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Looking for a room to rent near the University you were about to attend. You find an ad that promises something too good to be true. A family manor had an open room available but there was a catch. The current occupants and owners were monsters and they were looking for a male applicant as they were all male. You were hoping that if you could apply in person and plead your case for college and a noise free dorm lifestyle to help with your studying would win them over.
You didn't have a problem with the fact that they were monsters where some people would turn their nose up. You were in fact curious as monsters had made their way from the underground over year now.

As you approached a very lavish and big house you couldn’t help but feel nervous. Would they hear you out or turn you away but all you knew is that you had to try because the dorm was your last resort, sororities had membership fees and all the apartments nearby were way out of your price range. This house was within walking distance to the campus and was really ideal.

This was it. You had reached the door and paused with your finger hovering over the doorbell. It seemed like ages as you stood there hesitating.

“here let me get that for ya kid” said a low laid back voice from behind.

A skeletal hand passed yours and promptly rang the doorbell.
You about jumped and looked to see a short yet chubby skeleton with a big lazy grin on his face. Wearing a blue hoodie and black gym shorts as he casually swayed back and forth on his feet.

“Um thanks” You reply sheepishly

“no problemo” He shrugged

“So do you know the monsters that live here?” You asked trying to start a friendly conversation

“Yep you could say that.” The skeleton’s smile stretched more.

‘Is he here to apply for the room too?’ You ask yourself suddenly worried that this trip had been in vain.

“Are you here to apply for the room?” You ask earning a cocked brow bone in interest

“nope” He replied

Well that was odd… maybe he’s a good friend coming for a visit. Stop being paranoid.

“Do you know if they’d let a girl apply for the room?” You look worriedly over earning an almost smug shrug

“Hmm dunno about that I guess you’ll just have to ask them.” He sighed stilled grinning

“Right sorry I’m just a little nervous what with school coming up and making preparations have me a little jumbled. I’m y/n by the way.” You smiled and offered your hand in greeting.

He looked at your hand for moment then promptly took it and shook it.

“Names sans, sans the skeleton.” He grinned wide

There was an awkward silence between you for a moment.

“So school?” sans asked casually trying to dissipate the uneasy atmosphere

“Yep… The local University. Which is why…..”

The door was suddenly flung open and a rather tall skeleton wearing what looked to be a white armor suit with red gloves and scarf was on the other side.

“GREETINGS HUMAN AND…. SANS? BROTHER WHAT ARE YOU DOING WAITING OUTSIDE?” The big skeleton asking sans completely forgetting you.

“Someone had to keep the human company Paps didn't want to be rude.” Sans shrugged

“BUT… YOU COULD HAVE JUST LET HER IN YOURSELF!” The bigger one shouted confused

“You guys would've opened the door eventually no need to.” Sans smiled

“SANS STOP BEING SUCH A LAZY BONES!!!” Paps started slamming his foot down in frustration.

“Come Y/N I’ll show you in like a proper gentleman.” Sans gestured towards the door

“OH NO YOU DON’T I WILL INVITE THE HUMAN IN MYSELF!!! COME HUMAN THE GREAT PAPYRUS WILL SHOW YOU IN!” Papyrus argued

“Oh no and here I was hoping to give y/n a tour” sans muttered within ear shot

“NO! I WILL GIVE HER A TOUR! WAIT WHY ARE WE GIVING THE HUMAN A TOUR?” Papyrus looked puzzled

Meanwhile you were just plain confused at everything that was going on. ‘Did he really just ring the doorbell to his own house so he didn't have to bother opening the door himself?’

“says she’s an applicant for the room we put in the paper.” Sans shrugged

“REALLY!? YOU WOULD LIKE TO SEE THE ROOM!?” Papyrus beamed at you

“Well um yes I would very much like too but… You see the request was for a male applicant and well I wanted to make sure it would even be okay to apply.” You shuffle your feet nervously

“I DON’T GET IT? SANS… AM I MISSING SOMETHING? IS THERE A REASON WHY WE SPECIFIED MALE ONLY APPLICANTS?” Papyrus suddenly rounded on his brother.

“Well… It’s more of a comfort issue not exactly with us but it might be a little awkward for a young lady surrounded by such handsome monsters as us… could be distracting…” Sans replied lazily

“AH YES!!! I AM INDEED QUITE HANDSOME AND I WOULD HATE TO DISTRACT YOU FROM WHATEVER YOU NEED TO BE DOING!!!” Papyrus wheeled towards you looking nervously sympathetic

It was all you could do to not laugh.

“Indeed as handsome as you are Papyrus I do believe I can resist distraction as I’m hoping to make the dean’s list for school.” You smile at the now ….blushing?... skeleton.

“Oh and also we were afraid of Red and Russ’ behavior towards those of the opposite gender… Then there’s Edge and Berry… don’t want to leave out their sadistic ways.” Sans says with each point he makes making Papyrus sweat and sink a little lower.

“HUMAN I AM AFRAID SANS IS RIGHT… IT WOULD BE A BIT OF RISK HAVING YOU HERE WITH …THEM… HERE BUT I ASSURE YOU THAT SANS AND I THE GREAT PAPYRUS ARE GENTLEMEN OF THE HIGHEST CALIBER! OH! ORANGE AND BLUE ARE QUITE THE GENTLEMEN TOO! ALSO I’M SURE LOOKING PAST SOME OF THE OTHER’S PERSONALITIES THEY HAVE POTENTIAL TO BE PERFECT GENTLEMEN!!!” Papyrus seems to want you to apply despite the risks sans had pointed out.

“You were saying you were attending the nearby university right?” Sans asked

“Yep it’s a really good school but it’s also known for it’s wild parties. I just want to be in a place where I can study in peace. When I saw the want ad in the paper it was too good to be true really. Reasonable and quite frankly affordable rent and it’s also within walking distance to the campus grounds.” You reply timidly

“What’s your major?” sans inquiries

“Oh um… I’m still working on a definite major but until then I’m working for my associate in science. I am rather interested in molecular biology but I’m going to minor in business administration so I can have something to fall back on.” You contemplate

“WOWIE! THAT’S A LOT TO PURSUE! I CAN SEE WHY YOU WOULD WANT NOTHING TO STAND IN YOUR WAY TO A GREAT EDUCATION!” Papyrus seems excited for your chosen path for knowledge

Sans seems astounded briefly and seems to be contemplating something as you follow them a bit into the foyer.

“Well I tell ya what kiddo, I’ll let Paps here show you around and let you see what you think of the place meanwhile I’ll get with the others to see what they think and bring it to a vote.” sans winked at you

You felt your heart swell with happiness and you beamed a radiant smile at the skeleton brothers.

“That would be awesome thank you!” Letting the happy enthusiasm envelope you

Papyrus smiles triumphantly and grabs you by your wrist and starts to lead from the lobby to the closest room near the stairwell.

“COME HUMAN! I SHALL SHOW YOU AROUND!” Paps yelled excitedly

“Oh and paps if you see any of the others on your journey tell them we have a meeting the office ASAP and that I mean it .” sans called after him his eyes turning into dark sockets when he emphasized mean

“RIGHT BROTHER!” Papyrus happily replied as you looked worried at the skeleton who was smiling waving you both off.

This place was just enormous apparently they had a couple of game rooms one downstairs and one upstairs along with the bedrooms as Papyrus was explaining. Papyrus showed you the game room downstairs that had huge TVs and just about every version of console to ever exist set up and the other one had billiards and ping pong table along with an assortment of board games and a makeshift poker table that could also be used for other games. You make a quick mental note to avoid the game rooms unless you have actual time to unwind.

“THE GAME ROOMS ARE FOR EVERYONE’S ENTERTAINMENT! THOUGH THERE ARE SOME CARD GAMES THAT HAVE MADE THEIR WAY TO OUR COLLECTION THAT I'VE BEEN TOLD WERE NOT TO PLAY.” Papyrus said giving it a little thought towards the end.

“Like what?” You ask curiously

“SOMETHING LIKE CARDS AGAINST HUMANS? I CAN’T EXACTLY REMEMBER BUT SANS SAYS I WOULDN'T REALLY UNDERSTAND THE JOKES IN THE GAME AND WELL I’M NOT SO KEEN ON JOKES ANYWAY SO I HAVE NEVER PLAYED IT.” Papyrus shrugs as you blush following him out of the room

‘Oh sweet cinnamon bun that game would corrupt you.’ Shaking your head at the thought as Papyrus leads you up the stairs

“ANYWAYS THIS IS THE ROOM WE HAVE AVAILABLE!” Papyrus motioned towards the first bedroom door you come across.

‘Awesome it’s close to the stairs and I won’t be waking anyone up when I decided to get a late night study snack!’ You thought to yourself as you were inwardly crossing your fingers.

You and Papyrus heard another door open.

“OH! EDGE! COME MEET THE NEW APPLICANT FOR THE ROOM!” Papyrus said waving over at a very sharp tall looking skeleton two doors down. He was sort of dressed like Papyrus but with red and black coloration… and sharper shoulder pads with a torn red scarf around his neck. He had jagged teeth etched in a scowl with crack like scar over his eye socket making him intimidating as he was also a little taller than Papyrus.

You hesitate a little at seeing him but wave in greeting anyways

“I HAVE MUCH MORE IMPORTANT THINGS TO DO THAN TO GREET THAT…..” Edge pauses taking a good look at you.

“FEMALE!?” He seemed to be in shock and as were you with his attitude.

“um Papyrus didn't sans say something about meeting the others to..” you say breaking up the awkwardness

“YES! SANS WANTS EVERYONE IN THE OFFICE ASAP! IF YOU SEE ANY OF THE OTHERS ALONG THE WAY PLEASE PASS THE MESSAGE ALONG!” Papyrus recants proudly

“I CAN’T BE BOTHERED WITH SOME MEETING UNLESS IT’S ABOUT HIM PICKING UP HIS DAMN SOCKS FINALLY. GOOD FOR NOTHING LAZY….ERR BONES…” Edge seemed to falter a bit as you had seen Papyrus go a little stiff but you couldn't see his face.

“Um I do believe sans said that he means it and quite frankly after the face he made I wouldn't want to miss it…” You told the edgy skeleton whose face fell as soon as you mentioned that sans meant it.

“WELL I MUSTN'T BE LATE” Edge replied promptly taking on a different attitude adjusting his gloves and heading for the staircase.

“Um it was nice meeting you Edge.” You say hoping to broker some peace if you do get the room.

You got a glare as he disappeared down the stairwell.

“Well that went… well.” You say a little disappointed

“YES! IT WENT SPLENDIDLY WELL!” Papyrus turns to you beaming

“It did?” You ask quite confused

“THE LAST TENANT WAS WELL… HUNG OUT TO DRY SO TO SPEAK… LITERALLY.” Papyrus said scratching the side of his head.

“Hung out to dry?” You asked even though you weren't quite sure if you wanted to know.

“WELL APPARENTLY THERE WAS A BIT OF AN ARGUMENT BETWEEN HIM, EDGE AND RED. THEN RED THREW WATER...AT LEAST I HOPE IT WAS WATER... ON HIM. I ASKED
IF I SHOULD GET A TOWEL BUT RED SAID THAT THERE WAS NO NEED AS HUMANS DO BETTER BEING AIR DRIED. IT WAS QUITE NICE OF THEM TO HOLD THE HUMAN OUT THE WINDOW TO HELP HIM DRY BETTER AS AN ACT OF APOLOGY.” He stated matter of factually

“Let me guess… one of the windows on the second floor?” You wince hoping you were wrong

“RIGHT! IT WAS LIKE YOU WERE THERE! OF COURSE YOU BEING HUMAN YOU WOULD KNOW WHAT IT TAKES TO GET DRY. IF YOU EVER NEED ANY ASSISTANCE IN THE MATTER I WOULD GLADLY HELP IF YOU GET TO STAY.” Papyrus said earnestly

“Actually I’m perfectly fine with a towel and no assistance necessary. He must’ve been a delicate wash only kind of human.” You insert that last bit as Papyrus seemed to be a lovable innocent especially if he knew he could’ve helped prevent the obvious violence. Something told you he would have blamed himself if he found out from you that was entirely wrong of Edge and Red to do to the poor guy.

You heard a snicker.

Both you and Papyrus looked up and leaning on the door Edge had left from was a skeleton who reminded you of a bigger edgier stockier sans…. with really sharp pointy teeth and a solid gold fang. Though sans wore gym shorts, basic tee, and a hoodie jacket this one had more of a leather parka ish type jacket with a furred rim on the hood. A red collar with what appeared to be part of a broken chain, red turtleneck sweater and cargo shorts.

“Delicate is putting it nicely dollface.” His grin widened showing off those very impressively sharp teeth of his

“OH! RED I DIDN’T SEE YOU THERE!” Papyrus announced and the funny thing was you hadn’t seen him either which you found a little odd and scary at the same time.

“Naturally of course seeing as my bro outshines me in every way of course you were distracted by his good looks and great charm to see me here.” Red didn’t seem in the least sarcastic in his statement and seemed very proud in a way. However you were still worried as you would have noticed another skeleton by the door.

“So am I hearing right? Ya the new applicant sweetheart?” Red asks pushing up from the door to saunter towards you.

“Yes! I’m Y/N and it’s a pleasure to meet you Red!” You say extending a hand towards the edgy skeleton who seemed stunned by the gesture.

Looking at your extended hand then back to you he seems to relax and finally take your hand. Only he didn’t shake it but brought it to his toothy grin in a slight kiss.

“Na doll the pleasure is all mine.” He sends a wink to add to your blushing stupor

You’re speechless. Skeleton just kissed your hand and you’re a blushing mess. A skeleton.

“Heh, you alright sweetheart?” Red’s grin is positively predatory now making you blush even deeper.

“WOWIE RED! I’M AMAZED!” Papyrus, thank you merciful cinnamon bun, interjected drawing you out of your daze.

“What? Me sweeping a beautiful lady off her feet?” Red glares at Papyrus briefly but with his attention swiftly back on you in almost intent to be quite literal with picking you up.

“ACTUALLY IT’S JUST THAT SHE HASN’T SMACKED YOU YET! I’M IMPRESSED THAT YOU GOT THIS FAR BECAUSE USUALLY IT DOESN’T...AT LEAST NOT THAT I’VE SEEN…” Papyrus innocently states almost pondering at the end to see if he could think of a time that he’d seen it work.
Oh Papyrus you are to precious and Red is now turning his namesake.

“IT DOES TO WORK!” Red barks at Papyrus

Papyrus grins and looks like he’s about to say something positive to what Red is saying but he falters.

“SORRY I JUST REMEMBER YOU GETTING SMACKED OR KNEED IN THE PELVIC AREA….. USUALLY THE PELVIC AREA WHEN YOU TRY TO USE THE MORE… COLORFUL VOCABULARY…” Papyrus states making Red sweat and turn even more red… either by embarrassment or anger but probably both.

Despite your better judgement you chuckle slightly earning a shocked look from Red.

“See now look what ya done bonehead!” Red glares back at Papyrus who seemed to be wringing his hands worriedly.

“I’m sorry Red but really in your defense you were quite charming…” You reply earning a startled then pleased expression from him.

“BUT… In the defense of all the others before me… you came on a little strong.” You smile warmly at the slightly less red Red. His smile a little more genuine and as he shrugs.

“You know what? I’ll take that advice doll and maybe earn a little practice with ya should ya get the room.” Red smiled wolfishly and then sauntered to the stairwell leaving you to blush at his boldness.

‘When sans said that Red and a Russ acted a certain way to the opposite gender I honestly didn’t expect him to be charming towards me. I was thinking that maybe they didn’t get along with females.’ You ponder to yourself

“ARE YOU GOING TO THE MEETING!?” Papyrus called out

“yeah yeah that’s where I’m goin’” Red says sending a wink your way… so much for being subtle.

“Oh hey Paps I think the brats are up here dunno about Russ and Orange though but they can’t be far. If I see’em I’ll let’em know ole’ Sansy is looking for ‘em.” Red waves as he disappears down the stairs as Papyrus shouts his thanks.

“WELL IF I THE GREAT PAPYRUS AM A GREAT GUESSER… I DO BELIEVE WE CAN COUNT ON THOSE TWO TO VOTE FOR YOU!” Paps announces gleefully pulling you to the first door.

You weren’t so sure about Edge but Red did seem to favor you

“AS I WAS SAYING HUMAN THIS IS THE ROOM WE HAVE OPEN!” Paps says opening the door

you gasp

It was a very large room that was also surprisingly furnished with a queen bed, large desk, and what looked to be a nook with enough room for a reading chair and some bookshelves. Huge bay windows with seating. As you explored this amazing room you find a walk in closet and a door leading to a half bath complete with toilet and sink only.

“AH YES! SHOULD YOU NEED TO SHOWER YOU WILL NEED TO USE THE MAIN BATH 3 DOORS DOWN. SADLY ONLY THE MASTER BEDROOM HAS A FULL BATHROOM.” Papyrus states.

“Is that the only main bathroom available?” You ask

“OH NO! WE HAVE FOUR FULL BATHS IN TOTAL! ONE OF COURSE BEING IN THE MASTER BEDROOM, TWO ON THIS LEVEL, AND ONE DOWNSTAIRS!” Papyrus concludes

“So the one three doors down is closer.” You state trying to work it in your head how this was going to work.

“YES! THE OTHER ONE IS IN BETWEEN BERRY AND RUSS’ ROOMS ON THE OTHER END! SANS IS FIRST DOOR ACROSS THE HALL FROM THIS ROOM. BESIDE HIS ROOM IS THE GAME ROOM ON THE CORNER. GO AROUND THE CORNER AND YOU WILL SEE THE HALL WHERE MY ROOM IS CONNECTED TO THE GAME ROOM NYEH HEH HEH. FACING MY ROOM IS RUSS, BATHROOM, THEN BERRY IS FACING THE GAME ROOM AND A BIT OF THIS HALL. ALONG THIS HALL FROM US TO YOU SEE BERRY’S ROOM IT GOES THIS ROOM, RED’S ROOM, EDGE’S ROOM, BATHROOM, BLUE’S ROOM, AND THEN ORANGE’S ROOM WITH ANOTHER STAIR CASE IN BETWEEN BERRY AND ORANGE’S ROOMS.” Papyrus lays out the basic mapping for you.

“I WILL SHOW YOU OF COURSE! PLEASE FEEL FREE TO LOOK AROUND AND IF YOU HAVE ANY MORE QUESTIONS I SHALL RETURN TO ANSWER THEM! I MUST CHECK TO SEE IF THE OTHERS ARE AWARE OF THE MEETING.” Papyrus announces and leaves you to your own devices.

You look around and really you couldn’t possibly have expected such a grand room even in this deal. You were expecting a little guest room but then again a guest room in a manor would be really nice.

Scoping out the bay window it has a nice view of the back yard. You chuckle as there are some bushes in the shape of the Great Papyrus a view others have shape but you can’t tell what they are supposed to be off the bat. A nice garden with a gazebo pretty much fenced in with trees and all manner of foliage to seperate the home from the rest on the street with privacy.

Sighing in bliss at the wonderful setting you realize that thankfully the room will also come furnished so you won’t have to move a lot of furniture from home. Everything seemed right so far and even though it seemed a little rough with Edge at first you seemed to make a decent impression with at least Sans, Papyrus and Red.

The more you looked around the more you loved it and found yourself a little worried if the others would be against you staying.

Lost in thought you didn’t even realize someone had stepped into the room with you.

You came to a decision that you would plead if you had to with a bright grin on your face and decide to look around the nook area and get an idea of what kind of bookshelves could go there and if any you had at home would fit.

“This place is so beautiful” you can’t help but admire the old paneling with hand carved molding.

You hear a grunt and turn towards the door expecting Papyrus but the doorway was empty. Confused you look around to find a different skeleton on the bed. He
wore an outfit like reds except with a purple turtleneck and black skinny jeans. Very tall and lanky, presumably even taller than Edge from what you could gather from his sprawled position. Funny he also has a gold tooth like Red… and a collar...

Wait a minute...

He had been watching you the whole time!?

You immediately blush

‘How long has he been in here?’ Just because he’s on the bed now didn’t mean he started out there… He couldn’t have.

“Umm Hi! I’m Y/N and I’m an applicant for the room and you are?” You managed to squeak out remembering your manners and went over to extend your hand in greeting.

The skeleton still just stared at you from his reclined position on the bed uninterested by the looks of it.

You lower your hand not really sure what to do now. This was insanely awkward…

“I’m getting ready to start attending the nearby University and this place seems like a dream come true…” You start trying to explain your interest only for him to quirk a brow bone so you faded out.

Man this is nerve wracking… If you can’t get along with the members of the household there is no room. WHY WON’T HE SAY SOMETHING!!!? It feels like he’s reading you like a book gathering info and scrutinizing your very being but looking so bored while doing so.

You’re pretty sure you’re sweating a little from the building tension.

“MUTT! WHERE ARE YOU!? WE HAVE A MEETING WE MUST ADJOURN TO!” A voice echoed from down the hall.

“Coming M’Lord” The skeleton on the bed replied as he lazily sat up.

Hefting himself up you were now definitely sure he was taller than Edge and it was rather intimidating.

‘Did he just call someone M’Lord and did that someone call him Mutt?’ You don’t remember anything being said on that from Papyrus or Sans.

Your confusion must have been obvious as the skeleton chuckles slightly at you getting your attention focused back on him.

Throwing a wink at you he smiles and with a husky drawl “See ya later Darlin’” as he starts to mozy on towards the doorway

And now you’re blushing again.

‘JEEZ get a grip girl these are skeletons! He’s definitely a charmer like Red… but what would a skeleton have to gain from from that anyway… and... wait a minute…
just like Red...’

“Are you Russ by chance?” You catch him as he exits the doorway.

He looks you over with the same bored uninterested look from earlier and then smirks with a nod.

You were about to go over pleasantries when the voice came again.

“NOW MUTT!”

“Yes M’Lord” he calls back and without so much as a look back to you saunters away with that bored expression.

You were about to follow to see who was calling Mu… Russ when Papyrus shows up ecstatically

“HUMAN! HOW ARE YOU LIKING THE ROOM!? DO YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS BEFORE WE HEAD TO THE MEETING?” Papyrus seems thrilled at the idea of you staying with them at least.

You look out in the hallway expecting to at least see a fleeting Russ but surprisingly not, nor do you see anyone else but Papyrus.

“The room is amazing Papyrus but can I see the guest bathroom? and I’m going to the meeting?” You ask innocently

“OF COURSE TO BOTH!” He says leading the way to the closest bathroom

“Um isn’t the meeting supposed to be more private about discussing if they are comfortable with the idea of me being here?” You ask

“THEY ARE DISCUSSING THEIR VIEWS ON THE MATTER BUT IF YOU LIKE IT HERE WE WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO ASK YOU QUESTIONS TO GET TO KNOW YOU A
LITTLE BETTER.” Paps cheerfully replies opening the door for you to look over the bathroom.

Very luxurious.

Yep you could get in trouble relaxing in that jacuzzi tub. It had a corner shower as well with of course a toilet and sink. Had places for aroma candles and even had a dimmer switch for the lights. ‘Sign me up! Sign me up right now’

“IS THE BATHROOM UP TO YOUR STANDARDS AS WELL?” Papyrus asks concerned as you had been just silently staring taking it all in.

“Above and beyond my standards Papyrus! This place is awesome and I still haven’t seen the layout downstairs!” You beam a vibrant smile to the sweet skeleton whose bones seem to rattle in restrained joy.

“OF COURSE I SHALL SHOW YOU LATER ONCE YOU ARE APPROVED FOR THE ROOM!” He states confidently and you can’t help but love this wonderful skeleton. Even if you didn’t get the room you find yourself addicted to his optimism and would love to still stay in contact.

“Thank you Papyrus!” You smile wide as he escorts you out and you fall behind leading you down the hall noting which ones were which from Papyrus explanation.
You arrive to the other stairwell and follow Papyrus down the stairs slightly amused at his strutting about with his chest puffed out.

You had hoped to meet everyone prior to the meeting to at least introduce yourself before judgment was placed but heck if sans seems to be the one who has control around here he wouldn’t have offered a meeting of his peers if he didn’t think you wouldn’t stand a chance would he?

When you get to the bottom you can see an open doorway to the kitchen but you are being led past it to a room with big ornate doors that Papyrus pushes on through and you are stunned.

It’s an office with it’s own library big enough to sit a conference table with a bunch of skeletons caught in mid argument before they see you.

“Sans we said male only for a reason I don’t see why you would even get the poor girl’s hopes up by giving her a tour.” Says a skeleton that looked like Papyrus only with a laid back disposition with an orange pullover hoodie.

“BUT WHY WOULD IT BE SO TERRIBLE FOR HER TO STAY!?” Exclaimed an adorable looking… sans? with vibrant blue eyes and blue bandana adorning his neck.

“Reasons Blue...Reasons.” The one with the orange hoodie spoke up

“I MUST SAY I, THOUGH I NEVER THOUGHT I WOULD EVER, AGREE WITH THE ORANGE FILTH ON THE MATTER.” Said another sans looking skeleton but was the opposite in contrast to Blue. Red eyes and red bandana and extremely pointy looking including his fangs.

It was Russ that spotted you out of all the others being led in by Papyrus. He was seated by the last one speaking looking like he’d rather be anywhere else but here until his gaze swept over to you. He immediately winks your way earning the attention of Red who also seems bored out of his skull until he sees you too and you are given a smirk from him.

Sans is made aware of their sudden lack of attention and his eyelights land on you.

“Ah Y/N have you finished tour?” Sans smiles warmly as you nod

“YES SHE HAS BROTHER! AND I’M PROUD TO SAY THAT EVERYTHING IS ABOVE AND BEYOND HER STANDARDS!” Papyrus puffs his chest out obviously proud.

“YES BUT DOES SHE MEET OURS!?” Edge glares at you making you falter as the equally edgy Blue opposite concurs.

“I have to agree with Edge and Berry on this one Sans. We need a male applicant for this as that was what we all agreed on.” Orange you presume said sternly to Sans.

“Hey Paps you like Y/N?” Sans asks

“OF COURSE! SHE HAS BEEN AN UTTER DELIGHT!” Papyrus promptly hugs you… bear style lifting you up off the ground earning a squeak in surprise from you but you end up chuckling while attempting to hug back with your pinned arms.

“Y/N can you tell the others why you are applying for the room?” Sans grins

“Oh yes! I’m attending the local University and I needed a nice place to stay so that I could study hard and make the most of my grades. Seeing as my university choice is also known for wild parties… I wanted to find an affordable place close to the school so that I wouldn’t have to be amongst my party going peers.” You cheerfully reply while still being hugged.

“YOU ALSO SEEM REALLY TO NOT MIND THE COMPANY OF MONSTERS! IT IS ALSO COMMENDABLE THAT YOU WISH TO USE THIS TIME WISELY FOR YOUR FUTURE! I APPROVE!” Blue practically praises you making you blush as Papyrus puts you down

“You sound pretty confident that this will be a place that will give you the peace you’re looking for honey.” Orange sends a bored look your way.

“Can it orange peel! If the lady wants to stay let her stay!” Red pipes up and the two glare at each other.

“She needs boundaries and I think we all know you don’t even know what that means.” Orange retaliates

Red looks ready to lunge when Berry speaks up

“I AGREE! SO LONG AS THERE IS A FEMALE IN THIS HOUSE YOU AND MUTT WILL BE INSUFFERABLE.” He turns to glare at Russ who just bows his head apologetically.

Edge nods and glowers at Red making him sweat a bit.

“I promise that I won’t get in anyone’s way while I’m here. I’m here only to further my education and nothing more.” You plead

“You’re actually comfortable with sharing a living space with eight fully grown male monsters?” Orange slings back at you.

You give him a confused look… He couldn’t possibly mean the fact that they’re males to scare you off...They’re skeletons! As far as you’re concerned is all that it amounted to was poor and dirty pick up lines that wouldn’t amount to anything… WHY? Skeletons. The monster aspect did have you a little worried as you had never been around monsters to much to garner anything about them but you didn’t believe in the hysteria that came after they emerged.

“I don’t see why it would be a problem.” You say honestly earning an actual surprised look from Orange

“Well Orange having heard Y/N’s honest opinions what do you have to say.” Sans grins wider

Orange gives sans a very weird look like he can’t believe but also suspicious of Sans attitude.

“Even though I must say it is odd hearing the one who started the male only rule vouch otherwise but I guess I can let it slide if she’s that determined to stay.” Orange replies still eyeing sans with utter scrutiny

“Blue, I know you already said you approve does that mean you are in favor of Y/N staying?” Sans looks to Blue

Blue nods rapidly in agreement.

“Berry how about you?” Sans asks

Berry had been intently looking at you through your explanation and was still giving you a once over pondering.

“HMMM…. BOUND AND DETERMINED TO MAKE A FUTURE FOR YOURSELF AND THE PURSUIT OF KNOWLEDGE… I CAN RESPECT THAT...HOWEVER…” He turns to glare at Russ who seems to be looking on in disinterest but seems to be sweating a little.

Berry sighs

“IF SHE WISHES TOO I DO NOT SEE ANYTHING WRONG AS LONG AS SHE KEEPS TO HER PROMISE.” Berry nods

“Okay, Russ what about you.” Sans turns his attention to the uninterested skeleton beside Berry

“If M’Lord is okay with it then I am as well.” He plays it off dismissively

“And Edge…” Sans starts

“NO!!! WHAT IS WRONG WITH ALL OF YOU!? A HUMAN FEMALE IS GOING TO BE SHARING A ROOF WITH US AND WE ARE NOT CONCERNED AT ALL!?” Edge cries out his red eyelights reduced to pinpricks with rage.

“Is that a problem?” Sans asks

“YES IT’S A PROBLEM WE ALL AGREED NO FEMALES!!! IT’S JUST… WELL…” He looks at his brother once more and then at all the others incredulously

“SERIOUSLY NOTHING ABOUT WHO WE ARE AND HOW WE OPERATE IS OF ANY CONCERN TO YOU HUMAN?” Edge suddenly flings your way.

You shake your head no.

“.....FINE…. JUST DON’T SAY I DIDN’T WARN YOU!” Edge glares at you

“Alright and Red..” Sans tries to start once again

“Hell yes! The hell you even asking for!? I already said yes when you told us the whole thing from the get go!” Red hissed impatiently

‘Wow didn’t take much to earn his vote’ You think to yourself

“I HAVE ALSO VOTED YES NYEH HEH HEH!” Papyrus calls out to sans

“Whelp looks like we will accept you as an applicant. I trust you’ve brought the necessary information so we can get you set up?” Sans grins at you

“YES!” You squeal and your back in Papyrus’ arms in a joyful hug from the loveable skelly.

He lifts you up and carries you back to the door.

“COME Y/N I MUST SHOW YOU THE REST OF THE FIRST FLOOR!” Papyrus exclaims

“CAN I JOIN!?” Blue bolts from his seat excitedly over to you both

“The more the merrier.” You smile down at the giddy smaller skeleton

“I WILL ACCOMPANY YOU AS WELL!” Berry announced making his way hurriedly over but with poise.

You all file out the door leaving the rest behind.

“Sans… are you out of your mind?” Orange asks the still grinning skeleton.

“I don’t see why we can’t help the girl and plus all the other applicants we’ve had were… unacceptable.” Sans replies as Red and Edge chuckle at his pause.

“Forgot already why we made the rule in the first place?” Russ chuckles at the clueless looking sans

“Just because ya never had one yet doesn’t mean it won’t start. However some of us have and havin’ such a gorgous lady around will make it undeniably harder for us but I ain’t gonna complain.” Red leers his grin becoming more sharp making him look terrifying.

Sans still seems to wrapping his mind around what they’re saying

“Heat cycle sans.” Orange says reclining back in his chair

“Oh!” Sans says flushing blue having clearly forgotten something really important was upsetting.

He glances where you left prior and starts to sweat.

“Crap.”