Centurion Showdown (Isaac, the first Adventurer)

Chapter 4 (Pieces of my Heart)

After the exchange at Arnold's Store, I began searching the city. I wanted to find the perfect spot for a date...

It was no secret; I had a crush on this Arnold girl.

On my way I noticed a shady alleyway and in one of the windows I could see millions of dollars piled up.

I decided to investigate the scene and as I got closer; I heard a gunshot from inside, making me jump. I ignited my lightsaber in response, treading with caution.

"Hello?" I called out.

A deep voice responded. "Who's there?"

"Just a traveler, what's the commotion about?" I asked.

He ignored my question, asking what I was doing in the alleys.

I said I was looking for a good place for a date.

He replied with "This isn't a good place for a date, but I can give you an excellent job opportunity,"

I asked what he proposed.

He wanted to hire me as a paid assassin. Apparently, there was a dire need for those at the moment.

I said I wasn't interested, deactivating my lightsaber and leaving the scene.

I continued looking for a spot, and finally I found one, a beautiful restaurant amidst cleanly trimmed hedges. There was a nice view of the city skyline.

I went inside and made a booking for 6:00PM. I could only get in for 6:30 but that was close enough.

I returned to the Steampunker, killing enough time. I figured the teleporter would soon be in my hands, and it was ready, with the cooldown reduction upgrade complete.

"Thank you. I've always wanted to know more about Steampunk technology. How about we get to know each other a little bit. Would you like to go out with me tonight?" I asked.

"Sure," She agreed. "What time were you thinking?"

I said around 6:30 and that worked for her!  I said I'd return at around 5:30 to pick her up and so I headed to the stables in the meantime and bought a proper saddle for applejack so we could ride.

I could now ride the unicorn without the worry of falling off and also I could try having 2 passengers on there. How romantic...

I purchased it and fitted it to Applejack before finding that same bench at the park and sat down. I rested with the feeling of butterflies in my heart as the time approached.

I was half asleep when it happened, but for a split second I saw a shapeshifting figure in the air.

I was startled and asked "Hello?" But the figure was already gone...

I was shaken up but continued to wait for the time, so I took a nap. When I awoke, it was time and I sprung up and ran down the path.

I went to the Steampunker's Store as quickly as I could and picked up Arnold. Together we walked to the restaurant I had booked at and I offered to pay for everything.

We both got the Roast Duck with Shiraz sauce.

"So, what do you plan on doing in the future? Are you going to continue to run your Steampunking business?" I asked.

"Yeah, I'm hoping to be the most famous steampunker in the lands and to work with royalty to help upgrade the kingdom. What about you?" Arnold asked back.

"I'm not too sure yet. I've been trying to help people in need, maybe I should stick to that. I've built quite the team as you haven't questioned the chicken that is standing outside the window..." I gestured to Pipper.