Rio's Diary

Hey, I'm Rio!

I live on a farm, in the middle of Echo Village, and I'm helping bring life back to the village! I still think its impossible though; I think old man Dunhill might be going slightly funny in the head.

However, today is Winter 24, and I have other... pressing matters.

Tomorrow is the Starry Night Festival, and I need to pick a guy to take with me! But it's a little more complicated than you might imagine...

Rio's POV

I'd just finished taking care of my animals of the farm when I took a stroll up into the village. I like to visit everyone in the morning and give them gifts; especially Neil. I've always liked him; he seems very sweet to me. Everyone thinks I'm mental, but I think that he's actually a kind person behind his cold appearance.

I was just outside his house with some shrimp chilli, when I felt a warm hand on my shoulder.

"Hey there, princess. You in a hurry?"

Of course, it was Allen. I swear to Goddess he always seems to be around whenever I plan to meet up with Neil.

"Oh hi, Allen. I was just on my way to deliver-" I began to explain, but I was suddenly interrupted by his finger pressed on my lips, shushing me.

"There's no need for words, princess. I can see it in your eyes. You WANT me." Allen swept me off my feet and lifted me into the air.

I blushed.

"Wait, w-what? I never said anything-"

Once again, I was interrupted by the flirtatious hair stylist.

"Sweetie, sweetie. You don't need to explain anything to me! I can practically read your thoughts! And I know EXACTLY what you're up to!" He smiled confidently. "You were on your way to ask me to the Starry Night Festival, weren't you? Oh, my dear, your eyes are full of passion. I can see your lust for me! Well now, you don't need to go any further. Because I found you first! And come on, who wouldn't want a romantic star gazing date with me, hm?" He winked, and waited for my answer.

"Uh... Well, Allen..." I stuttered, still shocked from his previous outburst. "I don't think you understand... I was on my way to deliver this to Neil." I tried to explain as politely as possible.

Allen completely ignored this statement, and continued rambling on.

"Ugh, Neil. Don't get me started on that scruffy animal lover. His hair is SUCH a mess. I just can't see what you see in him, princess. He's got no sense of style. Seriously, I don't think anyone enjoys his company. HAHA!" Allen was laughing at his own "joke", when a blonde haired man with ruby red eyes appeared behind Allen, glaring at him, with Allen completely unaware.

"I mean SERIOUSLY," continued Allen. "Do you even like him, Rio? Cause I think you're just putting up with him to make him feel better! HAHA!"

"You're not very quiet, you know." Grumbled an annoyed Neil.

Allen jumped.

"AH! When did YOU get there?!" he shrieked.

"Just now. Thought I'd try and save Rio from your creepiness." Neil turned and gave me a small smile, causing me to blush like crazy.

"Psh. Saving?! Honestly Neil. You don't know the first thing about attracting girls. They're all CRAZY over me!" Allen sighed, though when he turned to look at me, he had to hold back his annoyance of my clear attraction to Neil.

"Hn... Anyway princess. You never gave me my answer! Though do I need one? Hehe." Allen winked at me once more. Neil cringed.

"Um, I'm sorry, Allen... It's just... I, uh..." I trailed off, trying to think of a diplomatic way of saying no. However, I obviously didn't need one.

"Wow. You surprise me, Rio. You seriously have no taste in men. Most girls would be flattered that someone like ME declared his feelings to them. Psh. I guess you're a lost cause. See you." Allen span around, flipped his hair, and strutted away.

After a moment of silence, Neil laughed, and simply said. "I think HE'S a lost cause."

We both laughed, and then I remembered what I was coming for in the first place.

"Oh yeah! I forgot! I was on my way to give you this, Neil! I know you like it..." I blushed a bit, as I handed over the dish.

Neil looked a little confused, and took a look at the dish, realising what it was.

"Woah! How did you know I liked this? It looks good!" Neil's stomach growled, agreeing with him, and he blushed a little. "Reminds me. I have something for you, too." He seemed to be deep in thought for a moment, just staring at me.

"Gah! Sorry... W-would you like to come inside? It's a bit cold out here, and I don't want you to- Agh! There I go again! Sorry... I just meant, if you'd like-" he rambled, in an embarrassed sort of manner, before I interrupted him.

"I'd love to come inside, Neil." I smiled, with a slight blush.

"S-seriously? Wow... W-well, lets go then." He stammered, before opening the door for me.