Fairytale Complex - [Sans x Reader]

Chapter Twenty Three | Stronger Monsters (Part 1 of 3)

Alternate Chapter Title(s):

*notices jealousy* OwO What's this?

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​​​​Cockglocked

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Bigger hotel = smaller (+ squarer) Mettaton.

That's the first primate-like observation your brain makes the moment the automatic doors slide open to reveal an elegant background and a slightly rough-patched robot wearing a stunningly long, glittery red dress. He's still the same guy you first met at that shadier hotel of his, though with the more simplistic and blockier body you remember Frisk telling you about when they'd just left the Underground. Even so, you don't want to be rude, so you try your best not to stare at him for too long and proceed to greet him as you glance around some more. Gold encompasses most of the colour scheme, and a bit of red and white are sprinkled here and there. It's an immense upgrade from the previous establishment -- labeled as an inn, if you recall correctly -- and it leads you to wonder about how much more you would actually need to pay for your stay, based on how many perks the room given to you has.

The fact that your stay went from one day to three days after Undyne found out about your plans with Sans also leaves you doubtful in terms of why it cost way cheaper than the online registry states; they were acting like family, despite you being as dry as a desert and as cold as ice.

You'd heard her speaking with Alphys on the phone shortly after ending your (momentary) silent treatment with the skeleton, and that eventually led to...

Them two acting as Frisk's aunts for the next three days you'll be out with what they referred to as their 'future son-in-law', minus the 'future' part.

"Sorry if you don't recognize me, honey, but I need to save up the energy for a big event coming up soon!" the robot says. He pauses his work on a festive pine tree to welcome you in. Before stopping, however, he takes the starry topper and aims high. His arms provide the extension he needs to reach the top and help null the disadvantage of his current form's shorter height. "You probably have the old tickets with you, so hold on to them." He wraps up and fixes his attire, partly wrinkled by his movements. "We got delayed with all this danger and whatnot... But now we're back to working on it!" he exclaims, offering his hand out to you. "Or... Do you still remember me?! That look on your face makes me think you do!" It's harder to figure him out without any facial features present. "It's been a while, hasn't it?"

"Your name's on the front of the hotel, Mettaton," you remark with a smile, shaking his hand. "Of course, I'm gonna recognize you! Your voice gives it off, too -- even if it's a bit more metallic."

"Well, that's lovely to hear!" You can't tell if he's smiling or not, yet you assume so -- based on how his voice turns up a notch in what appears like excitement. "Yours is Room 215, right? It's all set up, so just talk to the one on the counter to pick up your keys!"

"Thank you." You take a moment to look at his outfit. "By the way... Is your dress matching the hotel?"

His laugh is much more robotic than usual, yet you can still notice he's being genuine. "You know it, honey. Good eye!" He waves. "And goodbye -- I'll catch you later when I'm done setting some stuff up."

You wave back, watch him leave, and try not to come off as a country bumpkin as you walk over to the counter while continuing to observe all the surrounding decor.

Lavish is the first word you could use to describe everything. The flowers laid around are authentic rather than plastic, and it's further proven by their powerful scent. The uniforms worn by those pushing carts and tending to customers are neatly ironed and carry a colour scheme similar to both the hotel and its owner. A water fountain and a flat screen television entertain those waiting near the registration counter, plus a few snack and drink machines carrying healthy options -- and for an affordable price, too. A literal hand with painted, red nails for a monster gives you a welcome package labeled with your name and your partner's, and another one offers you a coupon for a couple's spa treatment.