Just the way you are...

Authors Note:

Just a little authors note, this is Natalie's dress. I don't think I'd describe it well enough... . ?browseToken=%2fb%2f1656%2fo%2f5

I don't own the dress or the site but it is pretty so there you go. And in my world of Harvest Moon, Natalie's hair is medium length, so yeah. On with the chapter! (And it thinks it should say an herb, some people might pronounce it 'erb' so therefore it probably would be an, but I pronounce it herb. So yeah... Ok, I'll let you read!)

Luke's POV

I sat in the cafe, waiting for Natalie to arrive. I hadn't made too much of an effort with my clothes because I hadn't got any really. But Chelsea had insisted on helping me with my hair, she brushed it into its normal style and fixed my bandana into place. And she had bought me some deodorant to put on. Haila came over to me, asking whether I was ready to order or not so I just began to shake my head. I stopped myself though as the little bell rang alerting us that someone had arrived. I gazed in awe at Natalie as she came in; she was wearing the most beautiful dress in white that emphasised her pink hair, which was surprisingly down. She normally tucked it into a low, miniature bun or a low ponytail but wearing it down made her look gorgeous.

"H-hey Nat," I stammered.

"Hi..." She mumbled. We both were obviously nervous.

"What would you like then?" I said, my voice becoming more confident, as we sat down.

"Ummm, could I have, battered chicken with melted cheese, chips, salad and a vodka coke, please?" Natalie scanned the menu then told Haila what she wanted, so Haila nodded then turned to me.

"I'll have a herb fish with chips, salad and a beer, please." I ordered my food and drink.

"So you done anything cool lately?" Natalie questioned.

"I chopped a really stubborn branch yesterday. It just didn't want to break... Sorry if this bores you. So you wanna get to know each other? Let's start with your favourite colour!"

"Ok my fave colour is green, yours?"

"Blue, I guess it's because that's the colour of my hair. My dad has blue hair too... I wonder how the old man is doing..."

Natalie smiled; she seemed content with listening to me blabber on.

"Why don't you go home and see him?" She questioned.

"If this relationship works out, I'll take you with me and we'll have dinner and whatever..." I blushed at myself for thinking on so far, she might not even enjoy this date.

"Sounds good, my question now! Where did you have your first kiss?"

My cheeks deepened into that bright crimson colour again, "I- I," I breathed deep, and then looked down in embarrassment. "I've never been kissed by a girl..." I mumbled.

"Haha, oh I'm sorry... Maybe I'll help you with that problem... I kissed a boy by accident playing footie! I fell on him and my face went into his!" Natalie laughed at herself.

"Lol!" I laughed.

Our food was brought out to our table and Haila lit a candle. Natalie blushed; she looked so cute when she blushed...

"You know you look so cute when you blush," I hissed, trying to make my voice sexy.

She blushed again, then tried to pretend to be mad, "No I don't! J-just be quiet!"

I laughed, "Awww, you're even cuter when you're mad!"

She picked up her fork and knife then cut a piece of chicken with melted cheese on it and popped it into her mouth. I cut up my herb fish and tasted it.

"Gis a piece of yours!" Natalie took my fork which I was about to put in my mouth and put it in hers. "Mmmm, nice!"

I grabbed her fork whilst she took another piece of fish, I bit into the chicken. It was moist, succulent and delicious. I really ought to compliment Haila on her cooking.

"Haila's really good at cooking, I'm gonna ask her for lessons!"

"Seriously?" Natalie questioned.

"Seriously! Hey, do you wanna carve on my special axe?"

"Okay, what shall we carve on it?"

"Ummm, not sure..." I knew exactly what I wanted to carve on it : Natalie... "How about your name so it's always with me..." I mumbled.

"What if we break up though, then it will have ruined your special axe..."
"We won't break up." I said confidently.

Natalie smiled, "I want your name on it as well then."

"Okay!" I laughed.

I took out my special axe and carving tools once I had finished my meal and gave some to Natalie as she sipped her drink. I took a swig of my beer, remembering the day before when I had asked her out. I'm so glad I actually got the confidence to ask her out, I had said some flirty comments but this was the next step. I began carving an N and Nat started with an L.

"Nat or Natalie?"

"Nat, Luke or Lukey?"

"Luke," I laughed.

This took us around two hours to finish, we didn't stay in the cafe though as it was closing soon so we went back to Chelsea's house. Chelsea was just singing and cleaning and stealing quick glances at me and Nat. She gave us a bottle of wine and finally left us alone whilst she went to clean the bathroom. Me and Nat just talked to each other and told things about each other. Then we went to the beach and sat in a comfortable silence, looking at the ocean highlighted by the shining moon. I then walked her home and gave her a peck on the cheek; Natalie held my chin and gently kissed me on my lips. Her lips were smooth and soft whereas mine were rough and chapped. Natalie smiled as we broke away then she rushed inside. I walked back to Chelsea's house and slept on the sofa feeling good and excited to see Natalie tomorrow.

Authors Note:

That was exciting to write, what should happen next chapter with the two? Lukey and Natty are so cute together! Who is your favourite couple? Maybe a Vaughn POV next time or a Sabrina one... Or Chelsea... So many people to decide from... Okay see you guys later, I will try to write quickly and update soon. I'm gonna try and update at least once a week but sometimes I get a bad case of writers block and lose interest... Sorry bye!