A/N Hi people!! I am sooo happy to finally post this story!! This is a love/hate story that takes place in Mineral Town : ) And it will be told from either Claire or Jack's point of view. (POV) So now I'm just hoping that someone will actually read it! And if you DO read it, please review!!

Disclaimer: I do not own Harvest Moon :'(

Claire's POV

I walked onto my new farm land, taking in the fresh air. I couldn't wait to start my career as a farmer. Way better than the city life. I was walking up to see the house when someone called my name.

"Hello...Miss Claire?" A tubby man with a red top hat called.

"Yes?" I answered, walking up to two men.

"Let me introduce myself. I'm the mayor Thomas, and this is Jack." He said, indicating to the taller one. He nodded at me. The mayor went on.

"You see...Jack here...well the farm..." I raised my eyebrows questioningly. "The farm belongs to him."

"WHAT?!" I exploded. The mayor cringed.

"The previous owner has left the farm to him. We just now found the will. I'm sorry we couldn't tell you sooner." This could not be happening.

"But that's not fair!" I protested. The mayor didn't say anything, but instead handed me my money back. I looked at Jack desperately. He grinned sheepishly and rubbed the back of his neck with his hand. I gave him my best death glare and stomped into what must be the town.

I kept going until I reached an inn. A redheaded girl greeted me there.

"Hi. You must be the new farmer right?" She said eagerly.

"Well I WAS." I quickly explained about Jack.

"OMG, I am so sorry. You can stay here if you like."

"Ok-thanks." I accepted.

"Ann." She said, holding out her hand to shake.

"Claire." I said, taking it.

Jack's POV

I was so guilty. I have never been good with lying or guilt. My two major weakpoints. The reason for this guilt was the blond girl, Claire. I felt terrible about taking over. She had paid and everything. But I would make it up to her somehow. I shoved the thought aside for later and went to go check out my new house.

I had spent the entire afternoon trying to clear the mess of a field. No such luck, I hadn't even cleared half. But I would work some more on it tomorrow. After I made it up to Claire.

I entered my house to find two rooms. A bedroom and a bathroom. Ok. Note to self: Buy a kitchen as soon as possible. At least there was a TV. I turned it on a flipped through the four channels. FOUR channels. Ugh. I turned off the TV and laid on the bed. I fell into uneasy sleep, my head spinning with thoughts of Claire.

A/N Ok, really short, I know. But the next chapter will definitely be longer, and funnier too. I'll update soon!!