Writer's note: You can say I'm on a roll. I can't stop writing! Which is good I guess, because I love it! Anyway, this will be a rather bumpy chapter of their life, but also the start of something new. It might be cliché, but life is all about the ups and downs. It's not always ups nor it's always downs. But in times of 'downs', allow some room for grief - because we're still human anyway, but do get back up on your feet afterwards. With that, on to the story!
^^^Apologies, that was meant to be published last Saturday. But I had something to do over the next few days and I did not have my computer with me. In addition, I made some minor editing (applies to those of you who read the previous chapters before 16/01/2016) to the previous chapters because I was not very satisfied with it - just some changes in sentence structures and a little bit of extra descriptions, but no change in the plot whatsoever. So once again sorry for the delay, and I hope you'll enjoy this chapter!^^^
^^^Apologies, that was meant to be published last Saturday. But I had something to do over the next few days and I did not have my computer with me. In addition, I made some minor editing (applies to those of you who read the previous chapters before 16/01/2016) to the previous chapters because I was not very satisfied with it - just some changes in sentence structures and a little bit of extra descriptions, but no change in the plot whatsoever. So once again sorry for the delay, and I hope you'll enjoy this chapter!^^^
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Flambéed Love
~Misunderstanding~
Recently, Fritz has started talking to Minori more frequently. He was already reaching out to Minori quite regularly before, but it became even more often – you could say, he became even more aggressive in his pursuit. Of course, Minori doesn't suspect a thing - because all along, she thought Fritz is simply a very nice person, she thought Fritz is just a close friend.
But every day, Minori is always in his mind; day and night. He felt lucky that she is in the same profession as he is – so that way, there are more opportunities for him to discuss common topics about, and he can definitely spend more time together with her.
It might sound surprising, but Fritz can be….a little bit scheming sometimes; he’d find ways to make sure that Minori spends the most time with him.. and not anyone else, especially the bachelors. He’s not taking any risk; he can’t let another man be too ‘friendly’ with Minori, it might cost him his spot!
Oh well..we can't blame him. Love can make people do ridiculous things after all.
At the same time, Raeger has taken some distance away from Minori after recently finding out about Fritz’s feelings towards her – which obviously distressed Minori sometimes. It was not too obvious, but Minori can feel it: when the three of them hangs out, Raeger always seemed to be holding back. It’s like he’s putting up a front. She wonders what’s wrong?
...
"We can't hang out today?" Minori sounds disappointed.
"I'm really sorry, Minori. I know I promised, but the deadline for my next draft got pushed, and Agate's work at the safari took longer than expected." Iris expressed her remorse.
Minori was really looking forward to meeting the girls again, but she knew that they would never cancel on her on purpose. Minori understands how busy one can be when faced with loads of work to do; Minori herself has been in their shoes multiple times.
Not wanting her friends to feel guilty anymore, Minori cheerfully re-assured them, "It's alright, I completely understand! I've been in the same situation a few times myself!” She paused to look at Iris’ unchanging expression before she continues, “We can always meet up when all of us are free, right? But we can't leave urgent matters unattended. So don't worry!"
Iris was amazed. Despite Minori’s young age, she has a mature thinking; and that caused Iris to forget their age difference sometimes. "Thank you Minori, I really appreciate your understanding. I'll inform Agate as well. I promise I'll make it up to you on our next meeting!" Iris smiled, "Well, I would have to excuse myself now. Hope to see you soon, Minori!"
"See you Iris!! Good luck!" Minori waved Iris good bye energetically and beamed widely before signalling a thumb sign.
Looking at Minori, Iris giggled. Minori is indeed mature in terms of her thinking - she's wise. But when it comes to her actions, she's simply adorable! Iris has always been so fond of her.
...
"Hhhm..I guess I'll go see the wild rabbits alone.." Minori was indeed a little bit upset, but she tried her best to cheer herself up.
On her way down towards the mountain, she saw Fritz. She wasn't expecting to see him around here!
"Hey Fritz!! What are you doing here?" Minori waved her right hand enthusiastically upon seeing her friend.
Fritz knew that voice, and as he looked towards the source and sees Minori right in front of him, his face brightened up. He quickly gestured back, "Minori! It's nice to see you here!" Fritz breeze-walked towards Minori and as soon as she was in close proximity, Fritz kindly replied her, “I was just walking around for some fresh air. What about you Minori?”
“Ah, nice! I was just about to go visit the rabbits here..they start to get really friendly if you give them some carrots regularly.” Minori giggles.
Fritz watched her so lovingly, ‘I like her smile..’; but of course, he can’t say it out loud. He needed to first make sure that Minori feels the same way. “So, who are you here with today?”
“It’s just me. I was supposed to meet the girls but you can’t help it if they’re busy right..ahaha.” Minori laughed awkwardly. It was quite obvious that Minori is still rather upset, despite her effort to remain jolly.
Meanwhile, Fritz took that as an opportunity - a chance for him to be alone with her. “Then I’ll go with you!! I love rabbits!” Fritz squealed. “C’mon!!”
Fritz quickly headed towards the rabbits, but he was careful and slow enough not to scare them away. Minori was happy to have someone as company..or she’ll be spending the afternoon alone. Minori do enjoys the solitude, but at times..she’ll hate the feeling of loneliness. And so, she really appreciates Fritz’s gesture to keep her company.
‘He’s such a nice friend!’ Minori thought. ‘I’m so lucky to have known him from the start..or else I’ll be a lonely farmer..haha’ Minori smiled and proceeded towards the rabbits as well. She genuinely appreciates Fritz’s presence.
As the two farmers playfully enjoy themselves with the wild rabbits, things start to feel more intimate. It’s bound to happen, especially when the conversations get personal and physical contact is involved. When ‘physical contact’ is mentioned, it meant those multiple brief moments when Minori’s hands accidentally touch Fritz’s during their lively engagement with their little friends. But for innocent young Fritz, it was enough to make him fluster.
…
“Thanks for accompanying me today, Fritz! I enjoy it!” Minori expresses her gratitude towards Fritz.
“It’s my pleasure, Minori!!” Fritz replied and paused, it took him a while to gather enough courage to articulate his next sentence, “Besides, I love spending time with you!”
And as Fritz anxiously waited for Minori’s response towards his bold declaration, Minori casually uttered, “Me too! I love spending time with you, Fritz!”, and grinned in the direction of her companion.
Well..Minori didn't say it clearly, but it was intended ‘as FRIENDS’ – something she would come to regret not saying later, even though she really means what she said at that point in time.
Consequently, Fritz was ecstatic. His excitement clearly shows in his facial expression, as it left his mouth wide open and his eyes widened in disbelief. “You do? That’s great to hear!!” At the same time, Fritz thought this might be a good time to profess his feelings towards Minori. ‘It’s now or never, Fritz..’
On the other hand, Minori was confused, “Yeah, of course. Why would I not?” She wanted to question him further as to why her statement would surprise him, but she immediately abandon the idea after realizing that it’s time for her to go back to the farm.
“Oh, no! Look at the time!” Minori expresses her concern as she looked at her watch. “I have to return to the farm, I have some work still left undone at the sewing studio..”
Recently, Minori has regularly cultivate flax and cotton to be made into fabric, particularly golden linen cloth and golden cotton cloth. She discovered it was the quickest way to earn profit, which could eventually help Oak Tree Town thrive even further.
“I'm sorry Fritz!! But I have to go back to work now! Again thank you for your time and I’ll see you around okay!” Minori quickly pack her bags and was about to rush back to her farm when Fritz grabbed her by the wrist, causing her to be surprised.
“Wa..wait!! I have something to tell you.” Fritz anxiously declared.
Minori looked at her right wrist, then fixed her gaze onto Fritz’s face. She knew something was up, and her instinct tells her that something unpleasant was about to happen. But what was bound to happen next is now inevitable. Nevertheless, Minori tried to keep her composure, “Yes Fritz? What is it?” She looked at him with concern.
Mustering all the courage he had, Fritz took a deep breath and looked deep into Minori’s eyes, “Minori..I have a crush on you.”
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Flambéed Love
~Misunderstanding~
Recently, Fritz has started talking to Minori more frequently. He was already reaching out to Minori quite regularly before, but it became even more often – you could say, he became even more aggressive in his pursuit. Of course, Minori doesn't suspect a thing - because all along, she thought Fritz is simply a very nice person, she thought Fritz is just a close friend.
But every day, Minori is always in his mind; day and night. He felt lucky that she is in the same profession as he is – so that way, there are more opportunities for him to discuss common topics about, and he can definitely spend more time together with her.
It might sound surprising, but Fritz can be….a little bit scheming sometimes; he’d find ways to make sure that Minori spends the most time with him.. and not anyone else, especially the bachelors. He’s not taking any risk; he can’t let another man be too ‘friendly’ with Minori, it might cost him his spot!
Oh well..we can't blame him. Love can make people do ridiculous things after all.
At the same time, Raeger has taken some distance away from Minori after recently finding out about Fritz’s feelings towards her – which obviously distressed Minori sometimes. It was not too obvious, but Minori can feel it: when the three of them hangs out, Raeger always seemed to be holding back. It’s like he’s putting up a front. She wonders what’s wrong?
...
"We can't hang out today?" Minori sounds disappointed.
"I'm really sorry, Minori. I know I promised, but the deadline for my next draft got pushed, and Agate's work at the safari took longer than expected." Iris expressed her remorse.
Minori was really looking forward to meeting the girls again, but she knew that they would never cancel on her on purpose. Minori understands how busy one can be when faced with loads of work to do; Minori herself has been in their shoes multiple times.
Not wanting her friends to feel guilty anymore, Minori cheerfully re-assured them, "It's alright, I completely understand! I've been in the same situation a few times myself!” She paused to look at Iris’ unchanging expression before she continues, “We can always meet up when all of us are free, right? But we can't leave urgent matters unattended. So don't worry!"
Iris was amazed. Despite Minori’s young age, she has a mature thinking; and that caused Iris to forget their age difference sometimes. "Thank you Minori, I really appreciate your understanding. I'll inform Agate as well. I promise I'll make it up to you on our next meeting!" Iris smiled, "Well, I would have to excuse myself now. Hope to see you soon, Minori!"
"See you Iris!! Good luck!" Minori waved Iris good bye energetically and beamed widely before signalling a thumb sign.
Looking at Minori, Iris giggled. Minori is indeed mature in terms of her thinking - she's wise. But when it comes to her actions, she's simply adorable! Iris has always been so fond of her.
...
"Hhhm..I guess I'll go see the wild rabbits alone.." Minori was indeed a little bit upset, but she tried her best to cheer herself up.
On her way down towards the mountain, she saw Fritz. She wasn't expecting to see him around here!
"Hey Fritz!! What are you doing here?" Minori waved her right hand enthusiastically upon seeing her friend.
Fritz knew that voice, and as he looked towards the source and sees Minori right in front of him, his face brightened up. He quickly gestured back, "Minori! It's nice to see you here!" Fritz breeze-walked towards Minori and as soon as she was in close proximity, Fritz kindly replied her, “I was just walking around for some fresh air. What about you Minori?”
“Ah, nice! I was just about to go visit the rabbits here..they start to get really friendly if you give them some carrots regularly.” Minori giggles.
Fritz watched her so lovingly, ‘I like her smile..’; but of course, he can’t say it out loud. He needed to first make sure that Minori feels the same way. “So, who are you here with today?”
“It’s just me. I was supposed to meet the girls but you can’t help it if they’re busy right..ahaha.” Minori laughed awkwardly. It was quite obvious that Minori is still rather upset, despite her effort to remain jolly.
Meanwhile, Fritz took that as an opportunity - a chance for him to be alone with her. “Then I’ll go with you!! I love rabbits!” Fritz squealed. “C’mon!!”
Fritz quickly headed towards the rabbits, but he was careful and slow enough not to scare them away. Minori was happy to have someone as company..or she’ll be spending the afternoon alone. Minori do enjoys the solitude, but at times..she’ll hate the feeling of loneliness. And so, she really appreciates Fritz’s gesture to keep her company.
‘He’s such a nice friend!’ Minori thought. ‘I’m so lucky to have known him from the start..or else I’ll be a lonely farmer..haha’ Minori smiled and proceeded towards the rabbits as well. She genuinely appreciates Fritz’s presence.
As the two farmers playfully enjoy themselves with the wild rabbits, things start to feel more intimate. It’s bound to happen, especially when the conversations get personal and physical contact is involved. When ‘physical contact’ is mentioned, it meant those multiple brief moments when Minori’s hands accidentally touch Fritz’s during their lively engagement with their little friends. But for innocent young Fritz, it was enough to make him fluster.
…
“Thanks for accompanying me today, Fritz! I enjoy it!” Minori expresses her gratitude towards Fritz.
“It’s my pleasure, Minori!!” Fritz replied and paused, it took him a while to gather enough courage to articulate his next sentence, “Besides, I love spending time with you!”
And as Fritz anxiously waited for Minori’s response towards his bold declaration, Minori casually uttered, “Me too! I love spending time with you, Fritz!”, and grinned in the direction of her companion.
Well..Minori didn't say it clearly, but it was intended ‘as FRIENDS’ – something she would come to regret not saying later, even though she really means what she said at that point in time.
Consequently, Fritz was ecstatic. His excitement clearly shows in his facial expression, as it left his mouth wide open and his eyes widened in disbelief. “You do? That’s great to hear!!” At the same time, Fritz thought this might be a good time to profess his feelings towards Minori. ‘It’s now or never, Fritz..’
On the other hand, Minori was confused, “Yeah, of course. Why would I not?” She wanted to question him further as to why her statement would surprise him, but she immediately abandon the idea after realizing that it’s time for her to go back to the farm.
“Oh, no! Look at the time!” Minori expresses her concern as she looked at her watch. “I have to return to the farm, I have some work still left undone at the sewing studio..”
Recently, Minori has regularly cultivate flax and cotton to be made into fabric, particularly golden linen cloth and golden cotton cloth. She discovered it was the quickest way to earn profit, which could eventually help Oak Tree Town thrive even further.
“I'm sorry Fritz!! But I have to go back to work now! Again thank you for your time and I’ll see you around okay!” Minori quickly pack her bags and was about to rush back to her farm when Fritz grabbed her by the wrist, causing her to be surprised.
“Wa..wait!! I have something to tell you.” Fritz anxiously declared.
Minori looked at her right wrist, then fixed her gaze onto Fritz’s face. She knew something was up, and her instinct tells her that something unpleasant was about to happen. But what was bound to happen next is now inevitable. Nevertheless, Minori tried to keep her composure, “Yes Fritz? What is it?” She looked at him with concern.
Mustering all the courage he had, Fritz took a deep breath and looked deep into Minori’s eyes, “Minori..I have a crush on you.”
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