87 2020 Valentines Day Special, Part II (1/2)
Once I made my purchase and got it in some gift wrap, I walked back out to the town square. Now that I have what I need and extra time to spare, I should drop by the bakery and try to get my hands on an entire cheesecake.
I feel like we should indulge ourselves since it's our birthdays too.
When I went up to the bakery, I came across Livia and Cynthia drinking coffee. I didn't recognize them at first because they should be at the Academy. Cynthia had to stand tall and shout my name from across the shop to get my attention.
Cynthia: ”Steven! Thought I'd never see you out of the elixir shop!”
Once I figured out it was her, I walked up and greeted them.
Livia: ”Hey, Steven. Fancy seeing you here.”
Steven: ”Hey guys, aren't you both supposed to be at the Academy?”
Livia: ”It's an important staff meeting today so the Headmaster gave the students the day off.”
Steven: ”Nice. What are you 2 doing here though?”
Livia: ”We both wanted coffee and crossed paths.”
Cynthia: ”Yeah, funny coincidence.”
She sees the gift box in my hands and reaches for it. I raised it up, out of her reach and inadvertently reveal my hidden sword.
Cynthia: ”Is that a gift?”
Steven: ”For Kanna. It's her birthday today.”
Livia: ”Why are you carrying a sword?”
I instinctively pull my tunic down and hide the sword.
Steven: ”I don't want someone to rob me. This gift is for Kanna and her only.”
Cynthia laughs and playfully jabs me with her elbow.
Cynthia: ”Ohh~? Are you not going to invite us over, Mister Smooth?”
Steven: ”I asked Livia and couldn't find you but I kinda had a hunch that you'd stop by because Kanna invited you.”
Cynthia: ”And you were on point.”
Livia: ”I wanted to wish you a happy birthday too. It's also your birthday, right?”
Steven: ”Yep… kinda crazy how Kanna and I both have birthdays on this day.”
Cynthia: ”Why haven't you said anything either?! Happy birthday, Steven! How old are ya now!?”
Steven: ”19.”
Livia: ”Time really does fly… it feels like I've known you for years and we should be much older.”
Steven: ”Livia, it hasn't been a year yet. Don't make me feel old.”
Since they're both here, we can all head to my home and start the party a little early.
Steven: ”Let's go order something while we're here.”
Cynthia: ”You sure—”
She stops, leans in, and whispers.
Cynthia: ”That gift has to be expensive, you sure you want to risk flashing that around in public?”
She's right!
I may have a sword but I'd rather minimize the chances of someone attempting to rob me.
Steven: ”Ohh… can you do me a favor then?”
Cynthia: ”Sure.”
Steven: ”Buy Kanna cherry cheesecake. Not just a little slice, I mean the entire 20 inch. I have 30 Coin to pay for it.”
Cynthia: ”Let's go half on it, boyfriend! I too know what Kanna loves!”