Fairytale Complex - [Sans x Reader]

Chapter Twenty Two | Another Medium (Part 4 of 5 | His POV)

"Some have packed their bags and are on their way back to the Underground in response to these changes," the news reporter says, tone neutral to mask the worry in her eyes. "Authorities have attempted to bring control over the situation, yet other experts agree it is best that people continue with their choices, some of these being the former Monster King -- Asgore Dreemurr -- himself and family practice lawyer Gerardo Gonzalez, the latter who so happens to be the Monster Ambassador's father."

Sans sees chaos photographed and shown up on the screen, picturing a thrashed district full of what had once been shops of all kinds, from a large and colourful farmer's market to a small, handmade clothing store.

"The incident has been the last drop in the bucket, ending multiple friendships, but strengthening some, too. It's believed those who've refused to end their ties with monsters are now moving in with them to the Underground, and have upped security measures there to avoid any further complications."

The next thing to show up on the television makes him usher Frisk off with Papyrus, who nods, grabs the child's hand, and pulls them along with him. The screen presents a blurred picture of them, taken when they'd freed monsters from the Underground. Next to their picture stands a real-time recording of a highway, with nothing short of a death threat written out in large, bold letters on the walls, covering up the murals that once stood displaying art of various types.

'Wanna be Batman when you grow up? Now's your chance, kid', the newest addition reads at the top. A stick figure family of three, with Frisk's face the most detailed and distinctive, accompanies the message. The two taller figures have their heads crossed out, while two separate dates are found underneath them. 'Luckily, it's not a choice. Just be careful who you're kind to next time', it continues at the bottom.

"The incident has been sent under research, though authorities advise that the ambassador's parents take prompt action to protect their child at all costs. Child Protective Services is already underway to talk with both parents about the situation, therefore taking their title away and any relations formed through it."

Sans's irises part from the television to fall on Toriel and (Y/N), both who are hugging each other close, with their eyes shut tight and grip about as strong as the rain beginning to pour.

The world seems to slow and weigh down on him as the situation finally clicks in his mind; the office now feels like the sole place left in it as he considers what can be done.

To nobody's surprise, Brenda's the first to call (Y/N), and she only worsens her relationship with them as she screams a variety of insults and complaints, just the right amount of loud for him to hear most. Their phone continues to ring and beep, though they ignore it and throw their weight on a chair instead. They lay a hand over their face and melt in it. How distracted he gets by their current state makes him almost dismiss the news completely when the commercials end. Thankfully, a familiar voice helps him snap out of it.

"And what are your thoughts on the threat, mister Gonzalez?"

He moves his gaze from his partner to the screen, where he sees Jerry attending an audience at the governor's emergency reunion.

The man carries a facial expression unlike ever before, cold enough to freeze anyone within viewing distance.

"I couldn't care less if my life is on the line. I've drunk myself to near death before, and I feared that more than I fear these tactless, God-awful threats." Jerry stops to draw in a sharp breath, one that helps him gain further sobriety. "But threats against my child and their primary care parent will not be tolerated." He places a hand over the podium as he clenches his jaw. A few tears can be seen at the corners of his eyes, yet he blinks these aside in a flash. "And I will more than gladly reward anyone of trust if they can assure the security and well-being of my family. No matter what it takes." A secretary walks in, sets a water bottle down on his counter, and leaves right after. "I already caused enough trouble as it was, and having more to be made by complete strangers who have no business being mad at a child doing nothing wrong is the last thing I will approve. If CPS wants to remove their title, then so be it. I know it's all for their safety, but..." He huffs and spares a glance at the bottle. Then, he grabs it, opens it, and takes a quick drink before continuing with, "But that does not mean I'll allow for all the sources of their happiness to be taken away like this."