Alright, I passed my class and am starting A&P 2. Even then, this class is bound to be more organized, simply because the college is not on lockdown anymore.

Also, last week has been eventful. I had a fever of 101 degrees Fahrenheit (38.33334 Celsius), and was considered a possible Wuhan virus (or Corona Virus) suspect for two days. It was irritating to say the least, and I'm down over two hundred dollars. Thankfully, the results came back negative

And no, I haven't forgotten about Castlevania. I just know what I'm doing here and not there.

And one last disclaimer: Shoutout to PotatoLord, who came up with the idea for this chapter.

-Alphys' and Undyne's house, a few weeks later-

Alphys flipped the fillet. She wanted it to be perfect for both Undyne, and Undyne's mother, who was visiting for the first time.

"The green beans are still a little cold, Al," Undyne told her. "You think I need another five minutes?"

"Yes, please," Alphys replied. She knew that as much as Undyne was passionate about cooking, it would be safer just to do it herself. If there was ever a time not to trust Undyne, it was when she was trying to cook.

After a few mintutes, there was knocking on the door.

"I'll get it," Undyne declared as she bolted to the door.

"Undyne!" A new voice declared.

"Mom!" Undyne responded as she picked her up in a hug that lifted her mother off the ground. "Come in, Alphys is making a fillet!"

Undyne's mother entered the house. It was a nice house, with two stories and a finished basement. The kitchen was complete with a deluxe stove and oven, there was a dining room connecting the kitchen and living room, and an office just by the front door. The second floor had a spare bedroom (Alphys fashioned it to be her workplace), their master bedroom, and a balcony. The basement was finished with a theater, wet bar, and a workshop area (Undyne fashioned it to also be her armory). Outside was a patio with a grill, outdoor chairs, and a pool.

After giving her mother a grand tour, Undyne took her to the kitchen.

"Alphys, this is my mother, Elizabeth," Undyne introduced. "Mom, this is Alphys, my beloved wife!"

"Pleased to meet you," Alphys greeted.

"Likewise," Elizabeth replied. "I've heard nothing but great things about you!"

Alphys blushed as she looked at her house guest. She looked a lot like Undyne, but signs of aging were not absent. Her blue skin had a gray tone to it, and her hair looked more of the same.

"The fillet is ready," Alphys announced. The three sat down and started eating it.

"It was nice of you to cook for us, Alphys," Elizabeth started.

"I mean I'm not a good cook," Undyne explained. "Last time I cooked something was when I was hanging out with Frisk in the Underground, and we ended up burning down my old house."

"You always were hot headed," Elizabeth replied as she looked at Alphys. "Did you know that she tried to fight King Asgore when she was six?"

"Yes," Alphys chuckled. "He told me when I was still working for him. Shame he never had us meet."

Undyne laughed it off and then replied with a very important question.

"Alphys, we never met your parents. What are they doing?"

Alphys responded with silence, suddenly becoming very timid.

"It's okay," Undyne said quickly. "You don't have to answer if you don't want to."

"No, it's fine," Alphys answered. "It's just a touchy subject."

Undyne nodded.

"My parents didn't have much money," Alphys explained. "When I was born, there were complications that ended up taking my mother's life, since they couldn't afford the proper facilities."

Undyne moved her hand on top of Alphys', which earned her a small smile.

"My father promised to give me a good life," Alphys continued. "He would work at the mine for as long as they would allow him to, and did whatever he could to earn some extra money. Unfortunately, one day, he fell victim to a cave in. I became an orphan when I was eight."

Elizabeth looked at Alphys with a look of apology.

"I found two other monsters in Hotland, Bratty and Catty. The three of us made a living selling black market merchandise until I started studying one day. Eventually, I became a doctor and was given the position of Asgore's Royal Scientist."

Undyne looked at her.

"They're proud of you, Alphy," she said. "And they're happy that you've made your place in both the Underground and the surface world."

"Thanks," Alphys smiled to Undyne. "Whatever happened to your father?"

"He was part of the Royal Guard," Elizabeth answered. "The second human that fell in the Underground killed him."

Alphys now held Undyne's hand a little tighter. It was just as painful a subject as the loss of her own parents.

"I think that's what caused Undyne to become so hot headed," Elizabeth continued. "I am just glad that I was able to keep her out of just enough trouble to see her become successful today."

Undyne smiled. While her job as a police officer didn't bring in the kind of money that Alphys was making, it was nice to know that her own mother could tell her that she was proud. As a bonus, she was able to protect Alphys as part of her job.

"Enough about that," Elizabeth continued. "I would like to know more about these "Mew Mew" posters I've seen on the wall.

-Later-

Undyne and Elizabeth were talking just before she left to go to her car.

"I know you're nervous, Undyne," Elizabeth started. "But the only way you can find out is if you ask. Besides, she loves you to no end. She'll do it for you."

"I know she does," Undyne replied. "It's just too early. I don't want to lay that on her yet."

"I see," Elizabeth answered. "Well, call me if you need me."

Undyne waved as Elizabeth drove off. After being lost in thought for a minute, she ran back inside to help Alphys with the dishes.

I'll figure it out, she thought to herself.

AN: Finally got a chapter out. The past month and a half have been a mess, and I can't say I am happy about what happened.

Like I always say, I am open to any input given to me, so leave a review. Since I am still low profile, I will keep the conversation going, since I will address all of them at the end of each chapter.

Guest or an anonymous person that I spoke to in a writer's group on Facebook: I appreciate your feedback. I was really proud of being able to show off what I know about oceanic life (despite not knowing much about it). I am glad that you enjoyed it, and hope that this might get you into Undertale.

Shout Out time:

PotatoLord: You have suggested on AO3 that Alphys and Undyne meet their parents. While this is a tragic way to introduce them, I am hoping this satisfies you. If you have any more ideas, let me know on either platform.

China: 200 IQ move, reopening the wet markets. You know, the very thing that brought on the epidemic that has not only killed and hospitalized millions of people, but has really (censored) up the economy and put many people out of work. I had to take a furlough day last week before I got sick, and still you guys are reopening the farmer's market from hell. Yeah, I called you out. Deal with it.