Chapter 2: The Beginning Of A Long Day

? Convention Center, Parking Lot, 10:02 A.M.

"Excuse me," Master Hand parted the crowd of fans that were already camping outside the bus to make way for the Smashers heading to the convention center. "Coming through. Please follow us to the Convention Area if you're here for the event."

Agreeing, the fans did a different formation and followed the Smashers from behind- but the Smashers on the back weren't as lucky as the ones on the front.

As Fox and Falco were the last ones to get off the bus, they were behind the Smashers who got off earlier, and thus, they got mixed with some fans who were a bit too quick in following them. A random person near the duo went ahead and impulsively jumped on Falco, clinging on to his neck for support as the poor avian was basically getting strangled.

Fox, on the other hand, was being pursued by curious fans who had a LOT to ask—most concerns about him during the Second Tournament days. Hating his past self for being powerful enough to build up such a reputation, Fox just let off a quick apology to the crowd as he began speed-walking uncomfortably, unfortunately leaving Falco with the fans as he caught up to his fellow Smashers.

"'Ey, Fox! Aren't you going to help me out?!" Falco yelled out, nearly furious.

Much to his dismay, Fox was already too ahead of him, to the point that he was out of earshot.

Eventually, Master Hand stopped by two security guards who were by the double doors of the Convention Center. The security guards offered their salutes.

"Greetings. Master Hand, correct?" They greeted simultaneously.

"Indeed. I have a reservation to use the building."

The guards looked at each other and nodded, then looked behind Master Hand.

"I assume these are the Smashers?" The first guard questioned.

"Yes." Master Hand gave a thumbs up in affirmation.

"Alright, we will have to just have to check the guests—not including the Smashers, to see if they brought lethal weapons and whatnot." The second guard explained.

Afterwards, the two guards opened the doors and went to the side, escorting Master Hand and the Smashers in. After Fox and an already exhausted Falco entered, the guards went back to the front to get ahold of the fans who couldn't wait to meet the Smashers.

? Convention Center, 10:15 A.M.

While the guards were checking each fan (and calling for backup while doing so, since apparently two guards were not enough to handle the chaos that is the Super Smash Brothers fanbase), Master Hand stationed each Smasher to specifically themed booths just for them.

"Okay, everyone. Attention, please." Master Hand waved to get every Smashers' attention. "In a few minutes, you will be meeting your fans. Be good to them, alright?"

Everyone didn't answer. However, moments later, Zelda raised her hand.

"But.." Zelda began, tucking a few strands of her brown hair behind her pointy ear. "I have observed the fans. Some of them have rather-erratic behavior. What if something bad happens to one of us? Or all?"

As she was talking, she took a quick glance at Falco, who was rubbing his clothed neck in pain after what happened a while ago. Master Hand nodded (or rather—bounced, considering he was just a hand) as Zelda stopped talking.

"Should something gravely serious happen, depending on the situation, the fan meeting will be delayed, continued but with someone missing, or cancelled entirely. Just please report to me if there's ANYTHING wrong." Master Hand then pointed to two Smashers in particular, before waving again. "That is all. Please head to your stations and wait for further announcement. The two Smashers that I pointed to, please stay. For any further questions, see me."

Soon, the wave of Smashers cleared out. Only two remained-Meta Knight and Bayonetta to be specific.

Master Hand didn't sugarcoat what he was supposed to say—he just went straight to the point with what he wanted to talk about.

"Judging by your positions in previous tournaments, I'm assuming you know why I called you over to stay."

Both were silent. Since Master Hand was aware of both's nature, he took the silence as a cue to proceed.

"Remember the banishments that you two experienced during your respective tournaments? Well, it has become quite controversial to the public these days. Nasty rumors have been spreading and I predict fans will have several questions that they'll force out of you. Some might even be too personal for you lot to answer.

Now, should you ever feel uncomfortable about it, please come to me. I will not force you to continue and instead make someone else cover for you. I request that you stay safe, alright?"

Yet again, the two didn't say anything. They just nodded their heads in agreement.

"Good. Now go back to your stations, please. I'll let the fans come in now."

As Bayonetta and Meta Knight parted ways, Master Hand went to the center and summoned a megaphone out of thin air.

"Attention, Smashers! Now that every fan has underwent security, the event is about to begin."

Murmurs were heard from different stations as Master Hand went to the wave of fans on the other side of the convention center.

"Greetings, everyone! Welcome to the first ever Super Smash Brothers Fan Meeting! Please enjoy your stay, and make sure to treat every Smasher with respect." Master Hand then turned to the Smashers' direction. "And same goes to you all towards your fans."

"Now then, the rules and guidelines are posted near the entrance! For any further queries, please do not hesitate to approach me." Master Hand explained. Little did he know Crazy Hand was behind him, gripping confetti.

"Now, without further ado—" Master Hand started. But before he could finish formally, Crazy Hand floated above Master Hand and dropped the confetti from the ceiling, technically making it rain.

"lEt'S gEt dA pARtEH STARTED!" Crazy Hand cheered, as the fans went past Master Hand and went to the booths instantly.

As the fans and Smashers started to get busy, Master Hand grabbed Crazy Hand and took him backstage, not wanting for him to get involved any further.

Hello again! ^^

So, the Smashers will now begin their fan meeting! As usual, you can join the story by telling me what you would do if the Smashers throw a fan meet and who you would go to ^^

SPoILER! : If you couldn't tell by now, some storytelling is starting to get a bit repetitive, and it's on purpose. More specifically, the constant mention of the Third Tournament, and Meta Knight in general. YES, YES, something bad will happen with those elements. But I'll let you all enjoy some fan-meet fun and chaos before we get to some serious drama. So nothing's bad happening any time soon. .. until the finale. IDK yet if it's going to end up in a happy ending. I hope so.

I'll see you all next time! Byeee!