Author's note: Thank you so much for reading! I've loved RF4 for many years, so happy with Special so far, I just had to start a fic. If you want me to keep writing, let me know! I had fun writing it, and I hope you will all stick around to see (y/n)'s reaction~~
"The Dating Game"- Chapter 1
The boys of Selphia were having their annual sleepover party. It started at the request of Arthur, after learning that the girls were having their own parties.
"It's just not fair! They probably have so much fun at theirs, why can't we do the same?" Arthur suggested at the buddy battle. The boys were standing together after it had just been announced that (y/n) won. It wasn't exactly fair, since she had tamed incredible beasts. The perks of being an earthmate...
"I can think of one reason." Dylas said, shooting a look at Doug.
"Okay, you two lovebirds need to break it up. I think it's a wonderful idea." Leon said.
"I'm sure that would be fine." Kiel said. But, he was staring at (y/n). He knew something that the boys hadn't caught on to yet. He looked at her longingly while she giggled with his sister, Forte, and Dolce.
"Agreed! How about tomorrow night?" Vishnal said excitedly.
"Tomorrow night it is." Arthur smiled.
Arthur and Dylas walked home together from the festival chatting about their plans. "I don't think it's a good idea... but I can cook us some snacks." Dylas suggested.
"Sounds wonderful!" Arthur beamed.
The next day went by rather quickly. It seemed like no time at all had passed before the sun went down. Arthur hurried upstairs from his office, quickly cleaning up and preparing for the night. The boys rolled in, Vishnal coming in an hour early, Kiel a little after that, then Dylas, then Doug (who upon arriving scoffed and took the spot furthest from Dylas), and finally Leon strolled in about an hour late.
"Hi boys." Leon stretched out his arms.
"You're late." Doug glowered.
"Oh? Am I late? Or are you all early?" Leon laughed.
"Did I get the time wrong?" Kiel asked Arthur, concern in his young face.
"No, Leon is joking." Arthur explained.
"You have to stop taking him so seriously." Doug said.
"Did I hear something? It seems there was a breeze about three feet below me." Leon said.
"I am NOT that short! Screw you guys, I'm leaving!" Doug said, pulling his sleeping bag off the ground.
"Doug, please. Don't leave! It's a man's sleepover! If you leave, we'll be off balance!" Vishnal said.
"Yeah, don't be a baby." Dylas said.
"I am SO NOT a baby." Doug said, setting his sleeping bag back down. After that initial argument, things starting going a lot smoother. Pretty soon the boys were laughing at Leon telling stories from his childhood.
"But did you have a girlfriend back then?" Vishnal asked eagerly. Leon got very quiet.
"Excuse me for pressing, but I was also curious." Arthur said.
"No. I didn't. Haven't been interested in anyone... Well, until lately." Leon smirked.
"Who is it?" Kiel asked, but he felt like he already knew the answer.
"Like I'm telling you guys, with your big mouths." Leon said.
"Well, truth be told, I am interested in someone too. Why don't we say it at the same time, then?" Arthur offered.
"Only if everyone does it." Leon said, glancing at Dylas and then Doug.
"NO WAY" Dylas and Doug said in unison.
"Boys, PLEASE! I think it would be a bonding experience between us all!" Vishnal encouraged.
"Only if you shut up after." Dylas caved.
"Okay, is everyone ready?" Arthur asked.
"Yes." Everyone said.
"On 3." Said Leon, "1... 2... 3..."
"(y/n)" Everyone's voice echoed. The boys all glanced at each other. Everyone was wearing the same look of surprise except Kiel.
"You've got to be joking." Doug scratched the back of his head. "No way I have a shot against you guys."
"Really, this must have been a joke that someone set up. Leon?" Arthur asked.
"I'm just as surprised as you." Leon said.
"I'm not." Kiel sighed. "I've been studying love, and from what I can tell by the way you guys talk about (y/n), it must be."
"So.. what do we do?" Dylas asked.
"It's a gentleman's duty to protect his love! I am friends with you all, but I won't let you harm her!" Vishnal declared.
"And who said anything about harming her!?" Dylas yelled.
"Boys! Settle down." Leon said.
"I think I read a solution in my book." Kiel said. The boys all listened up. "We all have one opportunity to take (y/n) on an incredible date. Then at the end, she picks who she loves back."
"Yeah right! I don't think she would even agree to going on a date with me." Doug said.
"In that case..." Leon said, smiling mischievously, "Why don't we see who can make her fall in love with them first?"
"Is that ethical?" Arthur asked.
"I say so." Kiel shrugged.
"Only if everyone's willing." Dylas sighed.
"I will fight for the woman I love! I'm IN!" Vishnal said.
"Oh, great. I guess I'm in, too." Doug said.
"Well then... Let's come up with some ground rules." Leon said.
DATING GAME RULES
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Rule 1: Whoever (y/n) chooses in one years time who she likes the most. The other men must respect that decision.
Rule 2: You may give (y/n) one gift per week, and talk to (y/n) every day.
Rule 3: NO ONE is allowed to know about the dating game except for those involved
Rule 4: NO ONE is allowed to tell (y/n) about the rules
Rule 5: You must be on at least decent behavior so the citizens of Selphia don't ever notice anything strange
Rule 6: If you notice someone catching on to your actions, refrain from talking to (y\n) for 3 days until the suspicion is off
"Well, I think we haven't exhausted every possible rule." Arthur sighed.
"The sun is starting to come up... wow, we've been at it all night." Dylas said.
"How about one more rule?" Kiel suggested. "How about we meet back here, once every week to track progress? And to see if we need more rules or clarifications."
"Seems a little unnecessary, but it'll be fun to see how hard I'm winning" Leon smiled.
"Alright, that will be the last rule for today. I really cannot shake the feeling that this is somehow immoral, but the game is on." Arthur said, scribbling down the last rule.
Rule 7: Meet back here once a week to discuss and adjust or clarify rules
"Let the game begin, boys." Leon said, grabbing his sleeping back and jumping up. The boys all watched him for a second, and then Vishnal scrambled to follow.
"Oh crap, they're racing to say good morning to (y/n)! I've got to beat them!" Doug said, running after them.
No doubt about it, (y/n)'s life was about to become way more exciting.
"The Dating Game"- Chapter 1 Bonus Scene
"I don't know." (y/n) said. She was sitting on the beach watching the sunrise beside two of her best friends, Margaret and Clorica, watching the waves roll off the shore. Her hair was blowing flawlessly in the breeze, and her eyes were wide and happy. "I hope that he notices my feelings before I have to say it."
Clorica responded with a loud snore. It made (y/n) jump, and Margaret laugh.
"Well, he doesn't know what he's missing out on." Margaret said. "Oh, it's so beautiful out! I wish the rest of the girls could have joined us today... But Forte is on guard duty, and Amber had to watch the shop... and I asked Dolce but I don't think she likes sunrises."
"Hmm. That's not surprising. I'm even surprised we dragged Clor here." (y/n) giggled.
"I like sunrises. They make me feel so warm." Clorica answered, before nodding off again. Margaret laughed again, (y/n) joining in.
"Well, I have a feeling like my love life is about to get more interesting. Nancy told me that. I believe her. I think since she's so in love, she can sense those things." (y/n) said.
"Aww! So romantic" Margaret cooed. "I wish I had someone, too."
"I don't have anyone yet, Meg. I'm working on it."
"Aren't we all?" Margaret said, enjoying the sun shining on her face.
"Good morning ladies!" They heard a voice yelling. (y/n) and Margaret quickly turned their heads, Clorica still snoozing.
"Hey, Leon." Margaret said.
"Hi Meggy. Mind if I take (y/n) off your hands for a minute? I'll bring her back, I promise."
"Fine. Only if you never call me 'Meggy' again." She snapped.
"Alright, alright. Come on, (y/n)." Leon smiled.
(y/n) looked at Margaret, and she nodded back. "Okay." (y/n) beamed.