MINDSPRING- Whew, that took forever! But I, being the 'math genius' that I am (sarcasm), somehow messed up on how many days I should put in one chapter. Don't ask me how, it just happened. Harrumph. The various length of each day varies as well, as you shall soon notice.
Enjoy, and don't forget to review please!
February 6, 2010
I wonder what Valentine Mario will leave today? As she wondered this to herself, Peach noticed an envelope taped on the outside of her door. She smiled and placed a hand over her heart as it sped up. And there's my answer. What could it be today?
She carefully took it off and sat down on a couch on the edge of the seat. The contents were four slips of paper, all hand written. She read the first one:
A BLUE STAR IN YOUR EYES
Author: Jo'Lene Tover
On the wings of an eagle,
My love for you flies.
Soaring higher and higher,
And touching the skies.
I reached up above,
And pulled a star from the sky.
To place it within,
Your precious minds eye.
To dwell there forever,
As my love for you.
On the wings of our love,
Enduring and true.
I honor you my darling,
With all that I am.
Please darling please,
Will you be my woman?
There are so many things,
My heart wants to say.
I love you sweetheart,
There is no other way.
She quickly read the other three slips of handwritten poems, and then re-read them, once, twice, again and again. Each time she read them, her love for Mario flared and she had to catch her breath. I'm not good enough for this. For him.
Peach pressed the envelope to her chest, closed her eyes, and sighed happily before she went out for the day.
February 7, 2010
Mario took Princess Peach's hand and helped her get across a particularly deep puddle. It was raining that day, and raining hard, but no amount of gloomy weather could have gotten rid of Peach's smile. She had woken up wondering what the next little sweet surprise could be, and as she had been getting ready for the day, Mario had offered to escort her to the Common Villas.
She smiled and twirled her parasol around. When he had shown up, he handed her a small black box. Inside, was a delicate silver necklace with changeable charms, reading:
Mon Amour;
Mon Ange;
Ma Belle;
Ma Bichette; and
Mon Chaton.
She was wearing Mon Amour, 'my love' around her heart, and she laughed with delight when Mario asked if she liked it. For an answer, she lightly kissed his cheek. He grinned and kissed her mouth.
February 8, 2010
As a general rule, everyone in the Villas adored chocolate, be they Smashers, Assist Trophies, or Caretakers, everyone loved the stuff. So when Peach walked into the Dining Villa the next day for lunch, she immediately guessed why Fox, Ike, Kirby, and Pikachu were standing around her seat.
Six red, heart-shaped boxes were sitting on her plate, tied with a red ribbon and two cards- the first one was for Peach, and said: Some sweets for my sweet! Cheesy, yes, but it works, no? She smiled and lifted up the second note. She giggled when she read it: NOT FOR YOU, IKE/PIKACHU/KIRBY/LINK. GET YOUR OWN!
"Thank you, Mario dear! They're wonderful- who wants some?" Peach kissed Mario on the cheek and was nearly stampeded by chocolate lovers.
February 9, 2010
"Close your eyes."
Peach giggled and said, "Alright, fine." After a moment or two she asked sweetly, "May I look?"
Peach and Mario where in the gardens of the Villas, wandering around the expansive lawns and enjoying the bright, sweet day. The rain had finally stopped, and the couple was taking quick advantage of the brilliant sun. Even if the paths were a little muddy.
Mario sighed and said, "I guess you can peek." When she opened her eyes, he was seated next to her on the stone bench, holding seven flowers. She gasped quietly and smiled as he began:
"Peach, I have chosen these seven flowers for you, my love. The first one is an iris. It signifies faith and hope, and purity." He handed her the cream white flower, and continued, "Next, the sunflower, which symbolizes love and esteem. Third, a lilac. Since ancient times, it has been a symbol of beauty and security, like your beauty." Mario handed Peach the flowers.
"A carnation has meant charm, which you have an endless supply of. The orchid represents love and exquisiteness, while the daisy means virtuousness, pureness, and loyalty. Now a gardenia for you, for your never-ending love and peaceful nature. Last, a red rose, which signifies my love for you."
As soon as he had finished, Peach wiped away tear and hugged her knight, being extremely careful not to crush the flowers.
February 10, 2010
Peach opened her eyes and saw the vase filled with the seven different flowers Mario had given her. She smiled brightly and literally hopped out of bed, singing a happy song as she got ready.
It was after lunch when she was called into the kitchens. Kirly, the head chef, needed her help, as her apprentice had suddenly fallen ill. Peach had been wanting to cook for a while now, and gladly agreed to help.
When she walked in the large kitchens, she was greeted by Kirly, a large Scottish woman who almost always had a bright smile on her red face. Kirly directed the princess to a table to prepare a cake for dessert.
As soon as she reached the table, Peach stopped, put her hands on her hips, and turned with a smile to face Kirly. "Now, Kirly dear, whatever are these?" She asked, holding up a platter of eight heart shaped chocolate cookies.
Kirly shrugged, a devious smile on her face, and continued to work without a word.
Peach set the platter down and noticed the note next to it: For Peach (I bet you didn't this one coming!) Love, Mario.
She took a cookie, kissed it lightly, and started to work on the chocolate cake.
