Chapter Ten: At Timmy's Condo

Over time, the condo was rebuilt for all eight of its residents. Riven got a TV in his room so he could watch his wresting in the morning, and Tecna and Flora become close friends. Flora was very supportive whenever Tecna got homesick, as did Timmy as well. Timmy's feeling of admiration for Tecna grew over time, but he still couldn't describe what it was. She was so pretty, he though, no, more than pretty, beautiful! But who was he kidding, he was out of her league, she was the most valuable fairy in Zenith, he couldn't be worthy of her presence, yet there she was, living with him only for protection. Though, what if he couldn't protect her, she didn't even know who was after her, and he was surprised no one had accidentally told her about her whole life yet. Brandon was in his room, borrowing something, when he noticed Timmy staring at the ceiling.

"Hey," he began, sitting down on the bed beside his friend, "What are you thinking about?"

"Tecna." Timmy began, "She's the most valuable fairy in Zenith, I'm not worthy enough for her."

"It's not about being worthy, it's about fate. That glow that led you to her had to be fate, you where meant to rescue her." Brandon told him.

"Brandon, this isn't some fairytale where everything just falls into place, this is real life. And rather I like it or not, me and Tecna… it's not going to happen." Timmy sighed.

"Timmy, how else do you explain the glow that brought you to her?" Brandon asked.

"It was her powers sensing my presence and telling me she needed help." Timmy replied, trying to think of a logical explanation.

"No wonder you can't get a date. You think too logically." Brandon laughed.

"It's the way I am, it's how I always think." Timmy sighed.

"Well, one day you'll forget all logical thinking, just for someone you'll love… or having a crush on." Brandon teased.

"A crush, I could be have a crush on Tecna?" Timmy asked, then Tecna walked by his door, minding her own business. Timmy thought for a minute, was he really crushing on the most valuable fairy in Zenith?

"That's what it's called." Brandon continued to tease him, he knew Timmy had no idea what a crush was, or how to talk to girls, he usually said the wrong thing and made a fool out of himself, and Brandon knew he didn't want to do it around Tecna.

"Brandon, I… don't wonna mess this up, l don't want Tecna to hate me." Timmy begged, he knew Brandon, Helia and Sky were the real ladies' men of the group, so he needed their help.

"Well, Flora told me that you said Tecna was stunning, that's a good start." Brandon replied.

"Good, I haven't screwed up yet." Timmy sighed.

"You barely know this girl, talk to her, learn about her interests, get her interested in you." Brandon advised him, "She's a technology fairy, finding common interests should be a piece of cake."

"I don't knew Brandon, what if I say something totally random and embarrass myself, or worse, I embarrass her?" Timmy asked.

"Tell her a joke so the embarrassment seems like nothing, she'll love it if you've got a good sense of humour." Brandon told him.

"Okay." Timmy sighed, he was going to try, but he hoped that he wouldn't blow it.

Meanwhile, Flora was teaching Tecna how to use things that weren't electronic, and Tecna was surprised that these things even existed.

"Alright sweetie, this is a broom." Flora said as she handed it to Tecna.

"Is there a manual for this?" Tecna asked.

"Don't be silly, you don't need a manual, it's easy to use." Flora giggled.

"Okay… um… ah ha!" after a minute of thought, Tecna reached for a picture with the broom to try and dust it, unfortunately for her, it crashed by her feet, "Oops, sorry Flora."

"It's okay sweetie, you're just beginning to use non-technological things, it'll be hard for a while, but we'll teach you." Flora assured her. Then she got the dust pan and swept the glass and frame pieces into a pile, then she handed it to Tecna.

"You see how I did it, try it that way." Flora smiled warmly.

"Okay." Tecna sighed, then swept the pile of pieces onto the dust pan and carried it carefully to the garbage.

"That was terrific, sweetie." Flora encouraged her, and Tecna smiled with pride. The two girls went outside to water Flora's garden.

"Now that you know how to use a broom, you can use a watering can." Flora replied, "Just pour the water from the spout."

"It's kind of heavy." Tecna grunted, trying to lift the jug of water to where Flora was standing. She lifted it, and as she started to pour the water, her hands slipped and the water spilled everywhere. Then, both Tecna and Flora began laughing uncontrollably.

"It's alright." Flora giggled after catching her breath from laughter, "It just takes practice."

"I think I'll dry off before practicing again." Tecna laughed. Then she went inside to change into dry clothes while Flora continued to water the garden.

Tecna sat down on the living room coach, she thought she was better off at home, but then she wouldn't have nice people looking after her. Timmy happened to walk in the room with Brandon, and Brandon thought it was the perfect opportunity for Timmy to try and talk to her. Timmy sat down next to Tecna, while Brandon went into the kitchen to make a sandwich.

"So… Tecna, how was your day?" Timmy asked nervously.

"Alright, I just can't get the hang of these non-technological devices." Tecna sighed.

"Well, they're only to make Flora feel more at home, she's from a realm where technology is forbidden." Timmy explained, "She and Helia aren't very fond of technology."

"You're a very nice person to adjust to this for your friends." Tecna replied.

"Thanks." Timmy answered, then there was an awkward silence, "You know, I could teach you how to use some of these things."

"What if I mess up? I don't want to mess up." Tecna asked.

"Me too, I don't want to mess up while I'm talking to you, but I'm trying so hard not to." Timmy chuckled awkwardly.

"What do you mean?" Tecna asked him curiously.

"I never really got used to talking to girls, and you… well you're just so beautiful." he said, unaware of himself, then when he knew he'd said too much, he covered his mouth and blushed a little.

"I am?" Tecna asked, looking at him sweetly, "You're not lying to me, are you?"

"No, never, I just thought you would think I was coming on too strong." Timmy admitted.

"No, I like a complement." Tecna smiled, then out of nowhere after a few more awkward minutes of silence, Timmy said something that was very random, like he feared he would.

"I collect spare wires." he admitted out loud, then mentally kicked himself for being so forward, he might as well have blown it already.

"You're funny Timmy." Tecna smiled, "Why do you collect them?"

"Well, you never know when you might need a spare wire." Timmy chuckled, she didn't think he was being weird at all.

"You're so resourceful." Tecna smiled at him, and he smiled back. From the kitchen door, Brandon gave him a thumbs up.

Over time, Timmy helped Flora teach Tecna more about how to use non-technological devices, and pretty soon Tecna was able to help Flora around the house. As for Timmy's 'crush', it became more than just that, he actually became friends with Tecna. He showed her his wire collection, and she could find great uses for all of them. He also found out that she was great at inventing things. Some nights, when Tecna became just the slightest bit homesick, he would talk to her, and make her some warm milk to help her fall back to sleep. Tecna thought Timmy was a very sweet man, and he would try anything to make her smiled, and it was definitely true. However, there had to be a way for Timmy to find out if he actually 'loved' Tecna.