The next year, me and Steve had met up again and had lots of fun like usual, Bucky joining at times. On the last day, it was sad but at least there was next year. He began walking away after saying his final goodbye for the summer, until a ruffle from the woods nearby made him stop. Then, two big men appeared from the trees and thick bushes. "Hey little guy, give us your money." One said, pushing him. "I don't have anything." Steve replied calmly. "Fine then we'll just find something to take." One shoved him to the ground and the other was about to punch him until something caught their eyes. Out of Steve's pocket, rolled a small shiney pearl. Steve had kept the pear I gave to him. I smiled but was brought back to reality when the men scrambled and grabbed it. "Hey! Put that down!" I yelled. They looked at each other and laughed. "What are you gonna do about it?" One said mockingly. I sighed. "Go away and give it back to him." I said calmly. They slowly stood up straight, walked over to Steve giving it back to him and walked away. Steve looked at me confused. "How did you do that?" He asked, confusion clear on his face. I grinned. "Gift of a mermaid, though I don't like to use it."
Two months had passed since Steve left and I was collecting shells and pretty rocks before being interrupted by footsteps approaching on the dock. I popped up slightly to see it was steve. "Steve what are you doing here? Its fall!" I asked. Steve looked down, somewhat guilty. "Crystal, I got accepted into the military. I'm gonna help out in the war." I was shocked. I knew how he wanted to help out but he had too many health issues. I didn't want Steve to leave. "Steve, please. Please don't go. What if something happens?" I was on the verge of tears. "I promise I will come back, Crystal." I nodded, still not fully believeing it, and hugged him. Steve was going to war.
Another short one but I will try and upload more! :)