(We need LN!Karl recognition.)

(I also just realized that C!Quackity having tortured C!Drean wouldn't make sense in this oneshot, so let's just pretend that didn't happen 💃)

          "Quackity from Las Nevadas!" Charlie called happily, catching the attention of the black haired male. He looked over his shoulder, Karl looking up from the cards he was shuffling. Charlie had his head peeking from behind the wall, wide grin being on his face. "SapNap and George from Kioko Kingdom are here!"
          "SapNap and George?" He asked, exchanging looks with Karl. "I thought we wouldn't be seeing them for at least another month."
          "Who cares? Let's go!" Karl said happily, walking from his spot behind the table and grabbing his fiancés hand. He and Quackity followed Charlie through the halls, being brought to the main entrance. Karl could barely keep in the squeal that formed in his throat, wide smile being on his face as he ran in SapNap's direction. He leaped into his arms, hovering over the ground a bit as SapNap hugged him tightly. Karl's smile never faltered as he hugged SapNap back, being lowered to the ground. Quackity didn't run like Karl did, but he did pick up his pace a bit. SapNap looked up, opening one of his arms with a grin on his face. Quackity hurried into his embrace, hooking an arm under SapNap's shoulder and gripping the back on it as he buried his face in his chest. He had to admit, he felt a bit safer with him being here.
          "What–" Karl started, wiping the happy tears that gad formed in his eyes. "What're you doing here?" He finally asked, looking between George and SapNap. SapNap's grin fell as he glanced over at his friend, whom also wore a serious expression. "Can we all go somewhere private to talk?" George asked, looking araround. "I don't like the idea of discussing this in the open." Quackity exchanged glances with Karl, and then Charlie. Charlie's brows were furrowed with worry. "Uh– yeah. We can talk in my office," Quackity said, George nodding.

          Karl opened Quackity's mini fridge, pulling out a white Monster for himself. "You guys want a drink?" He asked, looking over at everyone. "Water?" SapNap asked, Karl nodding as he grabbed a bottle. He approached his lover, leaning up and prcking his cheek lovingly as be handed him his cold drink. SapNap's lips curled into a smile, watching as Karl walked over to Quackity's desk and sat on it. "So...what do we need to talk about?" Quackity asked as Charlie shut the door behind them all, approaching the group nervously. He'd be lying if he said he didn't feel a bit intimidated by Quackity's friends. George let out a shaky sigh, exchanging another look with SapNap. "It's about Dream," George breathed. "He...he broke out of the prison."
          Almost as if it was planned, Karl's Monster had snapped open at the end of George's words. It went silent after that. "How?" Quackity finally asked. He seemed shocked and furious at the same time. "Techno broke him out," SapNap responded, eyes stuck on the ground. "I got there way after he got out...he...made a threat to Kinoko and Las Nevadas." SapNap seemed disappointed with himself at the fact he couldn't stop his former best friend. Quackity scoffed, pacing in a small circle. "I'd like to see him try and set foot here," he hissed, anger fueling him. He almost snarled, his golden tooth bearing a bit.
          "He's not the only threat," George commented, Quackity and Karl looking back at their British friend. "What do you mean?" Karl asked, worry being on his face. "Who else is there?"
          "Schlatt," George responded. Almost immediately, Quackity's anger subsided and was replaced with a look of horror. He seemed to have also gone a little pale. Karl's eyes went wide, him slowly looking at his fiane. SapNap bit his lip harshly, doing the same. Charlie's lips were parted, his eyes landing on Quackity. He had never seen him so scared before. "Quackity?" He asked quietly as he approached, gently reaching out and resting a hand on Quackity's shoulder. Quackity flinched slightly as his gaze landed on the ground. "I...," was all he could say. He then closed his eyes, taking a shaky breath. "What are we going to do?" He then asked, his quiet voice having a tremble to it.
          "The only thing we can for the time being," George responded. "Form an alliance between Kinoko and Las Nevadas, and try to take him down."
          "Consider it done," Quackity spoke, opening his eyes and locking them with George's. "Do you know where they are?" He asked.
          "No," George answered. "Hence why SapNap is staying here, to help keep guard of you."
          "But what about you?" Karl quickly asked. "You'll be all alone. You can stay here with us–"
          "If I stay here, he'll know and go straight for the kingdom," George said as he locked his heterochromatic eyes with Karl's. They seemed glossy. "I have to make sure he doesn't."
          "But they'll kill you," Quackity retorted, Charlie flinching at how stern and somewhat loud Quackity's voice had become. "You'll die if they storm Kinoko!"
          "He has me." Charlie, Quackity, and Karl almost immediately snapped their heads around, spotting the male whom was sitting criss-crossed in the air. He wore a resemblance to Dream, but his attire was very different. He wore a jumpsuit that seemed almost identical to the one Dream wore, but there was a triangle cut out in the upper breast area and many little green jewels decorated it. He wore what seemed to be a golden belt with matching green jewels, a green cloth being attached to it and covering only his right leg. His eyes were a bright green, seeming to glow, and he had an 'XD' on his neck. Even his scars and freckles seemed to glow green. Quackity blinked, Karl tensing at the male. "Oh– XD!" Charlie suddenly cheered, taking a step closer. A smile spread across his lips. "How good it is to see you!"
          The God smiled as he glanced up from his nails. "Hello, Slime. Been a while, has it not?"
          "Charlie–" Quackity spoke, his friend turning back around to look at him. "Who– who is this?" Quackity asked, Karl now standing between his fiances. "Oh, this is XD!" Charlie replied happily. "He's one of the God's of the server. Remember how I said I've been here for like, millions of years? XD's only like, a thousand years older than me."
          " 'Only' ," XD chuckled. "You continue to make me feel old, young Slime." He then glanced back up, smiling again. "Good to see you as well, Karl."
          Now everyone's attention was on Karl. Karl looked at everyone's gaze, letting out a nervous chuckle. "What, are you like a gazillion years old too?" SapNap asked. "No no no– I met XD when I was doing that whole time travel thingy," Karl said, sipping his Monster. "It's a long story. Basically he's the one that convinced me to stop doing it." Quackity and SapNap exchanged glances with each other.

           Quackity stood on his balcony, angry scowl leaving him as his lighter wouldn't spark. A hand then stuck out in front of Quackity, thumb sticking out as a little flame emitted from it. Quackity leaned forward with his cigarette in his mouth, holding the stick still with hid index and middle finger as he lit it. He pulled back, inhaling and then puffing out a cloud of gray smoke. "Thanks," he said as he looked over a bit, watching as SapNap pulled his hand back and blew out his little flame  "You're welcome" he hummed. SapNap was now fresh out of the shower, his hair being pulled back into a half-up ponytail. A few strands of his damp hair stuck out in front of his face, blowing in the wind. He wore a black longsleeve and shorts.
          Quackity leaned over the balcony's railing, taking another puff from his cigarette. A pair of arms snaked around his waist from behind, the faint scent of Karl's rose cologne filling his nose. "Are you okay?" He asked, Quackity flicking his cigarette. "I dunno," Quackity simply replied. "I'm not worried about myself...I'm more worried about Tubbo if anything. If Schlatt doesn't come for me first, he might try and see Tubbo."
          "We'll go and check on him tomorrow," SapNap said, cupping Quackity's cheek and making him look at him. "Right now, you both are my priority." Quackity nodded, leaning into SapNap's touch. "I'm sure he's fine...he's got Ranboo and Tommy. And as far as I know, Phil started staying with them to help around with Michael and Shroud."
          "Don't overthink it," Karl said, rubbing Quackity's shoulders. "Everything will be fine in the end." Quackity nodded slightly. He then jumped slightly as SapNap suddenly leaned in, lightly pecking his lips. Quackity smiled as SapNap let the kiss linger for a moment before pulling back. Karl then narrowed his eyes, almost pouting at the taller male. SapNap noticed this, snickering as he pecked Karl's lips. "Jealous," he said, earning a giggled from Quackity. Karl's eyes narrowed playfully, unable to hide his smile.

          Dream's eyes landed on the male that slept in the corner, loud snores leaving him as his chest heaved. He then looked over at the door, pulling himself to his feet and making his way outside.

          The cold night air blew against him as he sat in the grass, holding something in his cupped hands. It was a blue jewel, and it seemed to glow. His eyes shut as he brought it up, pressing his lips against the cold object. After a moment, a cold hand gently caressed his cheek, causing him to look up and open his eyes.
          "Hello, my darling," the God cooed, his blue eyes stating into Dreams. His brown hair blew in the wind, blue robe-like clothing swaying gently. His neck had the letters 'HD' on it, his circle wire glasses resting on his face. Dream closed his eyes again, leaning into HD's touch. "I've missed you;" he said softly, the God smiling again as he used his other hand to brush Dream's hair out of his face. He leaned forward, their noses touching. "I've missed you too, Darling," he cooed before their lips finally met.