Gill arrived at Forget-Me-Not Valley bundled up as best he could, looking quite dapper as he stood on top of the hill, looking over the valley. From his vantage point, it was quite beautiful. He could make out the small village, the villagers themselves presumably trying to stay inside as long as they could. He pulled out his phone to check the time, and found it was just past eleven. He checked his pocket, finding his wallet stayed with him the whole way. Perhaps he would treat his friend to lunch.

"Your valley is beautiful. Which farm is yours?" Gill sent a text to his friend Jill, taking off his navy gloves to do so, and quickly putting them back on. He had never really done well with the cold. He gave a shiver before walking down the hill, his stroll leisurely as he awaited the ping that alerted him to her response. It was when he passed the sign for Vesta's Farm, and saw the robust red-haired woman working her crop plantation, that Gill received a reply from Jill.

"Glad you like the valley! Just meet me by the inn, it's the biggest building in the valley, you can't miss it!" she replied, and Gill smiled, trying not to feel apprehensive as he approached the two-story inn. He was terrified that Jill was going to think he was a bore. He told himself that he wasn't, and that he was cool and collected and someone to be admired. If he told himself that, it would be true.

He heard his name being called, snapping him from his thoughts. He looked up to see Jill approaching him, waving. A small dog followed on her heels, barking happily.

"You made it!" Jill exclaimed, beaming at him. Gill smiled softly in return before the dog started to jump on his legs.

"Zeus! Down! He's just excited to meet a new friend!" Jill explained, pulling on the leash to pull back Zeus, and grinned again at Gill.

"I really like your village. It's cozy," Gill remarked, looking around at the warm homes and buildings. He shivered in his jacket and smiled at Jill again before remembering his hunger.

"I don't know about you, but I have to admit I'm rather hungry. Is there anywhere here to eat? It would be my treat," he offered, blushing slightly as he realized that could be construed as a date. He did like to plan, but he didn't plan on asking Jill on a date that day. He tried to push the red from his face, or at least hoped it would just look like he was cold, but he could tell by the way that Jill subtly smiled at him that she noticed.

"The inn has food, I believe. We can eat there, if you want. I'm pretty hungry myself, and Ruby does have good food," Jill explained, and led Gill in when he nodded. Ruby, a small and motherly tan woman, greeted Jill and Gill with warmth.

"Oh hello Jill! What brings you in today? Oh! Is this a friend?" she asked, eyeing Gill with a joyful look. He tried to stand tall against the scrutiny. Jill approached the counter scratching the back of her head.

"This is my friend Gill. He's from Castanet. We were hoping to get something hot to eat before I showed him around," she explained, making the introductions. Gill nodded politely at Ruby who giggled happily.

"Well, I'll go whip something up for you two. It's a pleasure to meet you, Gill!" Ruby cooed, trying not to giggle as she walked back into the kitchen.

"She certainly is cheery," Gill remarked, and Jill laughed.

"Ruby usually is. She's really pleasant. She's treated me like her own daughter since I've arrived. I'm glad," she remarked before Ruby came back out, handing Jill two thermoses.

"Here, its some hearty vegetable soup we've been stewing up today. Just bring me back those thermoses later, dear," she said, and Jill and Gill both thanked her before walking out, taking their lunch on the road. Jill showed Gill all around the valley, pointing out the Blue Bird Bar, with Muffy and Griffin, Cody the artist and his strange metal trailer, Daryl the scientist, and all the other residents and their residences. Gill rather liked the village, and found its townsfolk to be rather diverse and interesting, but most interesting of all was Jill. He enjoyed hearing her explain the relationships she had observed, and the ones she had fostered. He just liked to listen to her say anything. With Zeus treading underfoot, the trio made a happy image.

Soon, the day was dwindling to an end, and Gill knew he would have to leave if he wanted to be home before it got too dark. Jill regarded him with sadness when he mentioned this, but understood.

"I'm glad you had a good time today. You should come back soon! Or maybe you can show me around Castanet sometime?" Jill suggested, smiling happily at Gill. It was a good feeling to have a friend with whom conversation flowed so easily.

"I think I would like that. Maybe next week?" Gill suggested in turn, kneeling to pet Zeus in front of the bridge.

"That might work. Thank you for coming here," Jill said, and Gill stood, towering just a small amount over Jill.

"The pleasure was mine," he said before giving her a brief hug.

"Until next time," he said with a smile before walking across the bridge and towards the mountain. Before he turned, he could see the small blush that flew over her cheeks from his actions. He felt like he really was a cool guy.