[He lets out an awkward chuckle, grin lopsided. It's clear there was no ill will behind that comment, as Asher has gotten used to there being robots on this team.]
Uh, listen...
[Mettaton's behavior has been unpredictable at best, so he decides to navigate this situation slowly.]
I should probably start out by sayin' I'm sorry for what I did.
You... You were right! I don't know your boo all that well. Like, we're friends, but-
If this had come right after their discussion, Mettaton would have been smug. There's... shades of it, still, but mostly it's just. Relief. An appreciation for being apologized to in the first place. (Also a slight giddy surprise at the term "boo." BOO! Oh no that's adorable.)
His face softens. He pats the edge of the fountain next to him, shrugging his shoulders.]
You were worried, sweetheart. I get it. Your prickly, loner friend suddenly admits to being with the bright flashy robot... Ha. It sounds like a bad sitcom episode.
And I admit, [for once,] I haven't made the best first impression with you.
[Sigh.]
If I may preach to the choir... Keats doesn't have that many friends. If he liked you enough to let you listen to him, then I'd rather not have there be too much bad blood between us.
[When he breathes a sigh of relief, it's as though all the rigidity leaves his shoulders. His body readjusts into a posture that's more natural, more casual- More like his usual one.
An apology, however small, is enough for Asher, who prefers unity and cooperation over petty conflict.
Yeah, I'm...
Kinda sick of all the bad blood on this team in general, to be honest?
[I wish we could all just get along.]
Like, everybody just gets so caught up in all this dumb stuff.
Mettaton visually perks up at the chance to Complain, nodding vigorously. He has so many opinions on this.]
It's EXHAUSTING!! Don't get me wrong, I love drama more than any living creature in the known universe, but there's a limit! Things exist in moderation for a reason!
[Yes, okay, it's funny coming from Mettaton. He knows he can hate someone forever if given half the chance, but...]
Honestly, we're constantly seeing worlds beyond our imaginations! We're saving countless lives! We're getting to experience so many things...! [Ugh! He reaches behind his back before throwing his arm above his head in an arch. Glitter rains down on him.] Enjoy it!! Get along for five seconds! Smooch under the stars or dance in the rain or SOMETHING! Hate who you will, but at least try to take, [he gestures around himself,] this in!
So! Since we're turning over a new leaf, is there anything you'd like to ask lil' ol moi? Words of advice to keep this situation from happening again? Perhaps you'd like to take a moment to compliment my outfit?
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Uh, listen...
[Mettaton's behavior has been unpredictable at best, so he decides to navigate this situation slowly.]
I should probably start out by sayin' I'm sorry for what I did.
You... You were right! I don't know your boo all that well. Like, we're friends, but-
[A casual shrug.]
We're not that close, so.
I probably shouldn't've said anything.
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Oh.
If this had come right after their discussion, Mettaton would have been smug. There's... shades of it, still, but mostly it's just. Relief. An appreciation for being apologized to in the first place. (Also a slight giddy surprise at the term "boo." BOO! Oh no that's adorable.)
His face softens. He pats the edge of the fountain next to him, shrugging his shoulders.]
You were worried, sweetheart. I get it. Your prickly, loner friend suddenly admits to being with the bright flashy robot... Ha. It sounds like a bad sitcom episode.
And I admit, [for once,] I haven't made the best first impression with you.
[Sigh.]
If I may preach to the choir... Keats doesn't have that many friends. If he liked you enough to let you listen to him, then I'd rather not have there be too much bad blood between us.
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An apology, however small, is enough for Asher, who prefers unity and cooperation over petty conflict.
Yeah, I'm...
Kinda sick of all the bad blood on this team in general, to be honest?
[I wish we could all just get along.]
Like, everybody just gets so caught up in all this dumb stuff.
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Mettaton visually perks up at the chance to Complain, nodding vigorously. He has so many opinions on this.]
It's EXHAUSTING!! Don't get me wrong, I love drama more than any living creature in the known universe, but there's a limit! Things exist in moderation for a reason!
[Yes, okay, it's funny coming from Mettaton. He knows he can hate someone forever if given half the chance, but...]
Honestly, we're constantly seeing worlds beyond our imaginations! We're saving countless lives! We're getting to experience so many things...! [Ugh! He reaches behind his back before throwing his arm above his head in an arch. Glitter rains down on him.] Enjoy it!! Get along for five seconds! Smooch under the stars or dance in the rain or SOMETHING! Hate who you will, but at least try to take, [he gestures around himself,] this in!
I'm glad someone agrees.
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Eh, well.
I get why some people aren't super hyped up about bein' here. Nobody asked for this shit, right?
[Said while gesturing vaguely with an index finger, tracing circles in mid-air.]
I know I didn't.
[Even if he's thankful for his time here.
He has grown a lot.]
But that's why I think we should all work together, y'know? Otherwise we're really friggin' screwed.
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Mettaton crosses one of his legs over the other, letting them swing over the fountain's edge.]
Why else do you think I spend all my time trying to lighten the mood, beautiful? It's certainly not for the views anymore. [Mostly.]
Sigh...! Anyway. I'd be happy to start over if you are. [He holds out his hand, palm down.] Shall we?
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Hells to the yeah-yuh!
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10 for 10 now...]
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Well, I understand why you and Keats are friends now.
[You're both dorks.]
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So! Since we're turning over a new leaf, is there anything you'd like to ask lil' ol moi? Words of advice to keep this situation from happening again? Perhaps you'd like to take a moment to compliment my outfit?
[It's custom.]
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[People don't usually ask when it comes to this sort of thing. It's nice? Maybe they should do it more often.]
We're good for right now.
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Later.]
See you around then, darling. Have a good night.
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