Platycodon [Sans X Reader]

Chapter 9: Consequences and Conversations

cover art by: Twitchy-Senpai on DeviantArt

tw: language ⚠️

[ NO ONE'S POV ]

A loud slamming open of the front door and both you and Sans were awake. He shot up off of you and was now situated at the end of the couch, wide eyes watching the figure that had just entered the wooden cottage. Frozen in shock, you were still lain across the couch clutching the cushions in fear. You both visibly relaxed, seeing that the loud visitor walking through the door was just Papyrus.

Pulling yourself to a sitting position, you were about to ask to talk to Papyrus outside but he beat you to it. "Y/N! So you woke up! Now we can go on our date! Thankfully, I came up with a really special place to bring you. . . a place I spend a lot of time! My house!! Although, it seems you've made yourself aquatinted with it already-" Papyrus rambled, hands on his hips, until he was cut off by his brother's cold voice.

"I'm sorry, date?" Sans asked, flicking the pinpricks of his eyes between you and Papyrus. His usual smile was present on his face, but to you it was obviously forced. His eyes portrayed the same confusion and anger he was feeling throughout his bones. "Ah! Heh, yeah, oh I remember that 'date' you were telling me about Y/N. You wanting to date my brother, heh, that's so cool of you," Sans said, his pinpricks burning into your pupils.

"S-Sans, wait-" you started, reaching out to grab his hand. He was faster though and stood up quickly from the couch. "Save it," he said, cutting you off with a harsh, hurt tone. Papyrus must've not noticed this small interaction between the two and was giddy that you'd told his brother about your date. "Wowie! You even informed my brother of our date?! You must be very excited!!" Papyrus exclaimed with a large grin. He was painfully oblivious to the obvious tension, while you looked up to Sans with begging eyes as he turned his unfaltering, stone gaze to the wall.

"Welp, I'll leave you two lovebirds to it!" Sans suddenly said with a cheeky wink and joyful smile. His words and expression almost convinced you, but you were well aware he was just putting up a facade for Papyrus. And with that, Sans walked out the front door, grabbing the jacket he'd recently given you off the couch. Your eyes burned as you watched his figure exit the house.

fuck shit bitch why am i so fucking dumb—

"Y/N?! Are you alright? You're crying- Oh! Is it that you're so excited for our date it's moved you to tears?! I can't imagine how excited you must feel, about to be going on a date with the Great Papyrus!!" Papyrus chirped happily, while you wiped away the tears that had fallen from your eyes. "U-Uhm, Papyrus, can I be honest with you?" You asked gently, hoping he wouldn't be too offended by what you were going to say.

"Ah, why of course Y/N! I'm all ears!" smiled Papyrus, coming to sit on the couch next to you. "So. . When I flirted with you earlier, if I'm being honest, it was just to distract you from fighting me- I don't actually have any feelings for you. And I apologize, that was a shitty move on my part, and I understand if you hate me and don't want to be friends. I just had to tell you before I hurt anyone else's feelings—" you rambled, but were cut off my Papyrus' bony arms wrapping around your tiny figure and giving you a hug. Shocked at his kind action, you buried your face into his chest and let the tears fall from your eyes.

The two of you stayed like this for a few minutes, before you finally pulled away with puffy, red eyes. Giving you a warm smile, Papyrus comforted, "It's okay, Y/N! In all honesty, I agree with you! I think we'd be much greater friends!! Although, I am a bit confused as to what you meant by 'hurt anyone else's feelings'?". A soft grin and dusting of light blush settled upon your face and you started to explain, "That's great to hear, and yes, I think we'd be awesome friends. And when I said that I was actually referring to your brother. . Earlier today I may have accidentally insinuated that I was going to go on a date with him- I mean I do want to go on a date with him I-I think?? I don't even really know how I feel about him. We've also kInDa flirted here and there. . Either way, when he heard that I was going to go on a date with you, I think it kinda pissed him off, but he's well within his rights to be pissed. Gosh, I'm such an asshole."

A look of understanding accompanied by a stern glare suddenly appeared onto Papyrus' face. "Oi- don't say incorrect things about yourself! I'm the Great Papyrus and I would not surround myself with anyone but the best I know! So do not undermine yourself, Y/N! And, I understand now!! Your flirting was a clever diversion to distract me! How impressive!! And you are actually interested in my brother! How shocking!! I'm surprised! Although, I am questioning your taste in people a bit, Y/N. However, I trust your judgement, and if you believe my lazy brother is good enough for you, then I shall support you both!!" Papyrus cheered.

"W-WAIT— I never said I liked him!! And, well, even if I did I don't think you'll have to worry about us being together. Sans probably hates me now," you laughed, giving Papyrus a sorry smile. "Bah, my brother is silly but not enough to pass up an opportunity to be friends or even be with you! If I'm honest, ever since you showed up, he's seemed a bit more interested in my puzzles, and just life in general! He might be upset now but I'm sure if you explain to him what happened he'll forgive you! Plus, I kinda pushed the date idea and was utterly fooled by your distracting flirting," the tall skeleton convinced you, rolling his eyes when mentioning his brother. After hearing his words, you swiftly pulled Papyrus into a tight hug. "Wow, you really are the greatest Papyrus! I'm so thankful you're my friend," you praised, a wide grin coming across your face.

wow, Papyrus is actually really good at comforting people and giving advice- and he's right, i just need to explain what happened to Sans and it'll be fine. . hopefully— probably not but either way he deserves an apology. .

Pulling away from Papyrus, you said to him, "Welp, I should go find Sans now shouldn't I? Any idea where he might've gone, Papyrus?". Bringing a hand up to his face, Papyrus took a second to think before his face lit up. "Oh! My brother probably went over to Waterfall! He dilly dallies everywhere but I'd say he visits there the most. It's not far from here! Although. . the captain of the Royal Guard lives there. . and might be expecting you since I told her I'd found a human-" "Papyrus!!" you whined. "I know, I know- but I'm positive I can fix this! I just have to figure out a way to both stay honest with Undyne and protect you. ." Papyrus puzzled, his brow-bones furrowed in concentration.

"Worry not, Y/N! I will figure out a way to solve this dilemma! In the mean time, you should get on your way to Waterfall to find Sans! And, if you wish to, you could continue past Waterfall to Hotland and then King Asgore's Castle!! He's a giant, fuzzy pushover so I'm sure if you just politely asked, he would walk you up to the barrier himself and you could go home. Anyways, before I forget lemme give you my phone number." Papyrus had already taken the phone from out of your shorts' pocket and was typing in his number before you could get a chance to say anything. You were about to ask for directions before Papyrus read your thoughts and said, "Oh, and Waterfall is just past the area I fought you in!".

With a thankful nod, you got up from the couch, took your phone back from Papyrus' gloved hands, and wrapped your scarf back around your neck. "Thanks so much, Papyrus! I'll call you if I need anything!!" you thanked with an appreciative smile. "Of course, Y/N!! Good luck and if Sans acts boneheaded you just call me and I'll take care of it!" Papyrus yelled back, flashing a pose similar to something you imagined a superhero would. And with those final words, you walked out the house.

You were chilled to the bone by the lack of Sans' jacket but warmed by the determination coursing through you.

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a/n

word count: 1474

ik I'm so sorry T^T i swear that it'll work out but remember this is the first time sans has opened up to anyone like this so he won't be quick to fully forgive u ok? don't worry tho things will work out ^^

this chapter is kinda short but the last chapter was pretty long and i just needed this one to sort things out w papyrus so we can get into u and sans ;) next chapter should be quite long

drink water if u haven't already today and ily <3