A/N: Hey guys! First of all, thanks for reading so far. I'm glad you're enjoying it ^^. I just wanted to announce that following chapters might be short, because they show short happenings with Lovino and Tim and how they act in the Animal Crossing world. Main events will of course be longer and maybe in chapters.
(Also, I kinda doubted if I had to upload this chapter, since in the first 2, Lovino didn't swear as much as he will in this one. Since Animal Crossing is also meant for kids and I know that if Lovino swears all the time that it won't write his character.)
So as warning for this chapter: Lovino has a bad mouth.
Today the sun can't shine because of the clouds. No sun meant no happy Lovino but a cranky Lovino. And another fact; he isn't a morning person either. So you might wonder if Lovino can be happy when he sees the face of a villager.
''Lovino?'' Muffy knocked on his tent. ''Yesterday I pointed out that purple was this seasons color, but Goth Lolita Weekly wrote it was-''
''Shut up goddamnit! It's freaking 10:00 AM!''
The answer is no. In fact, all the villagers were shocked to hear Lovino cuss.
''Lovino look look!'' Jeremiah somewhat shoved the perfect apple into Lovino's face. ''These are so yummy and tasty and-''
''Keep that piece of fruit away from me bastard.'' He shoved the fruit back to the other and walked away.
''But I thought you liked food.'' Jeremiah shrugged and ate the fruit since the other didn't want it.
''Oh hey! I've been hearing people talk about you. They're saying you don't speak politely. Really, being polite is the easiest thing in the world. Just say "please" a lot.'' Purrl suggested.
Lovino scoffed. ''Well then Miss, would you ''please'' get out of my freaking way?''
Not only that, but Lovino also discorvered that the villagers didn't even knew some words, so innocent. But what he didn't know was that someone kept a close eye on him.
''Hey Lovino! Can I ask you something?'' Teddy asked the other. ''I've been using the catchphrase 'grooof' for a long time now and think it might be time to chance it. Do you got any suggestions?''
''Try 'you bastard'.''
''So 'you bastard' huh? Hmmmm, sounds cool. I'll try.''
The animal happily walked away and strutted over to Melba upon seeing her. Lovino sniggered when the conversation started.
''Hey Melba! I also have that shirt, you bastard!''
''What? You may be upset that we have the same shirt, but that doesn't mean you have to use that kind of vocabulary! Why, Teddy?'' Melba reacted sad.
''Huh? You mean my new catchphrase, you bastard?''
Melba looked surprised. ''Is that your new catchphrase?!''
''It is. I thought the old one was boring so it was time for a new one. You don't like it, you bastard?''
''Teddy, you can hurt someone's feelings if you say such kind of things.''
Lovino had placed his hands in front of his mouth to keep his smile hidden when Teddy walked towards him.
''Hey Lovino! Did you just gave me an awful word, you bastard?''
''Did I say that? No, I said 'you jerk'.'' Lovino tried to say it like it was the most normal thing in the world with a serious look on his face. Luckily the other bought it.
''Oh, then it's me who misheard it. Thanks, you jerk!''
Teddy turned around to chat with Melba again.
''Sorry Melba, I misheard it, but everything is alright now. Think you can forgive me, you jerk?''
''Teddy! That's not even better! It's still offending!''
''What?! Why is this happening? All I want is a new catchphrase, you jerk!'' Teddy sweated nervously.
In the distance you could hear Lovino laugh out loud.
'Aaah, it's nice to mess with these guys for a while. So innocent, I bet that some don't even know how to swear.' He thought as he wiped the tears away from his eyes.
''Is something funny?'' Lovino jumped at the sudden voice. Quickly he turned around to see a not so amused Tim standing in front of him. Well, he looks not amused all the time, but this time it really looked like he was a teacher who just busted one of his students playing a prank on others, which was kind of the case right now.
''Even if it was funny, someone like you who is stoic 24/7 won't get it.''
''If you're talking about humor than I definitely do know what its like, but whats going on right now is surely not funny.''
''Well people have different kinds of humor, so leave me be and let me enjoy mine.'' He walked away and scoffed. ''Tsk, bastard.''
Before he knew it, strong hands grip tight around his shoulders, making him face Tim again. ''Watch. Your. Language.'' Uhoh, this might not end well. Tim really looks angry right now and Lovino was frantically looking for a way to escape, but the grip was too strong.
''I've been searching for you after I heard from Isabelle that some villagers have complained about your behaviour and mostly your language. I know you might think that some villagers are boring, weird or stupid, but that doesn't mean you have to use words they don't want to hear because it might be hurtful or offensive.''
''Hey, it's not like I swear or say those kind of words all the time!''
''That may be so, but you're using them an awful lot lately. I'm asking you, would you please drop this bad habit?''
''Honestly, I came out to have a good time but I'm feeling so attacked right now.''
''Same goes for the villagers right now.'' Tim tightened his grip.
''Geez, alright! I'll try, but I do that all the time! Really, it's like I can't help it sometimes. I've gotten used to it back when-'' He stopped mid-sentence as memories flash before his eyes. He stayed silent after that, avoiding eye contact with Tim.
''Lovino, I know you're a feisty hot-tempered guy, but there are ways to restrain yourself.'' Tim let go of him. ''First of all, it would've been nice if you told us about your bad habit, then at least we were prepared and would've dealt better with the situation. Second, I want to help you, because I know that you want the bad habit to stop.''
That got Lovino's attention. ''Hold on a second to let me laugh. How in the world can you help me?''
''How about setting some rules for yourself. For example, apologize every time it happens or find a way to cool down whenever you have the urge to say bad words.''
''Yeah, that's definitely going to work on the first try.''
''Alright, then every time you are in a fit you come to me and let it all out.''
''You let me freely swear at you?'' He asked in disbelieve.
''No.'' Tim deadpanned. ''100 Bells for each time you swear and I will correct you of course.''
Later on Lovino apologized to the villagers. They easily forgave him.
''Everyone has a bad habit. Mine is that I have to slurp every time I drink a vanilla milkshake.'' Jeremiah scratched the back of his head and blushed a little bit about admitting his bad habit. Soon his stomach started to growl as he thought about the vanilla goodness and even drooled a little.
''Don't worry, you're a man! We need to be strong to protect the weak, so it's not weird to not wanting to show your weakness to others.'' Teddy fist pumped and gave Lovino a friendly whack on his back.
''No one is perfect.'' Melba said with a honest smile.
''It's alright Lovino. You just fit right in! We all have our quirks and everyone here is a little bit crazy and weird, but we look out for each other. Don't hold things in when something is bothering you. You can tell us when you find something annoying. Of course it can be hurting for the other sometimes, but together we can adjust and find a way to make it pleasant for all of us. We're all neighbours, friends and sometimes even a big family!'' Isabelle smiled, showing her one tooth.
''Thanks everyone.'' Lovino smiled, a little.
''But I also feel guilty. We haven't given Lovino a welcome party.'' Muffy said.
''Yeah! How about we throw one tonight?'' Purrl suggested.
Melba clapped her hands together. ''Yes, sounds great! I'll bake a cake!''
''Yummy, cake!'' Jeremiah jumped up and down happily. ''I still have some snacks and lemonade!''
''I got balloons and decoration!'' Bunnie shouted excitedly. The villagers all started to talk at the same time.
Lovino looked at them, getting a bit touched by the fact they want to throw him a welcome party. ''You guys..'' 'Shit, don't dare to start crying!' Lovino felt a strong, yet comforting, grip on his shoulder. He turned to Tim who had his eyes on the villagers.
''Party will be held in my house.''
Everyone cheered out loud.
On that night, loud chatter and laughing came from the mayor's living room. They ate cake, drew silly faces on balloons and some even did funny dances on the music.
''Uwaa, I want more parties like this!'' Jeremiah said as he took his nth piece of cake. Together with Lovino they sat on the couch against the wall, watching the other villagers partying.
''Did that never happen then?''
''Not in the mayor's house! His place is kinda holy and even now we aren't allowed to go to other rooms. He's a big neat freak, so it's a real wonder he allowed a party here!''
''Oh really?'' Lovino smirked at this new found information. He looked at said neat freak, who was sitting in a big chair on the other side of the room. Tim was just done talking with his secretary, who left her seat to sit next to Bunnie to have a little chat. Lovino took the opportunity to take her seat next to the mayor.
''Enjoying your welcome party?'' Tim asked as the other sat down.
''I can't say I dislike it.''
Tim judged Lovino hard until the young man decided to talk on. ''It's just that.. I never had a party like this before, well not for me.''
The corner of his mouth lifted a little and he nodded his head. ''Better expect more then. The villagers are real party animals.''
''Ahaha,'' Lovino laughed dryly. ''very funny neat freak.''
Tim raised one brow. ''Neat freak?''
''Yes, neat freak!'' He smirked. ''I probably should feel very flattered that my welcome party is held at your house.''
''You should.''
''Aww, am I special to you?'' Lovino acted to see what kind of reaction the other would give.
''Don't push it.'' Tim simply stated. Lovino scoffed and grabbed a balloon from the floor. This one didn't had scribbles on it. That brought him to an idea. Quickly he took a marker from the table and drew a face on the orange balloon.
''Look, your long lost twin.'' He presented the balloon to Tim, who rolled his eyes upon seeing his face drawn on the object. The mayor wanted to take it from the other, but Lovino was quick enough to throw it in the air and hit it to the other side of the room.
''Don't pollute my room more than needed.'' Tim sighed. The other shrugged. ''That balloon will be nothing compared to the mess they make.'' And pop, another party popper opened. Confetti decorated the ground as some villagers picked it up, throwing the colorful paper at each other, starting a confetti fight.
Tim stroke his hand through his hair. ''Yes, it's going to be a long night.''
