Author's Note:

Not a lot of reviews in the last chapter. I figure it's because school started.

I still have a week left before I have to start school, so I'm going to try and post two extra chapter for this week.

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So... Enjoy The Chapter :)

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Disclaimer: I don't own anything but the story idea and any OCs.

Chapter 24:
Dinner and an Award

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It has been officially a month since Luigi and Wendy started dating and the two decided to celebrate for it. Dawning on some of their best clothing, the couple made way to Club 64 where their dinner date was set up.

Upon entering, they could see that the restaurant was busy for the night. They entered a little further as a toad host came up to greet them. Luigi confirmed their reservation and bribe the host five coins for the most private area they got. The host accepted it and led them to the back of the restaurant. As they walked, people from their own tables whispered among themselves as they watch the couple get lean towards the club's most private area.

The host led them outside, away from the prying eyes of the public, where a single table was put together with a view of the sun setting over the harbor. The two were seated and were given their menu. A minute later, a waiter appeared in front of them and asked for their drinks. Luigi asked for a Mango Juice while Wendy asked for the Fruity Punch.

The waiter nodded again and left to retrieve their drinks. Luigi looked up from his menu to stare at his date. Wendy was wearing a petite red sleeveless dress with a V neck fit, a small black waist belt, and black heels. She didn't have her bow or bracelets on today, but she was still wore the beaded necklace he gave her.

He smiled. "You look lovely today, Orabelle"

Wendy looks up from her menu and flushed. "Thank you; but flattery is going to get you out of the bill."

"I know,"

The waiter returned with their drinks a few minutes later and asked what they will be having. Wendy ordered the most expensive item on the menu, the Gorgeous Steak. Normally, Luigi would have freak out but tonight he came prepared. He knew Wendy won't care about the price of dinner so he made a little trip to the bank before picking her up.

He ordered the Primordial Dinner and the waiter left to tell the chief. With dinner on the way, the two pass the time with some small light conversation.

"So, were you able to talk with your father?" Luigi asked.

Wendy shook her head. It's been over two weeks since they discuss about introducing him to her family and they have yet to decide when. Bowser had fallen back to his usual 'busy' schedule so his calendar has been filled up lately.

"No, you know how he is; too busy planning something." She said. "But he is aware of us; all we have to do is find the time to meet."

Luigi nodded. Truth be told, he wanted to postpone this for as long as he could but he knew he couldn't avoid it forever. They continue to talk and before they knew it, their food was ready.

They talk as they went through dinner. Halfway, the waiter returned and asked if they wanted dessert. Once dinner was done, they shared a slice of chocolate cake as they watch the moon shine over the sky. They left the restaurant about an hour after. Luigi paid the bill and left a good size tip. Wendy shivered slightly once the night air reached her. Luigi took off his jacket and wrapped it protectively around her. They held hands as slowly made their way back to the tree.

"So, what do you think of tonight?" Luigi asked.

They were back at the tree about to split ways like they always do at the end of the day. The moon was shining bright above them, illuminating the light they needed to see each other.

Wendy smiled. "I'll admit I'm impressive; you didn't complain once about the bill and you got us a sunset view of the harbor; that got you some extra points."

Luigi smiled, mentally patting himself on the back for a job well done.

"I guess I could offer you an award for your good behavior tonight." She said, a bit mysteriously. "But what kind of award can I give?" She pretends to think about it as a finger was place on her cheek in thought.

"Ooh, I know,"

Luigi barely had any time to react when he was suddenly tackled down to the ground. Before he could realize what was happening, he felt a weight on top of him and something pinning him down. He looks up to see the smug look of Lady Fettuccine looking back at him with his jacket still on. Luigi smiled nervously as he felt a strong sense of déjà vu. This was the fourth time this past month she had manages to pin him down like this. Wendy chuckled and leans forward to whisper in his ear.

"How about I give you some real dessert?"

A shiver went through Luigi's spine. The green hero could do nothing but lay there as his captor took hold of his lips and his mind went off in a blur.

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It was late at night and most of everyone was in their homes, sleeping the night away. The moon's bright rays shine brightly over the brown roof of the Brothers' house. Inside, the whole house was dark except for the lone light with the user still watching it.

"Its 10 pm…Do you know where your children are?"

A tired yawn escaped the mouth of the red plumber as he stares blankly at the TV box before him. Normally at this time he would be in bed already. But tonight he had decided to wait up for his brother's return. Of course, when he agreed to that he thought his brother would be home much sooner.

'No, magic picture box…I don't know where my kid brother is.'

Mario thought, yawning as he did so. For the last few nights he had been staying over at the castle with Princess Peach after Bowser's latest attempt to capture her. He returned home this afternoon to check in on his brother who he hasn't seen since their last adventure.

When he got to the house, it was empty and still. After looking around, he came to the conclusion that his brother was out with his Lady Fettuccine. Since the two started dating, the green plumber was almost never home during the daytime. Mario smirked to himself as he thought of how fond the two were with each other.

He knew that his brother usually returns home around sunset so he started making dinner for the both of them. Once he was done, Luigi haven't made it back yet so he had to eat alone. It wasn't until after dinner he had decided to wait out his brother's return while watching some TV.

That was hours ago and now it was a few minutes pass ten and the news was starting. Mario yawned again, too tired to wait up any longer. He closes the TV and stood up from the chair, stretching his limps as he did so. He walked over to the kitchen, opens the fridge and grabs the milk cartoon to pour himself a glass of milk before walking off to bed.

No sooner than when he pours his glass, he heard the front door opening. He exited the kitchen to see his brother leaning against the door with his eyes close and a blissful smile on his face, completely unaware that he wasn't alone. Mario couldn't contain himself. The opportunity was just too great; he just had to scare him.

"Hey Weegee,"

The younger plumber nearly fell and quickly looks around the room for the intruder. The light turns on and his blue eyes landed on the laughing red man across from him.

"Mario!" He glared, "How many times do I have to tell you…DON'T DO THAT!"

Mario wipes a tear from his eye. "Sorry, Bro…It's just… too funny." He sniggered.

Luigi growled and took off his jacket. "What are you doing here anyways? I thought you were with Peach."

Mario let out a small chuckle before coughing out the rest of his laughter. "I was, until I decided to check on you. I haven't seen or heard much from you for like three days."

Luigi soften. "Sorry, I've been spending most of my time with Lady Fettuccine."

"I notice," Mario grins. "Speaking of which, how is the Lady doing anyways?"

Luigi smiled. "Very well; we just had dinner together and she enjoyed it greatly."

"Ooh, I can tell." Mario smirked. He yawned, remembering how late it was. "Well, I'm going to bed. I'll see you in the morning, Weegee."

"Okay, Mario, good night."

The red plumber started up the stairs, heading towards his room. He paused mid flight and turn back to his brother at the bottom.

"Oh, and Bro,"

Luigi look up to him and blinked. "Yes?"

Mario held down a small chuckle. "You got a little something over on your right side."

Mario wasn't really specific on 'where' that something was, but that didn't stop Luigi from blush slightly and cover up his right cheek with his hand.

"I don't tell me I got lip stick on my face again." He said. Mario shook his head.

"No, it's not lip stick," he said. "But it's definitely something you might want to get rid of…that is, if you can."

Luigi frowned at that statement. Before he could ask what he meant, the red hero had already disappeared upstairs. The green hero headed towards the kitchen and pull out a clean pan to look at his reflection. Surprisingly, he couldn't find anything wrong with his face. His lips were a bit red, but that could fade over time.

He stared at his reflection a little longer just to make sure; perhaps that was what Mario meant…his red lips. But what did he mean by "if you can"?

He shrugged it off and put the pan back in its place. He turned off the kitchen light and yawned himself. He grabs his jacket, turned off all the lights downstairs, and headed upstairs to get ready for bed. He passes by his brother's room whose is probably asleep by now and entered his own room. He tosses his jacket on the bed and undid the tie around his neck. He grabs his PJ and headed off to the bathroom. As he changes clothes, he took a glance at the mirror and that's when he saw it.

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Mario was in his room, just about ready to get some sleep. But before he do, he just have to hear his brother's reaction once he realize the thing he had on him.

He grew quiet as he faintly listens to the sound of footsteps coming up the stairs. He continues to listens as the footsteps walk by his door and into the room next to his. After a few minutes, he heard them again making their way to the bathroom on the opposite side with the door closing. From there, Mario started to countdown.

"Five…

Four…

Three…

Two…

One…"

"AAH!"

Mario laughs to himself as he settles into bed. His brother was going to have a hard time hiding that by tomorrow.

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Ending Note:

Next chapter will be up around Tuesday and Wednesday.

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