[The handshake gets a tight frown, but no comment. Again, a teammate misses the opportunity to kiss his hand. Will this injustice never cease?

Whatever. It is always good to meet Mettaton.]

Oh, the pleasure's all mine, sweetheart.

...So. [So. Mettaton folds his hands behind his back and rocks on his heels. Well...] It's a waiting game now, is it? Have you heard any good news about this lockdown?