Notice!
For those who had read the original Spirit of Kinstone, you may have notice that this story have been going through many issues.
Mostly because I was picky, and have a hard time thinking of a beginning for my story. Then again, we all have that problem so what's my excuse?
Anyways, hopefully there some improvement on this version of the story than the other. I rewrote, scrap, and update this story and it still hasn't been what I called "good".
But what do I know? I can even remember what "aaawwubis" mean...
Enjoy the hopefully better story.
As time passed by while I was on the train I began to wonder how moving away to a faraway place must've affect those I cared about. Granted I had my reason for leaving, but I didn't want anyone to worry about me.
After all I've done homework. Before I left my home at Winters I found a small village online that seem like a easy place to live. Well 'easy' as in it's still in development, so things like going to the store won't be difficult.
Although most people would prefer the city life, or stay in familiar territory. I prefer a simpler life. One that doesn't involve the usual crime scenes in the city, and one that doesn't feel like you done nothing, but stay in one place your whole life.
Since then, I felt like my life step backward instead of where I wanted to go when I was in Winters, but today I'm hoping to change that.
After a week travelling by train, I was getting one step closer towards my destination. It was exciting, but I was nervous nonetheless. Moving can be a big impact on you if you're not prepared, and although you'll have to say goodbye to your love ones and friends sometimes it has to be done when you have goals in mind.
Time has passed, and I had my attention turned towards the window from my seat. Seeing many things out from the distance. From the vast seas to the far away meadows the rays of the sunrise made the place golden and shiny. It was truly an incredible sight to behold.
As I continued to gaze upon landscape my vision started to cross eye, and from the glass windows I could see a reflection of myself looking back at me. I was just your average day guy, sporting with a brown formal style haircut, slightly tan face, and greenish-blue colored eyes; although my eye coloured from my reflection came out as a dark pupil.
After I left Winters, I felt like I needed to make some changes. Just in case I'm searching for a job. Granted, I have been pretty good about saving my bells, and the interest I reserve helped as well, but I always find it better safe than sorry.
I sat up in my seat looking down across the seat in front of me. I haven't realized how long it been since I last stretch out my body. Must be due to lack of exercise, granted yes, there has been times when I had to get up to take care of private business, but other than that I haven't really moved from this spot.
I breathe in a little then let out a soft sigh. "Man I'm beat." I said. I'll be honest, I wanted off is train ride so badly. I wasn't sure if I was being impatient, or excited, but one thing for sure I wanted off.
While I was in the middle of my thoughts, a blue and white cat with red irises eyes notice me. He saw that we weren't that far apart from where we were sitting, and decided to get up and walk towards me without me noticing.
"Excuse me," he said. "Is this seat taken?"
I turned towards the cat, who was wearing a sweater vest that alternates between red and black diamonds that are all over his vest. The vest's collar and bottom are lined with a gold color. His white paw was on the seat in front of me.
I smiled at him, and responded. "Sure, go ahead." I said, making him feel more welcome.
He smiled back, and gladly took his seat. He turned his attention towards the window for a moment before turning back at me. "Say I haven't seen you on the rails before." He said. "Where're ya heading?"
I smiled again, and told him where I was heading.
"Kinstone?" He replied, cocking his head to the side in confusion. He then puts his paw below his chin to think. "Hmm, now where did I heard of place called Kinstone..." The cat clamps his paws together. "Oh, I know!" He exclaims, as he pull out some maps, and ask me to look through them.
After a few minutes have passed, we found the map we were looking for.
"That's the one!" The cat cheered, as we had the map laid out for both of us to see. For a village that is supposedly underdeveloped, it was a pretty big place compared to Winters. Kinstone was also known for its seasons, unlike Winters where it's always snowing.
After looking through the map, the blue and white cat introduced himself as Rover, and that he has travel to many different villages and city.
In responds to his introduction, I introduced myself as well. "Colin. Colin K. S." I replied, as we shook hand to paw.
After our handshake, Rover sat up on his seat holding the map of Kinstone nearby him. He began asking me questions about my reason for going to Kinstone.
To get the point across, I was once a citizen of Winters, and now I'm moving to Kinstone for better life. Simple as that... or so I hope, because after telling that to Rover he began asking more questions about my reasoning, and what I didn't like about Winters. Basically questions I wanted to avoid.
I told Rover that my reasons were complicated. Which he respond his frown on his face, but shortly after put a smile back on his face, telling me he understand, and apologizes. Which is one thing I notice about Rover, he always seem to look at the bright side of life.
Time has passed by, and Rover and I made small talk. We both had our attention out the windows, seeing how the landscape got back its natural color again.
We both made guesses on when the train will arrive at Kinstone station. Rover guess was probably two to three hours, mine was five. So far, two hours has passed by, and no sign or signal was made about getting any closer to Kinstone. However, half an hour later the conductor made an announcement via radio.
"Attention passengers, in approximately thirty minutes we'll be arriving at Kinstone station. Thanks for taking the Porter Express!"
I sighed with relief. While Rover was chuckling with amusement.
Although I loss the bet with Rover, I was happy to know that I'm finally getting off. It felt like I was on rails my entire life. Which is bad because I often have moment where I can't stay in one place for too long.
As the train finally stops in front of Kinstone station, I grab my bags in the upper storage and bid farewell to Rover. Who gave me his map of Kinstone, saying that I'll need more he will. As the cart doors opened, I thanked Rover then got off.
After leaving the station, I gazed upon the forest-like scenery of Kinstone. From a great distance you could see trees, houses, as well as a beach.
It was a great sight. Now that I'm in Kinstone I felt like I could burst out of excitement. The thought about this made me smile. It was probably the dumbness thing I ever do, but I put my bag down and shout. "Hello Kinstone!" I yelled out, as a flock of yellow birds flew off some faraway trees. I began to laugh; whoever heard me probably thinks I'm the craziest person in the world.
As I pick up my bag again, I pull out the map Rover gave me, so I could find my way from the station to Nook's Homes so I could get the keys to my house... however though, hiding behind trees and bushes near the train station were a bunch of villagers noticing my arrival. The leader of the group, who was a yellow shih tzu puppy, gave the others the signal and gave me one of the most surprising welcome I have ever gotten.
"Welcome Mayor!"
End of chapter!
Hello people! Canby here, and I got to say this is probably THE better version of this chapter I have make.
Which means it probably has the most grammers errors because life hates me, hehe.
Anyways, for those who read the original, what do you think? Leave your opinions in the reviews, or if you can't for some reason send me a PM.
See ya guys then...
P.S. the Stealth Trio tablet is a peice of garbage when it comes to typing, don't buy it, it's a waist money.
P.S.S. I know what's aaawwubis means now, they're words used to start a sentence.