Ok, this is officially chapter 1. Que!

So far my hunt for sun stones has been fruitful. I've raised nearly all of the islands, leaving only Greenhouse Island and Rice Island. I suppose there's no hurry to raise them, but I have a problem with getting things done as quickly as possible.

This Will guy probably has some sun stones, as all the other villagers seem to have somehow, and I am prepared to soak them out of him. There is a problem though, as I have no idea what he likes. He's already rich, so what do you get a guy who has everything? I guess I'll just have to shoot in the dark until I get it right.

So I'm on the way to his huge impressive yacht armed with a rucksack full of junk. I found out that he's related to Regis and Sabrina, so maybe he likes gems? Or perhaps he's sick of gems? There's always so much to consider when befriending people on this island. You can seriously offend someone with the wrong present (like the time I gave Elliot some milk, that didn't end well). I've been chatting with him for that past couple of days, so he allowed me to come in early.

"Good morning Will." I said as I entered.

"I bid you a fair morning. You are truly a sight to behold Chelsea."

He always said stuff like this. I'd probably feel slightly flattered if he didn't say this kind of to everyone. "Say Will, just curious, what do you like about these islands? You seem to enjoy yourself here."

"Ah, these islands bustle with activity! It charms me to no end. Their people are all so friendly, well except for that one guy..."

"You must mean Vaughn. Don't worry too much about him, he hates everyone."

Will smiled. He had such a glowing, innocent smile. Then he kept talking, "oh, and here I thought I had offended him somehow! Anyway, I also love how quiet it can get here. And, everything on these islands is beautiful, that includes the maiden in front of me."

"Err, thanks." I replied. I honestly don't know if he's trying to be nice or if he's actually hitting on me. Either way, I feel slightly uneasy whenever he gets like this.

We chatted idly about whatever crossed his mind. He strikes me as a bit of a simpleton, as every little thing seems to fascinate him. I really just want to give him a present and get out of there.

"...Anyway, I have something for you." I said, trying to speed things up a little.

"Oh? What could it be?"

I dug around in my rucksack for something. In the end, I just grabbed an apple I picked this morning. I was going to eat it for lunch later on, but I didn't know what else to give him based on his vague testimony. "Here, um, this is my first apple of the season."

"What a wonderful gift! I thank you profusely." He said. I assumed he liked it, judging by his overenthusiastic reaction, so I suppose he'll be getting a lot more of those in days to come. He took a single bite and his face lit up, it surprised me. "I must say, it has a lovely mild sweet taste. You've done a good job."

What, has he turned into Pierre? Anyway, more apples are in his future, until I get that sun stone. "Thanks Will. I appreciate the complement. Anyway, I'll leave you to your own devices. See you now." I told him. I didn't want to spend any more time than I needed to with him.

"Farewell, dear Chelsea. I do hope you'll visit me tomorrow."

I pretended not to hear that last bit. So I was off, on my way to the mine. Since I raised Volcano Island, I've been mining every day. The gems I find there are worth falling down holes and dodging lava for.

I approached Kirk, who always seemed to be sitting in his boat waiting for someone to get in. He doesn't do much, but it's ok. I'm glad he's always there to answer to my demands.

So I was off. Kirk's boat was pretty fast. It only took a few minutes to get somewhere. I should arrive in three... two... one...

"Thanks Kirk." I said as I disembarked. He offered a friendly nod in response. I took off for the mine, hammer in hand. For some reason, I felt that today would be a good day.

-After a few hours of digging-

I'm just about ready to call it quits. Maybe I'll go down another level and clean that out. Yes, I think I'll go with that. Let me just find the stairs and, wait, I hear someone falling. I suppose one of the miners had stepped on a pitfall.

Whoever it was fell at the far side of the floor. I carefully crept over to see if they were okay.

To my dismay, it was Will.

He was lying in a pile of rubble. I could hear him making scared whimpering noises, which I would normally find hilarious, but right now I felt concerned. That wimp could have broken something.

"Will. Hey! Can you hear me?"

"Oh. Who are you?" He said, in a pathetic cowering tone. I felt really bad for him.

"This is Chelsea. Are you ok? Can you move at all?"

"Chelsea? My dear, have you fallen here too?" He said as he turned over to look at me. His expression showed concern, even though he was clearly in worse condition.

"No, I came down here using the stairs. Will, listen, can you stand?"

I watched him heave and groan as he attempted to stand. Eventually he gave up, muttering, "I cannot. Oh, what am I to do?"

"Calm down. You can move, so I guess I could carry you. You didn't hurt your spine did you?"

"I'm not sure."

Great. I should probably take him out anyway. If he ends up paralysed from this I skip town and go into a life of hiding. It won't be so bad. "I'm going to carry you out Will. On the count of three, I'm going to lift you. If you feel any pain, tell me immediately okay?"

"You say you're going to lift me my lady?"

"That's the plan. Ready? One... two... Three." And I lifted him bridal style, he let out a startled gasp. His small frame and shocking lack of muscle tone made him light, like a girl. I would be able to make the trip home easily.

I started climbing the stairs, whimpering Will in hand. I was only down about fifteen floors so I'm sure we'd both be fine. "Does it hurt anywhere Will?" I ask.

"I- do not feel any pain right now. I appreciate your concern."

We continue to ascend in relative silence. I suppose I emasculated him, but what can you do? Oh, I can see the light of day. We're finally out! YES!

Sadly, I am greeted by Lily. She seems delighted to see Will, and not at all interested in me. Oh well.

"Thank goodness!" She flourished in an elated stupor. "Will, I thought I lost you! I ran up and called for help, but I'm so relieved to see you safe!" And she hugged him with as much affection as a gold digger with her eye on a rich boy could. My heart is melting here.

"Lady Lily, I did not mean to worry you so. I had unexpectedly fallen through the floor! Please, do not mar your beautiful face with sorrow."

"Oh Will, I'll be fine if you're safe. You didn't break anything did you?"

"Uh, guys, he's getting kind of heavy." I interjected. "If you wouldn't mind, could you continue chatting after we get him to a doctor?"

They both seemed to realize that I am right. Good thing too, I don't think I can hold him up forever. My arms are straining right now.

So we all climbed aboard Kirk's boat again, and headed off to Verdure Island where doctor Trent is. I laid Will down on the bottom of the boat to give my arms a rest. Lily stayed close to him the whole time, I was surprised by her devotion to gold digging. I wonder if Will is oblivious enough not to notice what she's up to.

When we arrive on Verdure Island Kirk and Lily carry Will to the inn, where Doctor Trent is. I'm just glad to get back. After all, I still have to ship all the stuff I got at the mine.