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Chapter 6: The Barrier and Friends
A spotlight suddenly flashed on, and centered on a robot. For some reason, I felt like Mettaton was an old friend. So before Mettaton could say a thing, I ran up and gave him a hug.
He stiffened, and before the show could progress, said, "Excuse us for a moment darlings, we're having some technical difficulties." I guess the show was on pause, even though I didn't see any cameras recording or anything.
I quickly got out a piece of paper and a pen. I began writing, {Hey Mettaton, sorry for the interruption. But I wanted to tell you that I'm a huge fan of your shows. And I wanted to give you the answers to your questions, so you could get some new ones for me. I'll put the questions, and then my answers in order.
What's the prize for answering correctly?
D: More questions.
2.) What's the King's full name?
C: Asgore Dreemur.
3.) What are robots made of?
B: Metal and Magic.
4.) Two trains, Train A and Train B, simultaneously depart station A and station B. Station A and Station B are 252.5 miles apart from each other. Train A is moving at 124.7 mph towards station B, and Train B is moving at 253.5 mph towards station A. If both trains departed at 10:00 AM and it is now 10:08, how much longer until both trains pass each other?
D: 32.058 Minutes.
5.) How many flies are in this jar?
A: 54
6.) What monster is this?
D: Mettaton.
7.) Would you smooch a ghost?
A,B,C,and D: Heck Yeah!
8.) How many letters in the name Mettaton nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn
C: 38. But you could make it go on forever.
9.) In the dating simulation video game "Mew Mew Kissy Cutie" What is Mew Mew's favorite food?
Alphys will always answer that one for me.
10.) Who does Dr. Alphys have a crush on?
A: Undyne, it's obvious.
Please don't ask me how I know these answers, I won't be able to tell you because I don't even know how I know the answers. Oh, and by the way, I really like your Mettaton Ex form. It suits you. And don't forget to visit Napstablook, AKA, Blooky. I know he misses you. I also know that Alphys has set up this whole thing where she's the hero that saves me from you. Just play along for now. Your new friend, Frisk.}
I handed the note to Mettaton, making sure Alphys couldn't see what I wrote. Mettaton looked at me in awe and wonder, before nodding and putting the note away. He took Alphys into another room to talk, probably about visiting Napstablook, or taking his Mettaton Ex form. Whatever the case, they came out after a couple of minutes, and talked to me. Alphys said she had learned sign just for me, so that made it a lot easier to communicate.
Apparently, Mettaton didn't play along, he showed Alphys the note. Traitor.
Alphys was just as curious as Mettaton though, "Frisk, um, where did you learn all of this information? No one else knew anything about this, we really need you to tell us who told you these things. If they knew about this, they could know about other things, and be very dangerous."
I opened my eyes. Just for Alphys and Mettaton though, I could trust them. But I wouldn't tell them about the voice that was sometimes in my head. They gasped and looked at my eyes, as if they were the most beautiful things they'd seen in years. I quickly signed before they asked more questions, /I don't know how I knew those things, they just came to me. And I want to get to Asgore's castle, to help you guys.\
Alphys looked confused, "Help? How would you help us Frisk? You're-"
/I want to break the barrier. I know that Asgore will have to take my soul, but if it's for you guys, it'll be worth it. And if Papyrus wonders where I am, I'll have Mel take my place. She'll-\
"That won't do darling, we won't allow you to go through with it. After all, we are friends. Aren't we?" I could actually hear some emotion in Mettaton's robotic voice. He wasn't in his Mettaton Ex form, but the emotion was evident. How could they care so much already?
I asked the question that was on my mind, /Why does everybody care about me so much? I haven't even been here for two days, and you guys are treating me like you've known me your whole lives. Why?\ I couldn't stop the tears from rolling down my cheeks.
Alphys came and gave me a hug, "Because anyone can see that you're pure and innocent. You'll give yourself up for all of the monsters here, even if they don't like you. You make everyone love you, and not on purpose. Don't you see that?" Her short claws were starting to dig into my back, going over my scars.
I winced and pushed her away, then signed, /Sorry Alphys, you were just bothering my scars some. Nothing big.\
Alphys looked at me with wide eyes, "S-scars?" Her expression told me everything, "Mettaton, secure Frisk please."
Mettaton came over, and held me still, "Sorry darling, Alphys just has to see something."
Since I was immobile, Alphys could lift my shirt and see the signs of abuse. That's exactly what she tried to do, but I struggled. And I struggled really good, but maybe too good? They had to strap me down to a table, to finally lift my shirt. I squeezed my eyes closed, not wanting to see the look on their faces.
I heard them both gasp as they saw my back. My back was the worst, with nasty words engraved into my skin, plain scars, bad bruises, it was hell having someone gently go over the words with the tip of their finger. Brought back too many bad memories.
Alphys came over to look me in the face, and gently whispered, "Who did this to you? Why did they do this to you?" I guess she saw the pain in my eyes, because she pulled my shirt down, and let me get up.
I looked at the floor, not wanting to answer.
Mettaton came over in his other form, pain clear in his smooth, robotic voice, "Dear Frisk, please tell us, we want to help you."
I looked into their eyes, seeing determination in them. They weren't giving up. I closed my eyes and sighed. I should let them hear my voice. I mean, they knew about my abuse and they have seen my eyes. So, why not? I spoke in a clear, loud voice, "My parents." Shock and anger swept into their eyes. "My parents did this to me, and I don't know why. The words on my back were from hateful people, people who said they were friends." I looked at them with pleading eyes, "Please, keep this to yourselves. I don't want anyone worrying, especially my sister. Word can get to the ruins pretty quickly. So please, promise me?"
Alphys looked away and nodded, Mettaton took a little bit more time to convince. He eventually agreed, but the catch was that I had to stay in the underground, I couldn't sacrifice myself for them. I reluctantly agreed. When I agreed, I was allowed to explore as far as the MTT Resort.
I was on my way out of the lab when Mettaton called out, "Oh and darling, you should speak more. It sounds so lovely!"
I looked over my shoulder at Mettaton, and nodded. I might take his advice, someday. I continued out of the door, and into the rest of Hotland. Going through Hotland was a piece of cake, the puzzles were easy, the monsters were nice, and I didn't have to worry about fighting Mettaton. I was basically in lala land when I bumped into a sentry station, Sans was inside. I heard papers being stuffed away, and Sans getting up.
I felt really bad when he chewed me out for it, "hey, what's the big idea? i was taking a well needed rest, and doing my job when you-"
I signed an apology, /I'm so sorry Sans, I had a lot on my mind. I guess I didn't see where I was going, and-\
Sans laughed a bitter laugh, "and now you're interrupting me. sorry huh? i guess you're sorry for what you did to everyone in the last run too. and don't say you don't remember, i know you remember everything. just, go dig yourself a grave and lay in it." Sans was pissed. His eye was glowing blue, and he said the words with such venom and malice, that I had to bite my lip to keep from crying. I turned and started walking away. I heard a whoosh, and turned around again. Sans was gone. I wiped some tears that had escaped, and went back to the sentry station. Before I had left Alphys's lab, I had her give me a pen with Sans' name in the comic sans font, and a journal that had papyrus for paper. I left a quick note for Sans, and a little doodle of Papyrus saying: The Great Papyrus on papyrus paper? Genius! I thought Sans would appreciate the humor. I left the items on the seat, and left. I hoped the gifts would help with our "friendship". I wouldn't give up on Sans so easily.
An hour or two later, I was at the MTT Resort. I saw Sans waiting out front, and my steps faltered. He looked at me and smiled. He looked… guilty. That's when I noticed the journal and pen, he was holding them close.
I smiled and walked toward him, /Hey.\
He smiled his usual smile, "hey kid. let me treat you to dinner, i feel bad for earlier." He held out his hand, waiting for me to take it.
I was hesitant, but took it. /If you insist.\
His smile widened, "come on, i know a shortcut." I followed him, and we were in a restaurant.
I took a seat at the table we had appeared at, Sans did the same. He put the gifts off to the side as we ordered.
Sans went first, "a burger with extra ketchup." He told the waiter.
The waiter turned to me, "And you?"
I looked at the menu, and then Sans. /Do they have any spaghetti? I mean, Papyrus' spaghetti is wonderful, but I kind of want something edible.\
Sans nodded and asked the waiter if they had spaghetti, the waiter said yes. I would get some spaghetti.
We were quiet as we waited for our food, but Sans broke the silence. "hey kid, i've gotta ask you… why do you keep trying? i'm so mean to you and tell you to go dig your own grave, and you give me gifts. Why?" He must've felt really bad if he was asking me.
I got up from my seat, and gave him a hug. He stiffened for a moment, but relaxed. I let go, went back to my seat, and signed, /Because everybody deserves kindness. I've seen enough cruelty to last me more than one lifetime, but I have only seen enough kindness to last me a month. I want to change that.\
Sans was silent, and I couldn't think of anything to say, it was quiet for the rest of the time. We ate our dinner in silence, and then he was gone. I checked my phone, and it was almost nine at night. I had several texts from Alphys and Mettaton saying goodnight, and some friend requests from monsters on the undernet. I replied to Alphys and Mettaton, and accepted the friend requests.
I went out to an alley way, and called Papyrus. He picked up, "NYEH? HUMAN, WHAT IS IT?"
I answered as cheerfully as possible, "Hey Papyrus! Yes, I can talk, but don't tell Sans, it's a secret!"
Papyrus seemed amused, "NYEHEHE! IT'S NO SECRET THAT HUMANS CAN TALK! YOU ARE SO SILLY HUMAN!"
I laughed with him, "Haha! I know, but it's a secret to me, ok?"
"OK. THE GREAT PAPYRUS, SHALL KEEP YOUR SECRET!" He seemed happy to be in on a secret.
"Ok. Papyrus, I wanted to say that you might not see me for a while, and that you shouldn't worry. I'll be back soon, ok?" I was making sure Papyrus wouldn't grieve or know about my death.
"OK. WHERE IS THE HUMAN GOING?" Papyrus was a little curious, but not too curious.
I was very bad at lying though, and my voice cracked when I said, "Just on a trip, ok? I'll be back before you know it!"
Papyrus answered, "OK HUMAN. JUST STAY SAFE!"
I chuckled lightly, "Always am Papyrus. Bye!"
"ALRIGHTY, BYE HUMAN!" Papyrus hung up.
I was gonna miss that skeleton, even Sans. I went into the Resort, and into the core. I had heard Alphys talking about it with Mettaton, it was the place I wasn't allowed to go. I made sure nobody was following me, and continued on my way. I didn't like lying, but if I told them what my true intentions were, they would have stopped me. I couldn't live with myself knowing that I didn't even try to help them at all.
I noticed that I had passed by so many Madjicks, Knight Knights, Final Froggits, and Whimsalots without engaging in a battle. I looked at the ones behind me, and they seemed to be kneeling in respect for me.
"Excuse me, but you don't have to do that." I said politely. I don't think many monsters understand sign.
The only one who spoke up was a Knight Knight, "Sorry miss, but you're sacrificing yourself for us. We thought we should at least show you some respect."
I managed a watery smile, and gave the Knight Knight a hug. I whispered my words to him, "Thank you all."
The Knight Knight nodded his head, and looked away. I guess I might've made it harder for them to accept this. I continued on my way, wanting to get to Asgore before my friends noticed. I had walked a while when I found an elevator that led to the King. I got inside, and pressed the button. The elevator let out a low hum as it continued to Asgore's place. When it stopped, the halls I arrived in looked devoid of color. I noticed that the last time I saved was somewhere in the core, and that I hadn't seen a save point in quite a while. I just continued on my way, determined to help my friends. I passed through a house similar to Toriel's, went down some hallways, went through a beautiful hall where sunlight streamed through the windows, and ended up in the throne room. King Asgore was in the center, watering golden flowers.
He seemed to notice my presence because he said, "Is someone there? Just a moment! I have almost finished watering these flowers." He finished watering the flowers, and turned around. "Howdy! How can I…" He looked like he saw a ghost, and looked terribly sad. "Oh. … I so badly want to say, "Would you like a cup of tea?" But… You know how it is." He went to the side of the throne room, "Nice day today, huh? Birds are singing, flowers are blooming… Perfect weather for a game of catch." He looked out the window, and back to me. "... You know what we must do. When you are ready,-"
I nodded my head, showing my understanding. "I know Asgore. I intend to let you take my soul."
He looked sadder than before, " Very well. I'll be waiting at the barrier. If you have any business to finish up, do it now." Asgore left the throne room.
I thought of everything I had done so far. In one day, I had befriended almost every monster in the underground, spared them all, and gotten to the King. I realized I had two things to do.
First, I called mom. It was only nine seventeen pm, Mel and her would still be awake. I called her number and waited. She picked up after two rings, "Hello, this is Toriel, how are you my child?"
I steadied my voice before saying, "Fine mom. So far every monster has been so kind to me. I just called to say goodnight to you and Mel. And if you wouldn't mind, I would like to sing to Mel."
So far, Toriel seemed happy. "Alright my child, one moment."
I could hear shuffling, and then, "Hi Frisk, I hope you come back soon! Mom says you're gonna sing to me, and then say goodnight."
It was hard to keep my voice the same, but I managed. "Yep! So I wanted to say, Goodnight, and I love you with all of my heart. Ready for your song?"
Mel squealed with delight, "Yes!"
I cleared my throat before starting, "Deep in the meadow, under the willow. A bed of grass, a soft green pillow. Lay down your head, and close your eyes. And when they open, the sun will rise. Here it's safe, and here it's warm. Here the daisies guard you from every harm. Here your dreams are sweet, and tomorrow brings them true. Here is the place, where I love you. Deep in the meadow, hidden far away. A cloak of leaves, a moonbeam ray. Forget your woes, and let your troubles lay. Then again it's morning, they'll wash away. Here it's safe, and here it's warm. Here the daisies guard you from every harm. Here your dreams are sweet, and tomorrow brings them true. Here is the place, where I love you. Here is the place, where I love you." Snores. I did a good job. "Love you guys," I whispered quietly.
Next, was hanging out with Undyne and Papyrus. I called Papyrus to tell him I forgot about hanging out with him and Undyne, and that we should meet up quick. He agreed without a question, guess he was too excited. I headed to the left elevator to go to the first floor, then I rode the boat with the river person. I arrived in Waterfall within minutes.
I met with Papyrus at the door, "HUMAN! I'M GLAD YOU COULD POSTPONE YOUR TRIP TO HANG OUT WITH ME AND UNDYNE!"
I smiled my warmest smile, "Anything for you Papyrus. You're my best friend!"
"SAY HUMAN, WHY DON'T YOU TALK MUCH? YOU ONLY TALK AROUND ME." Papyrus asked.
I sighed, "Papyrus, it's hard to explain. But, I only feel safe around people like you and my family. I know for sure that you guys will never hurt me, and that you care for me. Let's leave it at that for now."
Papyrus understood that I didn't want to talk anymore, and knocked on Undyne's door.
Undyne opened it wearing a black tank top and some jeans, "Hey Papyrus! And… human." She kept the smile plastered on her face, "Come in, come in."
I walked in behind Papyrus, and stayed near the door. If anything went wrong, I would be ready to flee.
Papyrus had lots of enthusiasm as he said, "UNDYNE, HUMAN, EXCUSE ME FOR A MOMENT. I HAVE A VERY IMPORTANT THING TO DO." And he jumped out of her window.
Undyne turned to me with a scowl on her face, "What do you want? Are you here to rub your victory in my face?"
I shook my head no, and got out a piece of paper and a pen.
{Undyne, I know you don't like me, but I wanted to tell you some things. Like to tell Alphys how you feel about her, she feels the same way. Trust me. I also wanted to tell you that even if you don't like me, I won't stop trying to be nice to you. I love how you are so tough on the outside, but so soft on the inside. I love how you'll do anything to protect the people you love, and how you're so determined. I love how you're nice to Papyrus because you don't have the heart to tell him that he can't be in the royal guard, because he's too nice. I love everything about everyone. So please, when I break the barrier, take care of everyone. Especially Sans, he works so hard for Papyrus and tries to keep everyone safe. Don't ask, just do.}
I gave Undyne the note and looked at me with shock, "You're going to break the barrier? Why?"
I sighed, I couldn't write anymore, "Because I care about everybody here in the underground. Even if some of them don't really care for me."
I seemed to break Undyne because she said, "Then will you help me on a date with Alphys?"
I smiled and nodded, "Of course. Just make sure her self esteem increases, she has some things that she needs to say."
Undyne smiled, "Of course Frisk, I'd do anything for her. And I already know about the true lab, I figured it out a while ago." The smile disappeared, "But Frisk, maybe you can stay down here with us. Maybe you can convince Asgore to let you stay."
I looked at my hands, they seemed so elegant, "Yeah, maybe."
It wasn't Asgore that needed convincing.
Yay, chapter's done! so tired... Bye for now! :)