Hi everyone and happy Superbowl! I already got a few reviews for this story, so I decided to give you guys another chapter! Woot!
Also, I just realized that the title of my last chapter is a song from The King and I... hehe
I don't own Harvest Moon (as usual)
Chapter 2
I whistled to myself as I went up to the Garmon Mines, being in a surprisingly good mood. I'd made a lot of money yesterday and was starting to feel like this farming job would pay off.
I'd already taken care of my farm, gone fishing and talked with my friends over in Flute Fields. Even though it was getting late, I wanted to squeeze in a little time at the mines so I could get a little extra cash. As I walked towards the mines, I could see three guys sitting out the blacksmith's.
I recognized the huge one as Owen, who, despite his terrifying size, was quite nice. Next to him was Luke, who was just a big sweetie. And the last of them was Julius, whose sexuality I'd been questioning since I'd arrived.
"Hey, gorgeous!" he called, "Watcha doing?"
I rolled my eyes in annoyance.
"Going to the mines," I called back.
"Want some help?" Owen offered, "It's kinda dangerous in there, Molly."
I smiled and shook my head.
"Thanks, Owen, but I'll be okay?"
"Molly, he's right!" Luke said, "It's pretty dangerous! One time I was in there, minding my own business, when bam! I fall straight through this pitfall! I was like 'Damn!' I had to stay in the hospital for a week!"
That was enough to get me to stop walking. Pitfalls? And Luke was in the hospital for a week? That was a long time considering how healthy he was. What about me? I was so small and I wasn't very strong. Damn it.
"Well, maybe another time," I sighed, "How about it, Owen? Mind if I mine with you tomorrow?"
"Sure thing, Molly. Luke, wanna come?"
"Hell yeah!"
He pumped his fist in the air, Julius scoffing at the sight. Just then, Ramsey called Owen in, who had to oblige. Luke and Julius followed after him, though why I didn't know. Now was the time! I darted into the mines, ignoring Luke's warning. I could handle myself, right?
After two hours in the mine, I thought I was going to die. I hadn't found anything; I'd just been running around helplessly in the dark. It was one of the worst experiences of my life! When I finally managed to get out of there, it was pitch black, the only light coming from the moon and stars. I panted for air, bending down and putting my hands on my knees.
"They warned you not to go in there."
I jumped and would've screamed if I'd had enough oxygen to do so. Julius stood not too far from me, smirking devilishly. Oh. It was just him.
"Whatever," I grunted, "What are you doing out here anyways?"
"Just making sure that a delicate flower like yourself was okay."
Alright… that was a little creepy.
"Well, I'm fine," I said.
"Are you sure? You look kinda pale. Maybe you should lie down so I can check you out."
"What?"
He raised his brow flirtatiously.
"You heard me."
I gulped and backed up nervously. Julius had always been kind of creepy to me, but this was a first. As I backed away he followed, shaking his head with disappointment.
"Come on," he said, "I'm a fun guy! Come over to my place and I'll prove it!"
I gasped, suddenly tripping over something and falling backwards. I thought I'd land on the ground, but instead I fell into something. Something that started moving. Really fast. I sat up and realized that I was in a mine cart. With Julius.
"So we're gonna do it in a mine cart?" he asked, "Okay!"
I cried out and smacked him, wriggling as far away from him as I could. The cart soon stop and I leapt out of it, Julius still in a daze. I was at the bottom of the hill the church was on, so it was a long trek to my house. But I had to get away from Julius. I sprinted up the hill, gasping for air. Just when I thought I was home free, I bumped into someone, falling on my butt. Again. Geez!
I looked up to see who I'd run into. Whoever it was, they were really tall and I couldn't see their face. I assumed it was a man by his height and lack of curves. He had a cloak that looked to be dark purple, the hood pulled up. I'd never seen him before.
"I'm sorry!" I gasped, "It's just there's this guy after me and I –"
Without saying a word, the man offered a hand. I took it without hesitating. His hand was cold, but surprisingly soft. He helped me to my feet, which made me realize he was even taller than I thought. He towered over me.
Just then, Julius came running up the hill, his face red with anger.
"You!" he screamed, "How dare you slap me!"
I just cowered against the mysterious figure, who stiffened.
"She's none of… your concern," the figure said in a whispery voice, "Go home…"
Julius raised a brow and turned his nose up.
"I don't know who you are, but you don't tell me what to do!" he said defiantly.
"Leave… or suffer… the consequences… Julius."
The fact that this guy knew his name freaked Julius out a bit, so he cast me a bitter glance before running past me and down the hill towards Harmonica Town.
"Are you… alright?"
I turned to look at the person who'd saved me from Julius' clutches. I still couldn't see his face, but I did see a few strands of grayish hair poking out from under the hood.
"I'm f-fine," I muttered, "Um… who are you?"
"No one… I'm glad that… I could help you… Goodnight, Molly."
"Wait! How do you know my name?"
Unfortunately, I blinked and he was gone.
Ugh, I feel like I'm rushing this... But I love Gale so much that I just had to put him in ASAP! I have to say that he's my second favorite bachelor after Luke (who is mine, I tell you!) Except for the fact that he talks with so many freaking pauses! I get sick of the "..." thing after a while... Anyway, hope you liked it! Please review!
