Hi!

My name's jory014 and it's my first time in the Harvest Moon community. :) I hope that you'd like this new fic of mine.

To be honest myself, due to academics I have failed updating my old fics, but with new found inspiration, I want to make this fic side by side my own original novel and finish both until the end!

I can assure you all that this will be amazing!

Disclaimer: I own nothing other than the plot line.

The Dove

The sun goes down
The stars come out

Glad You Came

By: The Wanted

-Prologue-

It was like the usual in the Mineral Town's clinic, as the Doctor clothed with formal moss green long sleeves, black slacks, loafers and the signature Doctor's trench coat draped over his entire formal ensemble sat on his desk flipping over patients' history records. His nurse, Elli, on the other hand, just sat at the reception patiently on her blue frilly nurse outfit, as from time to time she would check the stock of medicines in the cabinet if they still have enough or run errands for her dearly beloved partner in crime. At times, she would often just find herself sitting on her desk doing the Doctor's paperwork herself.

It was the usual routine.

The Doctor wasn't limited to checking old history records as he would often find himself researching on the types of herbs, medicines and what not to synthesize to help heal his patients. Perhaps, he may also do some paper work on his desk, which is almost never a mountain due to the lack of accidents and illnesses occurring in the town or simply because his lovely nurse would often find herself doing it for him on his stead.

It was rather peaceful in the Mineral Town Clinic for just as expected from people living in the country side everyone was healthy. He never had any serious near-to-death cases, except for treating a bedridden Grandmother, Ellen, who happens to be a relative of Elli, and Lillia, a mother of two young adults, having a chronic disease that is incurable, but nonetheless it was manageable. Both cases were nothing near-to-death or alarming, although Ellen would probably die soon herself, which is due to old age, and the both of them can be nursed as out-patients. Aside from anything else that was all the major cases in the village. Other than that, they had the manager of the supermarket, Jeff, a frequent visitor due to some stomach ulcers, and a few accidents from a few residents such as the Smith's grandson, Grey from burns and mild injuries, along with Lillia's old son, Rick from his farming duties at Poultry Farm. Perhaps, he would also get visits from the rest due to some seasonal colds, fevers and coughs.

Did he mention that Cliff, the used-to-be wonderer, is now also a frequent visitor ? That's because he's no longer one and the injuries were due to his responsibilities from Aja Windery ran by the couple Duke and Manna. Since the couple's daughter, Aja ran away from home, it is most probably that Cliff would succeed it. A lucky guy he is, but nonetheless deserving for his hard work and familial love for the couple.

Although, he had to admit that aside from the frequent visits, the clinic became a little bit livelier due to the appearance of a brown-haired farmer named Jack, who bought a gigantic piece of land, near the foot of Mother's Hill probably two to three hectares big. With his large farmland, all the residents immediately respected him, after all, in rural areas, a large land means a lot of money at your disposal.

Why you say? Why would the farmer make a difference at his lowly clinic in the heart of Mineral Town?

Well basically, he would find the young bachelor frequently being carried to his clinic would it be during broad daylight or the wee hours of the night due to over exhaustion due to farm activities. It made it exciting on his part as a Doctor as he finally had a patient to tend and look after at.

To add, somehow due to the frequent visits of Jack, willingly or unwillingly, he was able to build a brotherly bond with him, just like the one he had with Pastor Cater from the church just across the town's cemetery. Not just towards him though, with the way things are going, Elli and Jack obviously has a thing for each other. Placid as he may be on the outside, he's not that dumb not to notice love sprouting before his eyes. Somehow he found the development laughable since it was just like yesterday that his lovely nurse was just fawning over him, and now her heart flutters for another man. Not that he mind, rather, he supported the relationship and felt happy for the both of them. The only thing the both of them needs is a little push to take it to the next level. As much as he was tempted to meddle in the most subtle way he can, of course he didn't. He knew better not to do so.

Truly, he never had anybody to relate with for a long time for them being used-to-be city dwellers back in the day, and Jack was the one to actually give him that kind of company.

Jack was around his mid-twenties, specifically 25, while he himself was two years older, and it's been two years, since Jack has been a permanent resident of Mineral Town.

Going back to the Doctor, just what made him go to the outskirts of the city and be a province Doctor when he was actually one of those prodigies in the field of medical science?

Why not stay in the city and found a decent hospital where he can climb the ranks and actually live a life of luxury?

That he can't find himself can't say, but one thing he can agree with Carter was, it's because it's their so-called 'calling'. After all, if he didn't go to Mineral Town, who would?

He was actually the one who searched for towns with no residential Doctor in the area and takes the market for himself. Not only that, he found the town attractive for it had the famous Botanist writer, Basil and the mountain that's well-supplied by fresh unique herbs. But what really explains his decision was the unexplainable pull the village hard towards him. Yes, the calling. Not that he is complaining, actually he was blessed. After all, Mineral Town, although simple and Jurassic in terms of technology, was probably one of the most decent rural towns he knew.

But, then again going back a little bit further, what called him to this profession anyway?

What was his main reason to take up one of the most difficult courses and profession?

Two reasons…

One being influenced by his parents; the other due to a certain incident, the incident he'd rather prefer to as 'the sacred important day'. Yes, it was just that special that it really moved him to be a Doctor.

A ring echoed inside the small clinic, a sound that they'd rarely hear. The Doctor immediately stopped at whatever he was doing as he waited for Elli to answer the phone. Somewhat curious himself, as he'd just rather eavesdropped the conversation than due his admin work.

Is it because a new batch of medicines is coming? Is it because a journal from his medical magazines and books are finally arriving? Perhaps, it was a call from his patients, asking for his help?

Those were the immediate questions that filled his head. Nonetheless, whatever it was he'd love to hear it. Except for the fact that he'd found out that Ellen or Lillia are currently in a critical condition of course. He wouldn't want that. Although he wanted a little bit of action, he wouldn't want the type of action where other's lives are in danger. Plus, what's the reason to be a doctor if he's having fun over the lives of his patients? That's just stupid.

"Hello, good afternoon this is the Mineral Clinic, Elli speaking." Elli greeted sweetly on the phone. The Doctor scooted along with his chair towards the curtain, hoping to hear more. It wasn't in his nature to be involved unnecessarily, but today was an exception.

Yes, he was a little bit bored and something out of the ordinary would help him greatly.

"Doctor Alex?" Elli was surprised as she called out the name, rather ecstatic. Alex is actually his twin brother, but unlike him he chose to be a city Doctor and did what he didn't do, climb the ranks in the field of Medical Science. But not like he would care. It was his decision, it was Alex's. As long as he was happy, his brother is happy then there's nothing wrong with that. Both were supportive to each other all the way. "Yes? I see…" Elli's voice fell, as it had a pretty despondent tone. Definitely not great news. "That's horrible. Okay, I'll the Doctor immediately."

The Doctor felt himself stiffened up, as thoughts filled with worry immediately his mind, whilst keeping his placid façade. Of course, he may be worried on the inside, but as a Doctor he has to keep his emotions intact.

"Doctor Trent, phone call." Ellie called. Trent, due to mannerism, ruffled his jet black hair as he walked towards the reception and immediately picked up the phone. His onyx orbs stared through despondent hazel ones. The sight of such eyes made the excitement inside him from a few minutes ago drain away from his system. But, nonetheless found the strength to speak.

"Yes, Doctor Alex, Doctor Trent speaking." Although they were brothers, he always kept a tone of professionalism between the two of them, unlike his brother. Only if it's outside work then he'd refer to him as simply Alex. But, Alex never even considered that kind of mentality. Comparing the twins, Trent is stricter, whilst Alex wasn't and instead had a gentle aura. Although, both of them were different they were the same in terms of having dedication towards their profession and the heart they have for their patients.

A similar type of voice answered back. "Trent, I have a request." Although, Alex is usually more animated than him, today was an exception as his gentle voice was clearly serious more rather than usual. "Remember the patient that I have been telling you about? The one that I've been taking care of for three years?" Alex asked, as Trent's eyes widened. A rush of thoughts once again filled his mind. He doesn't really know the patient that well, nor knew the patient face-to-face, however due to his brother's consistent updates he knows so well that the patient was a critical one. Alex actually referred to the patient as a ticking time-bomb.

But before Alex could continue, the door of the clinic slammed opened, as a panting farmer appeared before them. As if on cue both stated in unison:

"The patient's transferring to Mineral Town."

"My sister is coming!"

And that's a wrap!

Do look forward for the next chapter!

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I'll be updating soon!