Of Arabians and Friesian Appaloosas

by Symphonic Fantasia

Bob has always loved Gwen. She was his life and his sunshine. His day wasn't the same if he couldn't see her smile. Ever since they were kids it has been this way and Bob wouldn't trade it for the world. And the descendant through their relationship was never an easy one. HarvestMoonAddict/Regardless1604's Rival Couples Challenge.

26. Worn

Disclaimer: I don't own the characters you see in here. Just the plot. Based on HarvestMoonAddict/Regardless1604's Rival Couples Theme Challenge.

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"Bob? Are you alright...?"

Bob smiled at Gwen. She had walked into the shop without his notice. Since it was Tuesday, the carpentry shop was closed. Normally, she would go and tend to the horses as soon as she arrive. Instead, she was here. "I'm fine. Don't worry." He leaned on the counter, resting his forearms on the hard surface. "How are you today?"

Her eyes narrowed at him. "Don't give me that. You don't look okay. Like you're worn out or something."

There was no use hiding it from Gwen. She could read him almost as easily as he could read her. He was worn out from work, but more importantly from her. This relationship they had wasn't enough for him and it was brittle. He couldn't continue to pursue her if he didn't want to lose her.

Who wouldn't be worn out from it?