Chapter 21: Ending of One Adventure

Ow.

Well, I can't say that anymore.

I'm numb now.

Completely.

Numb.

The buttercups have spread and taken over so much of my body, that I don't feel any physical pain at all. And because of the numbness, I can barely even walk half a foot without stumbling. Of course, it would be easier if I had someone to help me. But I have no one. And I need someone right now, because if I die one more time, I will be completely blind. The only spot on my body left untouched by buttercups, is my eye.

Right now, I was leaning up against a wall since I'd managed to beat Mettaton, careful to stay hidden from the view of the cameras. I was trying to control my breathing; breathing had become especially hard since recent buttercups had been added. And after a few more moments, I looked up to the camera, checking for the blinking red dot that meant that the camera was on and watching. Red dot. I'd have to wait until... Now.

I sprinted into the elevator doors, and pushed the button that would take me to the corridor that lead to the king. When I arrived, I scanned the area for camera. No cameras, which means my life just became a little more easier. I ran as fast as I could manage, just barely dodging confrontations from monsters as I made my way down the corridor. I had to stop before the judgment hall though, to steady my breathing again, so I could be silent if sneaking was needed.

When my breathing was steady, I cautiously peeked into the judgement hall. Sure enough, Sans was there, sitting in the middle of the hall, waiting for me. I looked around, searching for a way past him... There. Vines have grown up the wall closest to me, transitioning to the ceiling, far out of Sans' sight. The only problem was, my arms were numb and I was barely strong enough to hold myself up. If I was going to try and climb those vines, and avoid Sans, I was going to need a lot of determination. Which, I was filled with determination, to get back home to my Sans and family.

Sans was currently sitting with his head tilted down, eyes focused on the little designs he was tracing on the ground. He was probably expecting me to stumble in, chest heaving, creating a ruckus that would gain his attention. I slowly, very quietly walked in, hugging the wall. He didn't look up. I tested my weight on some lower vines, thankful that they barely created a sound, and thankful that I was currently as light as a feather. And just like that, I was slowly, cautiously making my way up the wall with the help of the vines.

By the time I was to the ceiling, I was breathing so hard that I was struggling to keep quiet. I rested, and continued on. To make my way across the ceiling without falling, I wove myself into a layer of vines where all I had to do was crawl like a little kid at those play places in restaurants, and though it did make a tiny bit of noise, it was the fastest route.

I was more than halfway across the judgment hall when Sans suddenly let out a frustrated growl and stood up, a phone held up to his skull as he started walking towards the throne room. "where is she, she hasn't shown up!... no, that's bullshit, she would've been here by now. did you lose track of her?... you told me that she was right outside of the hall, about to enter at any moment. well, she's nowhere to be seen!" Sans chewed Alphys out as he began to take a shortcut.

When Sans was gone, I moved as quickly as I could, not caring about the noise now that he had left. I made it to the other side of the room, and since there were no vines to get down, I basically slid down one of the pillars, probably breaking my foot as I jolted onto the ground. But since I couldn't feel a single thing, who gives a fuck if my foot is broken? I just needed to get to Asgore so I could give him my soul, it won't matter what shape my body's in when I get there.

I was just about to enter the throne room when I felt a presence materialize behind me. I tried to dive into the room with a hope that Asgore would hear me as I hit the ground, but red engulfed me as I was suddenly sent flying backwards, into a wall. It didn't hurt, but Sans didn't know that, so naturally, he cursed and came to nurse me back to health (notice the sarcasm when I say nurse me back to health.)

Sans knelt down and started to check me for injuries,"shit kid, sorry 'bout that, but i couldn't just let you get yourself killed. now c'mon, we need to- god, what happened to you?! you're covered in buttercups, and how the hell have you been walking on that leg, let alone that foot?! okay, we need to go, now, before-"

A deep rumbling voice came from behind Sans, "Oh, Sans, I see you've found a human. Though, I thought you were supposed to report to your brother, Papyrus, if you found such a discovery."

Sans spun around, stopping face to face with the King Asgore of this world. "y-your highness, i didn't see you there. forgive me, i was just wanting to get the human into perfect condition before i delivered her to you, so i was planning on taking her to alphys, but it seems-"

Asgore dismissed Sans with a wave of his hand, "The condition of the human does not matter, we just need her soul. Come now, let's get this over with, and you shall be richly awarded."

Sans took a sharp inhale of breath, and spoke, his voice sharp but shaky. "no."

Asgore froze in his tracks, and turned his head to look back at us, his eyes gleaming dangerously. "...What did you just say to me?"

Sans' voice was deadly, "she won't be coming with you, your highness. now, if you'll excuse us."

I felt the warmth of Sans' red engulf us once more, and quickly said, "Sans, barrier, now."

Sans let out a distressed noise, but did as I said, for in a second, we were in the room before the barrier.

Sans sat down with me on the mound of buttercups, cradling me in his arms. It felt nice, to know that I was loved here as well, and to see that if this Sans loved me, then my Sans would love me too. Strangely, as we sat among the buttercups, I felt calm. I knew that I was going to die soon, but I wasn't worried, or scared. I knew that their Gaster would be able to send me back home, somehow.

I was smiling as I stared up at the light streaming in from the ceiling, content. But it wasn't long before I felt a wetness dripping onto my cheeks.

I looked up at Sans, scarlet tears making their way out of his eyes.

I held my hand up to Sans and gently cupped the area where his cheek would be, Sans' hand engulfed mine and held it there. "Don't cry, please?"

I was fading painfully fast, making it harder for Sans to get more time with me, and that broke my heart. Sans' voice was the same deep soothing voice that I loved, but broke as he said, "i'll try, sweetheart."

I gazed up at him with my eye, and smiled. "Okay... Hey, can you promise me something?" Sans held me close, for my voice was quiet, and let me continue. "Help the people in the underground, please. Show them kindness, help them become better people. When you get to the surface, keep an eye on them, but be there for them when they need you... And, can you make sure they remember me?"

Sans nodded vigorously, "i will sweetheart, i promise. but can you promise me something?" I waited for him to continue, "don't forget me, and stay safe, you got that?"

I nodded, feeling the sting of tears at my eyes, my lip quivering as I tried to keep smiling. "Hey... Sans?" Sans made a 'hmm?', "Tell Paps that I said to stop being such an ass." Sans' laugh echoed off the walls. "But also... I'll make sure to visit you, okay? If you need me, I'll be there. I promise."

Sans kept a small smile on his face, "okay, sweetheart. you just rest now, ya here?"

I nodded, and closed my eye, starting to drift off into the sweet abyss. I could feel myself go limp, and I could hear the heart crushing sound of Sans start to sob as he held my body. My heart ached at the thought of the pain that I had just unleashed upon him, but I couldn't focus on that right now, I had to focus on getting home.

It was amazing though.

The effect you could have on people in such a short amount of time.

When I opened my eyes, I was in the abyss with the Gaster of the other Sans' world.

This Gaster didn't seem nearly as kind as the Gaster of my world with his disgusted scowl, deadly glare, and disturbing vibe, but he made no move to hurt me, which was a good sign.

I took a step to approach him, but didn't get too close to this Gaster. "Excuse me, but do you think you could-"

The Gaster interrupted me, "Yes, I will help your miserable and pathetic self get home. Your death would only be in vain if I were to not help you, and my son would only have suffered for nothing if you were not to make it to your destination. And don't give me that look, yes, I care about my sons. To some extent. Now, close your eyes and get ready for an immense amount of pain."

Everything felt so rushed, and I felt a rise of panic as I screwed my eyes shut and waited for whatever was about to come. And let me tell you, this Gaster was not lying when he said I was going to be feeling a lot of pain. The sensation of being burnt alive was almost enough to make me scream.

I didn't scream, I only gritted my teeth as I endured the sensation for what felt like hours.

My eyes shot open as I sprang up from laying down. I was gulping in breaths of air into my lungs as I looked around to see where I was.

I was in the wooded area near the highway.

But this time, the man was no where in sight. And as for me, I wasn't lying on the cold snowy ground lifeless.

I ran a hand over my forehead, finding it smooth instead of having been shot by a bullet.

I was about to snap out of my child like wonder and get up, when I heard a familiar voice that I missed deeply.

"...frisk?"

Well sweet buttery crackers. (I dunno, I'm random.)

It's been quite a while, hasn't it?

Yeah, I haven't updated in what, like, 50 years? Sorry guys, I didn't mean to take so long.

Yes, this chapter is short, I know. Will the next chapter be longer? Hopefully.

Will I update more frequently? Maybe, I'll try not to take 500 years this time.

Welp, now that this sucky chapter is done, I must work on the next.

So, I bid you adieu, my lovely readers who have stuck with the story for some reason.

Until Next Time~