Moving into a new house is never easy for anyone. But, over the years, I have gotten into the habit of it. I usually try not to talk to anyone wherever we go; I would end up being friends with them only to move away again in the next month or two. I can't really place a number on how many times I haves moved to different Kingdoms, but I have been to the big ones; Beanbean, Mushroom Kingdom and Sarasaland. Due to my parents' jobs, we tend to move a lot depending on the demand of their profession.

The house/office that we were given was in a small town just East of the Kingdom. Its name: Toad Town. It is a tiny speck compared to the actual Kingdom Square; a lot like my first home. It was in a small town and there wasn't a whole lot to do. It was always snowing there. My older sister, Wendy, and I used to ice skate a lot when we were in that little jewel of a town.

Anyways, there I was, in the Mushroom Kingdom and all of its glory. My Dad sent me there to pick up some stuff that a family-friend sent to us (it was left at the last house in Beanbean). One thing was certain: new girl plus giant ass town equals new girl becoming very lost. Thankfully, Wendy threw a map at me before I could walk out of the house. I managed to get to Castle Square alright...it was finding the Warp Zone. I had managed to find a bench to sit down on, and continued to bury my soul and senses into that piece of paper that was an excuse of a map. I searched and searched for some kind of indication as to where I was at, but the labor bare no fruit. Frustrated, I stood up, and started heading home. I tried to fold the map, but the stupid thing would cooperate with me.
First, I was fighting with a piece of obnoxiously large paper. Suddenly I found myself on the ground with a man sprawled out next to me. I stood up, and brushed myself off. The man also stood up, and started gathering the contents of the brown grocery bag he was carrying. I grabbed a few apples, and handed them to him. He thanked me as they were placed in the bag. He looked at me.

"Pardon me for intruding," he spoke "But is there something wrong?"

"I'm just lost; that's it." I answered. "Sorry for blindly smacking into you, by the way."

"That's alright. I should have watched as well. Where are you trying to go?"

"The Warp Zone; I need to pick up a few things for my father."

"Just take a left at Star Lane; you can't miss it." he started to walk away, but stopped. He faced me again. "You have no idea where Star Lane is, do you?"

I shook my head as I felt my entire faced burn with shame. I heard him laugh softly.

"It's not easy being the new girl!" I fired at him.

His face read shock. There was a couple seconds of silence before he could find his voice again. "I'm sorry. I didn't mean to poke fun; that's my brother's job. I take it you're new to the Mushroom Kingdom?"

I shook my head. "I'm new to the city; I lived in HolliJolli Village."

"That explains quite a bit. I can walk you there; I have a little time on my hands."

With that, he gestured me forward. Thanking him for his help, I followed him.

"I'm sorry." he faced me. "My name is Luigi Mario."

"I would shake your hand, but it seems full at the moment." he smiled at this. "I'm Rosette X. Call me Rose."

"As long as you call me Luigi."

We continued to walk through the busy streets of the city. I lost him a few times, but his green hat with the L on it told me where he was. When we got separated, he would stand in an area where it was relatively clear of people and Toads, and wait for me there. Other than that, nothing else too tragic happened.

Wow...he was right; you really can't miss it. For one, it was an obnoxious green color. Another fact was that it looked like a giant Warp Pipe. Did I mention the neon sign flashing 'Warp Zone' that was on top of it?

Anyways, I got into the building, and walked up to the Toad that was working at the front desk. After explaining what I was looking for, he asked me to wait a moment as he jumped off the stool he was standing on. After a few seconds, he came back with a cardboard box. I thanked him, and stepped outside once again.

"Got everything you need?" Luigi asked. I nodded. "Good. Need me to get you back to the Square so you can get back home?"

"If you have the time to."

"Sure; my brother's house is on the way."

We started walking. "You live with your brother?"

He nodded. "It's cheaper that way. He goes and works while I take care of the house."

"Do you have a job yourself?"

He nodded. "Have you heard of Mario Plumbing?"

The confused look I gave him said it all.

"It's alright; we do a little work there. What about you?"

"I live with my parents and sister."

He eyed me. "You seem to be old enough to live on your own, Rose. How old are you; twenty-three?"

"Twenty-one, thank you. We are studying to be doctors. My mother is a child psychiatrist and my father is a surgeon."

His eyes lit a little. "I'm sorry; I didn't know you were the daughter of Derik X."

I shrugged. "More people know my sister than me. She's the smarter one."

"What paths are you two looking at?"

"Wendy, my sister, wants to be a surgeon."

"And you?"

I felt the heat in my face rise again. He nodded understanding.

"You have a little time. You could always be a nurse."

"That's my plan."

"Stick with it." He looked around, and I noticed that we were back in City Square. "Here we are. Can you get home alright?"

I nodded.

"Good. You said you like in HolliJolli?"

"Used to; we're at Toad Town now."

Luigi nodded. "I think my brother and I will be down there later on today to run an errand for the Princess. Maybe I'll see you?"

"Just stop on by the new X Hospital."

"Can do. See you later then."

"Thank you for your help."

With that, we went our own directions.