Mini Fanfic #1299: A Réunion Party of a Lifetime!! (Diddy Kong Racing X SSBU)
T.T: Yipee! Let's Party!!
As thevsounds of party poppers, fireworks, live music, cheers and applauds can collectively be heard as the Diddy Kong Racing Réunion Party has officially begun at Timber's Island, in the late afternoon, where everyone invited are seen socializing and enjoying each other's company as we speak.
Bumper: (Eyes Begins to Widened in Awe at the Rad Looking Motorcycle Sitting in Front of his and Krunch's Point of View) Wooooaaah.......
Krunch: (Struck in Awe Along with Bumper) It looks even more badass in person.......(Turns to the Owner of the Motorcycle in Question) How long did you have this for?
Shadow: For a good while now. I found it sitting alone in the empty road of Westopolis one night and one or more test drives later, I decided to habe Omega give it a little paint job and then I claimed it as my own ever since.
Bumper: (Examining Shadow's Motorcycle From Top to Bottom) That robot pal of yours did phenomenally on the paint job. It matches your color scheme perfectly well in my eyes.
Shadow: Hm. (Steps Back a Smidge as He Stares at his Own Bike, Even his Clear Reflection Shown on it's Paint Job in Question) I'm inclined to agree.
Krunch: (Uses his Hand to Rub Down his Chin with a Clever Looking Smirk on his Face) You know, you're more than welcome to come by our shop if that hot rod of yours ever ever gets to into technical problems.
Bumper: (Looks Up at Krunch with a Confused Look on his Face) Huh?
Shadow: (Raises an Eyebrow at Krunch) Really I thought you only specializes in cars and vans.
Krunch: On a broader sense maybe, but who said you can't work on bikes eother, am I right?
Bumper: (Turns ti his Co-Worker/Old Friend) Krunch, you've never touched a single 'cycle in your life.
Krunch: (Sighs While Rolling his Eyes) Thanks for stating the obvious there, captain, but I see no crime in learning new things. Gimme three to four weeks and I'll be a natural pro at this in no time flat. Two weeks if I'm feelin' extra generous enough. (Let's Out a Hardy, Slightly Ego Boosting Laugh)
Bumper: (Whispers into Shadow's Ears) I'd say you give 'em six weeks tops. He always have a knack for having stuff blow up in his face these days.
Shadow: That's far more generous than your partner himself.
Bumper: Come on, Runch can be generous.......Whenever money isn't involved.
Fox: So you're the big, tough cousin Tricky told us all about.
Krystal: (Politely Bows her Head Down to the Dinosaur in Question) It is an honor to meet you in person- (Raises an Eyebrow in a Bit of Confusion) Other..... Tricky?
Big Tricky: (Let's Out a Hardy Laugh) Ahaha man! I can't remember the last time someone couldn't tell which I which due to our names. (Holds his Front Hoove Up to Fox and Krystal) Just call me Big Tricky for now on, will ya?
Fox: Uh- (Turns to Krystal Before Turning Back to Big Tricky with a Bit of a Sheepish Smile) Sure, Big Tricky. (Formally Shakes Big Tricky's Hoove) Nice to meet you.
Big Tricky: Likewise. I wanna thank you guys for watching over the little runt and helping him protect Sauria in the past, even if it did got in the way of your honeymoon.
Fox: Yeah, it's no prob- Waiit a second. (Raises an Eyebrow) Did you said 'Honeymoon' just now?
Big Tricky: (Happily Nodded) Yep! Lil' Tricky told me and the fellas all about a while back. You lovebirds were the talk of the whole planet.
Fox: (Sighs While Pinching the Bridge of his Nose) Goddammit, Tricky...(Look Back Up to Big Tricky) I think there might have been a misunderstanding of so-
Krystal: (Places the Back of her Hand onto her Forehead in a Very Dramatic Fashion) Ohhh it was such a tragedy to cut our lovely honeymoon short that day indeed!~ But atlas, we are Star Fox. We cannot afford to stand idly by and allow evil to prosper- (Lays the Side of her Body Next to Fox's Shoulder) Especially when we are both stuck at each other's side, in eternal love~ (Playfully Winks at Fox)
Fox: (Dumbfounded by Krystal's Sudden Actions While Blushing)......Why are you like this?
Krystal: (Casually Shrugs) Just wanted to give him a proper explanation is all. (Gives Fox the Most Adorable Mischievous Smile Imaginable) And besides, it's always fun to see you get all red like that~ (Playfully Pulls on Fox's Cheek) Such a cute, good Foxy you are!~ Yes you are!~
Fox: (Comically Glares at his Former Teammate While Becoming Bright Red) K-Krystal! Knock it off already! You're even worst than Samus and Chun-Li combined!
Pipsy: (Watching Fox and Krystal Ftom the Distance woth Timber and Falco Standing Next to Her) Gosh, Falco, you weren't kidding about those two would be cute together.
Timber: I'll say. (Turns to Falco) You sure they are only pals for the time being, mate?
Falco: Yeah, they were in a rough patch before calling the whole thing off in the past. (Forms a Small, Slightly Teasing Smirk) But it won't be too long for those dorks to rekindle their spark one of these days.
Timber: (Smiles Brightly) And when that time comes, we would love to have them along on our date night in the near future. You and Katt as well.
Pipsy: (Happily Nodded in Agreement) Mmhmm
Falco: Thanks for invite, but knowing Katt personal, the chances of her having freetime is-Huh!? (Suddenly Gets Pulled and Wrapped into his Girlfriend, Katt's, Arms)
Katt: One hundred and five percent!~ You can bet both my paws I'll tag along. (Turns to Falco with a Seductive Smirk on her Face) Can't afford to have my darling Falcie be left alone that night~ (Starts Kissing Her Falcie on the Cheek)
Falco: (Sighs While Blushing) Nevermind. We'll be there.
Taj: The road of becoming doctor and training in and out of the medical field is a long, treasonous journey that could drive even the most calmest person into a nervous breakdown. (Smiles Softly) You have done very well provide the help many of your patients with your various crafts, despite the mishaps you had to endure in the past. (Simply Bows his Head Down) May your career continues to ascend to the higher heavens to the skies for years to come, Dr. Takemi.
Tae: (Eyes Already Filled with Tears) ('Sniff') That has to be, the most....('Sniff') Sweetest pep-talk anyone ever given me....('Sniff') And it's from YOU of all people!.....('Sniff') ARIGATO, TAJ-SAAAAAAAAN!!~ (Finally Burst Out Crying Before Burying her Face onto her Girlfriend, Sae's, Shoulder)
Sae: (Gently Rubs Tae's Back) Never thought I would ever see the day that the coldstone Dr. Takemi becoming a crybaby. (Forms a Bit of Teasing Smirk) And a cute one at that.
Tae flips Sae off while still crying on her shoulder.
Taj: Her burst of emotions are valid given the accomplishments she made over the years- (Smiles Softly at Sae) Same applies to you, Ms. Prosecutor.
Sae: (Eyes Widened a Bit in Genuine Surprise) Who? Me? (Smiles a Bit Sheepishly) I-I wouldn't exactly say my accomplishments are anything too noteworthy, at least compared to my partner here.
Taj: (Chuckles Lightly) Nonsense! Your contribution to the house of law and order are just as worthy of praising. Keep up the good work and please, give yourself more credit going forward. I, as well as many of your companions will root for you every step of the clear direction.
Sae: (Almost at a Loss For Words) T-Taj-San.....(Starts Tearing Up as Well) ('Sniff').I.....I don't know what to say....('Sniff') THANK YOOOOOUUUUUUU!~ (Finally Burst Out Crying as Well)
Taj walks over and wraps his arms around the two crying ladies, prompting them to hug him back in return without a single hesitation.
Coco: WoahwoahwoahWOAH! Time out! So you're telling us that you are a Time Traveler this whole time!?
T.T.: (Happily Nodded) Yep.
Tails: And you're faster than a speed light!?
T.T: In Go-Karts!
Tails: Faster than Sonic himself?
Sonic: (In the Background) Hey!
T.T.: (Smiles Sheepishly) I-I wouldn't exactly go that far really. But I have managed to drive so fast that it warped me into a different universe entirely.
Tails: (Eyes and Mouth Widened in Pure Disbelief Along with Coco) .......................HOW!?
Coco: Please tell us more about yourself, Mr. T.T.
Tails: And how exactly you function.
T.T.: You sure you want me to explain everything? It's awfully long and.... somewhat complicated.
Tails: (Smiles Brightly While Holding his Notepad Up in his Hands) Positive!~ We don't mind long long explanation!
Coco: (Excitedly Holds Up her Notepad as Well) Or figuring out convoluted stuff alo g with it! We're nerds!~ We're used to figuring this kind of stuff out, right Tails?~
Tails: (Rapidly Nods his Head With Sparkles on Both his Eyes) Mhmm Mhmm Mhmm!~
T.T.: (Chuckles Lightly) Well, if you two really don't mind, then sure, let's do it! It all started when I was first created as a baby clock.....(Begins to Twll the Tech Duo All About his Origin Story)
Wave: (Scoffs While Watching Her Two Nerd Friends Hovering Around T.T. at the Mid Distance) Look at them. Would it kill either of those two dorks to not geek out for at least five and a half minutes?
Funky: (Standing Next to his Girlfriend the Whole Time While Shrugging) There's no stopping a curious mind when it's on overdrive.
Wave: Yeah, but still, I don't get the whole appeal of this T.T. guy at all. So what if he on of the fastest racers out there? Amd that he's a walking time clock whose (Eyes Slowly Starts to widen the More She Speaks Abour T.T) Literally a walking Time Machine with the possibility of having various other Time Manipulating abilities in his disposal- Oh my God, he's a Time Lord isn't he?
Funky: (Lowers his Shades Down While Giving Wave a Playful Raised Eyebrow) Makes you wanna ask and learn more about his origin yourself then, hmmm?~
Wave: ('Sighs in Defeat') Okay, you got me. I'm curious now. I just wish I have something tobwrotes countless notes on.....
Funky: Well, you're in luck- (Takes Out a Notepad From his Pants Pocket) cuz I just so happen to have a fully written notepad hidden within my pockets the whole time, with your name on it~ (Winks at Wave While Handing her the Notepad)
Wave: (Gasps While Receiving the Notepad with. Big Smile on her Face) Funky Kong, I love you with every fiber in my body, thank you!~ (Hugs Funky Before Giving him a Kiss on the Cheek and Running Off to TT abd Co.) Mr. T.T. sir! You mind starting over from the top there!?~
Funky: (Sighs with a Satisfied Smile on his Face) That's my girl~
Tiptup: And here we have the whole family together!~ (Happily Shows a Family Picture to Banjo and Kazooie From his Phone)
Banjo: (Smiles Brightly at the Photo in Question) We'll, ain't this adorable~ They're growing up already, Kazooie
Kazooie: (Forms an Impressed Smirk on her Face) And they're looking more and more like their safety prone pops already.
Tiptup: (Snickers a Bit) Yeah, except most of them are so hyper that they've been yammering on about wanting to go on these daring adventures you two would usually go on, when they grow up. (Place his Hand on his Chest) It's like they're trying to give me a heart attack these days.
Banjo: I'm sure they'll be able look out for themselves just fine, so long as you keep teachin' them those safety tips of yours until then.
Kazooie: (Casually Shrugs) Gotta let 'em grow up and leave out of their nestsomeday.
Tiptup: ('Sighs in Defeat') Yeah, you both got a point on that one. Here's hoping it won't be too soon now. (Let's Out a Single Chuckle Before Smiling Softly) Still, I really can't thank you and Banjo enough for helping Tiptup Jr hattlch out of that egg of his in the past, Kazooie.
Kazooie: (Casually Fling her Wing Down) Nah, it's no biggie. Banjo would've pester me all day if I didn't do it.
Banjo: (Shrugs) I would've.
Kazooie: That being said, I....(Smiles a Bit) Do hope Jr. is still doing okay these days.
Tiptup: Oh yeah, he's been doing great. Very real fast learner that one. Learned how to walk all by himself when he was two and a half. He's been asking you a lot these days, you know?
Kazooie: (Eyes Begins to Widened a Bit) He has?
Tiptup: (Happily Nodded) You were the one that hatched him after all. Which brings me to a question I wanna ask you guys.
Banjo: Lay it on us, Tip.
Tiptup: (Rubs the Back of his Head Back and Forth) If anything bad were to ever happen to me someday- Which I am REALLY hoping that won't ever be te case, but if so, would you two take care of my kids for me, as godparents?
Banjo: (Heart Begins to Melt in Genuine Happiness) Well, shucks, Tip, of course we-
Kazooie: YES! (Already in Tears) I accepted! ('Sniff') We'll protect them allllllllll!~
Banjo: (Watches his Girlfriend Burst Out Crying) And there goes the waterworks. (Turns Back to Tiptup) She's been thinkin' and worrying over Jr for the longest time now, it always cute to see.
Tiptup: She'll be a great mom one of these days.
Banjo: (Smiles Fondly at the Idea I'm Particular) Yeah~
Diddy: Hey Hey Hey! Woohoo!! (Cartwheels Himself Over to Banjo and Tiptup) This reunion party is off the chain right now- (Turns to a Crying Kazooie) Hey, what's with the water works there, Kazooie?
Kazooie: (Pouts at Diddy with Tears Falling Down From her Eyes) Quiet you! I ain't crying- (Points at Diddy) YOU ARE! (Lips Starts To Wobble Before Crying Again)
Banjo: (Turns to Diddy) Don't mind her. She's just happy that we're assigned to be godparents to Tiptup's kids.
Diddy: (Smiles Brightly) Ah dude, that amazing! (Happily Gives his Bear Friend a Hug) Congrats!
Banjo: (Chuckles Lightly) Thanks, lil bud. I can't begin to describe how happy I am to be here in this island with you and all our other old friends again.
Tiptup: (Happily Nodded in Agreement) I know, this is an amazing reunion party you two put together. Diddy.
Diddy: (Properly Bows his Upper Body Down to Tiptup) Why, thank you~ It's nice to see you guys having a good time here so far. (Turns Over to See a Certain Squirrel Sitting on a Log Alone in the Far Distance, as He Frowns at Him) Almost everyone
Tiptup: (Frowns at the Sight of His Old Friend as Well) He's been sitting there this whole time?
Diddy: I think so? He got himself something to drink at least. ('Sigh') I never seen him this down........
Tiptup: It really has been a while.
Banjo: I'll try to talk him myself. It's been long overdue at this point. (Walks Over to Conker)
Tiptup: (Watches Banjo Walk Off) Best of luck to you, Banjo!
Diddy: You got it!
Kazooie: ('Sniff') B-Banjo....?
Diddy: (Turns to Kazooie) Sooo....I heard you're a Godmom now. (Forms a Bright Smile on his Face) Congrats.
Kazooie: (Starts Wobbling her Lips Again Before-).AH-
Meanwhile at the Far Distance.........
Life hasn't been too kind to Conker in the past few years. He was crowned the new king of Panther Kingdom, yes, but it was at the cost of losing the one person he truly cares for in his world, the one he should've take more for granted until the day she abruptly met her unfortunately demise.
Nowadays, other than hearing constant complaints and chanting that accursed "Long Live the King" sentence by many of his subjects and people, Conker would just be in his lonesome self, reminiscing on a more simpler time in his life, but when he was just a hyperactive squirrel before getting dragged back to his throne. At least he was able to get the freedom he want just for tonight at this reunion party, now he has to savor the most of it before it all ends the next day.
Conker: (Takes a Sip from his Glass of Milk Before Letting Out a Sigh) Long live....the king or...whatever.
?????: Hey, Conker.
Conker: Huh? (Turns Around and Sees a Familiar Face Standing in the Mid Distance) Oh, Hey there, Banjo. Been a while. What brings you here? The party's boring you already?
Banjo: (Walks Over to Conker).Nah, it's been super fun so far. I just wanted to see how you were doing over here is all.
Conker: (Casually Shrugs and Fling his Hand Down) Eh. Could've been a lot better honestly. I became a king of my own castle these days, believe it or not.
Banjo: So I heard. I can tell it's been doin' a real number on you already.
Conker: (Sighs Heavily While Rolling his Eyes) Ohh you don't have the half of it, my man. I'm surrounded by these loudmouth idiots everyday of my life, but they're still my people and I'm responsible fpr most of them, whether I like it or not. (Looks Down at his Drink Somberly) I just wish Berri was here to go through it all with me, you know?
Banjo: (Bows his Head) You have my condolences. That journey of yours must've been a nightmare to get through, huh?
Conker: (Shrugs) Eh. It was insanity incarnated, but I wouldn't say it was something I couldn't handle, up until Berri's passing to say the least. Sorry I haven't answered any of your calls as of late.
Banjo: (Gives Conker a Reassuring Smile on his Face) That's alright. You went through a lot since we last seen or heard each other. The last thing I wanna do is pry all over your business like I always do to some people.
Conker: Come on now, you always mean well. (Forms a Bit of a Cheeky Smirk on his Face) You ain't known as "Banjo the Worrywart Honeybear" for nothing.
Banjo: (Sighs While Facepalming Himself) Here I thought I would never have to hear that nickname again. It wasn't even that creative of a nickname!
Conker: Yeah, but I remembered having a kick out of it.
Banjo: (Rolls his Eyes in a Bit of Annoyance) Yeah-Huh. (Smirks a Bit) Glad to see you're getting in a good mood at least.
Conker: (Casually Shrugs) The night's young. Gotta make it count before I go back to my regularly scheduled program tomorrow. But I'll definitely give you a call this time around.
Banjo: (Smiles Brightly) Can't wait. You're more than welcome to join me, Diddy, and all our other old friends on our groupchat too if you want. It'd be like old times, somewhat.
Conker: (Simply Nodded to Banko's Request) I'd like that.
?????: Yoooo! Conker!!
Conker: (Notices Another Familiar Face Waving and Walking Over to Him and Banjo) Ah, there's the chimp of the hour. Long time, no see.
Diddy: (Smiles Brightly) Likewise! You've been sitting there for a while now. You doing okay?
Conker: Yeah. I'll live. Just clearing my head for a bit is all. (Takes a Sip of his Milk Before Letting Out a Sigh) So how this Smash Tournament been treating you boys as of late. Heard it's been pretty intense this time around.
Diddy: (Shakes his Hand a Bit) Yeah, to some extent. We got into a wicked war in the past though.
Conker: (Eyes Widened a Bit) Really? What kind of war?
Banjo: War between Light and Darkness. It sounds dumb on paper, but it was one heck of an adventure we went through, I'll tell ya what.
Diddy: I was on Team Dark! Against my own will.
Conker: Oh, this I gotta hear more of myself.
Diddy: Upup! We'll tell you all about it AFTER you tell us all about your adventures first.
Conker: (Raises an Eyebrow at Diddy) You sure you wanna know about that? It'll get depressing down the line.
Diddy: Banjo and I seen Your Lie in April more than six times already, we can handle a little more sadness onnthe side. (Turns to Banjo Next to Him).Right, Bud?
Banjo: (Happily Nodded) Mmhmm!
Cinker: (Sighs While Shrugging) Alright. Your funeral.
And so, the three old friends spent most of the evening sharing their respective adventure stories one by one. It might've not been the easiest thing for the orange squirrel to do given the anguish and tragedies he had to endure along the way, but at least it didn't take too long for him smile and share a laugh along the way.
It was nice to see his old friends again, even when a whole lot has changed since then. It might not be grand, but for the first time in his whole life, after everything he went through, Conker could turn back and finally say that today.....was a Very Good Fur Day.
