A/N: You'll never guess whose back! Me, that's who! Haha, thank you HikariChan~ for reviewing! Only review I received and all you guys out there better make it up to me if you want this story to continue!! So, read and review guys! Enjoy~
I was out of breath by the time I reached Hikari's house, having had to sprint for at least have the time. Though even so, I still managed to be late by about fifteen minutes. Grea-at… Sighing, I brushed my bangs back with my hand, standing only a small ways from the field of plants, colours of all sorts scattered around.
"Hikari?" I called, the wind carrying my voice farther then it would have usually come out. As if on cue, the farmer stepped out of a mass of plants, dirt smeared on her face. A small snicker rose to my mouth as I walked over to her.
"About time," she grinned, shaking her head slightly. "One of these days, I'm gonna march over to the Inn and wake you up at five A.M. just so you can get here on time," she laughed.
A small, slightly meek smile rose to my lips before I chuckled. "Please. Don't. Sleep equals happy Arina," I laughed, nodding slightly as I spoke, only getting a sigh and small smile from the girl in front of me.
"Whatever. Just follow me already," she grinned, motioning me towards two building beside the house, which I assumed were the coop and barn.
Okay, let's just say I never want to do that again. Just from petting the horse, I have two bruises on my stomach from being kicked, and one on my ass from falling down. That's just what happened with the horse. I think the chickens were the worst of the animals… Demons, I swear, those things are demons!
Sighing, I walked out of the demon cages (Chicken Coop), straw in my hair, clothes and mouth. Corn showered her figure, a look that showed she obviously was not impressed.
Well, even though I wasn't the "happiest camper", Hikari sure got a laugh out of it. Great. Something I would probably never live down. "Oh, it looks like you had fun with my animals hmm?" she laughed, the sound chiming through the air.
She stopped abruptly as she saw my look of annoyance. Though, a grin stayed plastered on her lips as if she was a Barbie doll.
"I suggest you wipe that smart-ass smile before I get rid of it for you," I threatened, a grin on my own lips now. I could see Hikari's face pale before she realized I was only joking around, gaining her little grin once more.
"Aww, you're no fun…" she pouted, but laughed a little. "Okay, go put those eggs and silk in the shipment box over there, then come inside. I'll go start lunch."
Shrugging, I nodded; walking over to the box which I assumed was what she was talking about. Opening it, I blinked, wondering how the hell she fit so many things in such a small box. Already inside were mushrooms, both common and the white kind, toadstools, herbs of multiple colours, tomatoes, corn, oranges, cherries, apple, a bundle of flowers, and a variety of berries. I stuffed the eggs inside, rearranging some things so they fit before walking over to the large building which Hikari disappeared in earlier.
"Hey Hikari," I started, swallowing a mouthful of a peanut butter and jam sandwich. "What happened with you and Wizard? In the past I mean. He said that you two used to be quite close," I said, explaining why I was asking before she questioned about that to try and get off topic.
The brunette coughed, choking on the eggs she had been eating. Quickly, she took a swig of milk from her glass to drown the food, taking a moment to regain her breathe. "I thought I told you not to get friendly with him!" she exclaimed, slamming her hands on the table as she stood and loomed over my small figure.
Blinking with confusion written all over my face, I opened my mouth to say something, having trouble grasping words. "Why can't I get friendly with him? All this time, there's been a tension between you two, as if something tragic happened or something…" Her eye twitched. Bulls-eye. "Spill. I have the right to know."
"I don't see why you have the right to know…"
"I'm his friend. I'm your friend. That should mean something right?"
Glaring slightly, she plopped backwards, crossing her arms in an annoyed manner. "Fine. But you better not repeat this. To anyone. Not even a cat."
"Cross my heart and hope to die," I said simply. It was my way of saying "I promise not to tell a soul".
Sighing, she closed her eyes, rubbing her temples. "Long story short, we were once lovers… Sort of. We were close with one another, very close. Many people wondered why we wouldn't officially get together. Then, on the day he revealed his true name, he revealed everything. It was as if just learning his name let me touch his mind and memories. I saw stuff in my head then. Things I never dreamed of. Death, War, Killing… Sure, I saw good in his memories but… I couldn't look at him the same after. Not after I found out his biggest and most guarded secret..." she trailed off, her eyes looking hollow as she stared at the wood of the table.
"Is that it…?" I questioned, biting back my lip. I only received a nod.
"Arina. Don't fall in love with him. It will only bring you pain…" she mumbled as she forced the words out.
We finished lunch in silence, and I left towards town straight after.
A/N: Short, I know, deal with itxD I didn't get any reviews except from Hikari-chan, so I'm using that as my excuse. Now you guys, is there a scene you want to read between Hikari, Wizard or Arina? Send me a review and tell me! No updates until I get at least three reviews!! Hiss! … *cough* ANYWAYS. See ya guys next time!!