This chapter is kind of short to me... Enjoy!
Chapter seven: Reunion
Back in the surface, Toriel was cleaning the kitchen, judging she hasn't cleaned her house since Frisk and Asriel went to the Underground. Usually, she was cheerful when she does her house chores, but not this time. Since Asgore's « death », Toriel didn't smile anymore. She became so depressed that she blamed herself for inflicting pain to her husband, crying in her bed. Today, Toriel's eyes were so red that they looked like Asgore's when he was possessed by Chara.
Feeling exhausted, she took a few Golden Flowers in order to make some tea for her. She used fire magic to make the water boil more faster and poured the tea in a cup hen it was ready. As she drank a little, Toriel remembered that Golden Flower tea was Asgore's favorite tea.
She also realized her tea was far from tastier than Asgore's tea. Suddenly, her phone rang up, showing a new message.
Hi Toriel. Something illogic, yet incredible is happening to Asgore! You must see this! sans and Papyrus are already here, I tried to contact Frisk and Asriel but they didn't answer back. Please, come fast!
Something incredible… It must mean that Asgore is finally waking up, right? Toriel was hoping that was the truth, but was scared too: even if Asgore wakes up, he won't remember her, he forgot all his past memories. But she cannot leave him alone once more, he needs her, as well as she needs him. The moment she was ready to leave, Toriel took a bouquet of Golden Flowers with her and ran towards Undyne and Alphys's house…
Everyone except Frisk and Asriel was waiting for Toriel. sans sat on the couch, still stuck with his papers. Papyrus went to the kitchen to cook, to pass time like he said. Undyne was walking all around the living room, unable to stay still. Gerson was sitting on the couch, next to sans, reading a book.
Alphys was the only one who did nothing, she stayed still looking at the lab's door, where he is. Not long lateer, a knock was echoing and Alphys walked at the front door and opened it.
Alphys: Oh, Toriel! H-happy to see you! I suppose y-you received my m-message?
Toriel: *nods* Yes, I read it. You said that something is happening to Asgore, is he alright?
Alphys: Y-you'll get your answer once you see it f-for yourself. Come inside.
Alphys guided Toriel to the others as she called them to follow them. Papyrus wasn't pleased at least because he didn't finished his cooking.
When they went in the lab, it was really, really, dark. The only source of light was the coffin where Asgore is put. But, to everyone's surprise, Asgore, even in a child's shape, just destroyed the machine in front of them. Slowly, he stand up and stayed silent. When Toriel's eyes got used of the darkness,
she saw what the « child » have done: the broken machine was burning, even the glass, Asgore has used fire magic.
But what's strange is that the fire got covered by the dark. Toriel got rid of her fear and approached Asgore.
Toriel: Asgore? Can you hear me…?
Asgore: *opens his eyes very slowly* …
Toriel: Asgore?
?: Don't push him, he is just waking up…
Gerson: That voice…
sans: it's him…
BGM: Gaster Theme
Beside Asgore, a mysterious person has shown up: he wears a black coat, each of his hands had a hole in the middle. His face was showing a friendly smile with some cracks on his head. Toriel, Gerson and sans were the only persons who recognized the figure before them, the rest was confused not knowing him.
Toriel: Gaster! Is that you?!
Gaster: Toriel… It's been a while, and you too Gerson. You got old…
Gerson: *smiles* Time passes old friend. Time passes…
Gaster: *looks at sans and Papyrus* You are right… As time passes, change is inevitable…
PAPYRUS: SANS, WHO IS IT? HE LOOKS LIKE A SKELETON, LIKE US!
sans: he is w.d gaster, asgore's old scientist, and friend...
Gaster: You don't say the entire truth, sans…
sans: …
Alphys: *thinks* how is that possible that Gaster knows his name? How old is sans to know him?
Toriel: Gaster, do you know what is happening to Asgore?
Gaster: *stares at Asgore* Explain to you would be too difficult for you to understand why he is in a state of amnesia…
Toriel: Asgore told me you passed away, so how—
Gaster: I'm sorry Toriel, but I can't tell you… For now, the only thing I can tell you is how Asgore could regain his memories.
Undyne: Something's not right: Asgore doesn't react at all. He sounds like a puppet…
Undyne wasn't far from truth. There was no light, no expression on Asgore's eyes. He was emotionless, just standing, staring at nothing in particular.
Only a slight frown remains. Toriel kneeled in front of Asgore and started caressing his chin. The little boss-monster closed his eyes and hold the hand on his chin very gently. This act of affection made Toriel smile a little bit. Without being noticed, Alphys took a photo on her phone as she contained herself to scream of joy.
Gerson: *chuckles* This is the proof that even after what happened earlier, Asgore still cares about you.
Toriel: … I guess you're right…
Gerson: I have another question Gaster, if I may…
Gaster: It depends, share your thoughts. Let's see if I can answer it now.
Gerson: What happened to Asgore's trident? Last time I saw it, it was as white like his fur. And now, when he was fighting Toriel, his trident was red. I have some doubts, some hypotheses, but I think you know more than me.
Gaster: *closes his eyes* I'm sorry old friend… But I can't answer those questions until Asgore returns to his senses, he has the right to know as well.
sans: it can't hurt him if you answer…
Gaster: What about the your friends who are in the Underground, have you forgot them? And to tell you the truth, it's rude talking about people who are listening…
sans: …*stares at asgore*
Gerson: *sighs* You haven't changed one bit… I expected that answer… *looks at Asgore* Earlier you said you can help Asgore about his amnesia
Gaster: I said that I can tell you how, not to help you…
sans: telling us is the same as helping us. you're just complicating things, so be out with it.
Gaster: As you wish… The task is simple: Asgore must hold an object which contains ALL of his memories. If some are missing, it wouldn't work. But I guess you know already which item you have to choose for him.
Gerson: His trident…
PAPYRUS: WHY SHOULD WE GIVE HIM HIS TRIDENT? WHY NOT GIVE HIM THE PHOTO WE TOOK OUR FIRST DAY ON THE SURFACE?
Alphys: I-it won't work… We s-shouldn't forget Asgore's past… with the s-six h-humans…
Gerson: Indeed… Since he was a child, for the first time I mean, Asgore always kept his trident by his side. It should be enough.
Undyne: Hey! Frisk and Asriel are in the Underground! we should tell them to go back with the trident, right?
Gaster: Knowing Asgore's trident, it would be too heavy for them… They are not powerful enough to lift it. Why don't you take Asgore to the Underground? The sooner, the better.
Toriel: What about the other monsters? They must know that Asgore has awoken.
Gerson: Don't worry for that Toriel, I will take care of that but not now. The monsters still blame you for Asgore's death, we must wait for them to calm down and after that and only after that, they can know. At least, they already know that Asgore is still alive. For now Toriel, take care of Asgore until he turns back to normal.
Toriel: But, why me..? It would be better if Asgore stays with Undyne and Alphys, so they can examine him.
Gaster: Unfortunately, it won't do anything good. In the state he is, he could be in self-defense mode with people he considers as strangers. You saw what happened to the coffin he was in… *stares at Undyne and Alphys* I know you shared moments with him but the problem is he doesn't remember you. For an unknown reason, he seems to be comfortable with Toriel.
Alphys: I agree. *smiles at Toriel* A-as for Asgore's h-health, it's not a p-problem: you could s-still take him t-to the lab s-sometimes and I'll take c-care of the rest…
Undyne: I guess Alphys's right… If you truly want to redeem yourself to Asgore, then do it now! Here's your chance!
Toriel: *stares at Asgore's emotionless' eyes* Alright… I will take care of him… I will make sure the tears he shed at Hotland will be the last…
Undyne: As long I see Asgore's smile, I'm satisfied…
PAPYRUS: *STOMPS HIS FEET* HEY! I WANTED TO HAVE HIM IN OUR HOUSE! THAT'S NOT FAIR! *POUTS*
Toriel: Don't worry Papyrus, you can still give him a visit as often as you like. And only if Asgore agrees, he can have a sleepover in your house!
PAPYRUS: REALLY?! A SLEEPOVER WITH KING FLUFFYBUNS?! THEN I, THE GREAT PAPYRUS, I INVITE OUR KING IN A CHILD'S SHAPE TO SLEEP IN OUR HOUSE!
sans: just don't forget that he could be still a little weak. i know he's fluffy and all, but don't forget he's not a cushion bro.
PAPYRUS: SINCE WHEN I TREAT MY GUESTS AS CUSHIONS ?
sans: *winks* i don't know… since the day you slept on me?
PAPYRUS: SANS! STOP RECALLING THINGS WITH PEOPLE WITH US! IT'S EMBARRASSING! AND FOR YOUR INFORMATION, I WAS JUST A BABY!
Well, this is getting interesting... For now, there won't be any trouble for our friends... I hope...
Until next time!