Here is yet another chapter, enjoy.

After a little while longer Foaly left saying," I must prepare myself for Saturday by being pampered by professional masseuses, not bullied by mudboys and elves!"

On the way back to the dining room Artemis tapped his friend's back. Holly turned around to face him. Because of her "police interrogator skills" she picked up on his nervousness.

"Well Holly," Artemis nervously cleared his throat," I was wondering if you wanted to… adjourn outside in the garden?" The last part of his request was rushed, almost as if he had changed what he was about to say at the last minute…

"Sure Artemis," Holly answered, her brow slightly creased from thinking.

Artemis led Holly outside the house (if Fowl Manor can be considered merely a house) and brought her to a portion of the yard that she had never seen before.

They were at the edge of his property directly on the ocean. The late morning sun shone off the mist that originated within the deep blue world. The waves crashing into rocks below them created a music all their own. Holly tore her eyes off the awe inspiring view when she caught the whiff of roses. Looking around her she noticed how beautiful the surroundings were.

Fragrant lilies, vibrant forget-me-not's, perfect roses, and many flowers that Holly couldn't name were scattered around the seaside garden.

"It's mothe-mom's garden."

Holly face snapped around at the sound of his voice. His gaze traveled from the oasis before him to settle on her face.

"Arty, it's beautiful!" Holly exclaimed quietly.

After a slight pause and a deep breath on his part, Artemis said," Miss Holly Short, will you do me the honor," Holly's eyebrows raised," of accompanying me to Foaly's award ceremony, as my date?"

Holly's eyebrows returned form orbit and a smile that was big enough to fit on a troll (if a troll was so inclined to grin) filled her face. "Yes! I mean, sure, I wouldn't mind if I was your… date," Holly sighed in pleasure at the word.

Artemis nearly fainted with relief at her answer.

So there is another chapter. The next chapter is much, much, MUCH longer and the main plot line will begin.

shadowboy8456- Humor is good.

Juliegirl22- That's what I was thinking. Thank you for getting the robot's name, more Star Wars references are coming. Is that good or bad? *shrugs*

shin obin- Well then… : P

anon- Thanks for the compliments, more chapters are coming very soon.

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