The First Rule

Chapter 26: Mountains by the Lake

"How the—?! I didn't think it was like this when we—!"

Covering your mouth with both hands, you stand in awe—taking in the view. Your eyes widen with astonishment as you twirl around in a half circle, unable to believe that you're standing in a replica of your bucket list destination.

Completely satisfied with your reaction, Tyler lets out a lopsided smile. Realizing he might miss this moment—he quickly puts the burgers and sugarcane on the picnic blanket, then takes out his phone to record you.

"So.. how are you feeling?" he asks with a smile. Despite his phone directed to you, his eyes are not moving from you—wanting to take in every second from this moment in real life.

You turn your attention to him as you lower your hands from your mouth, revealing your gaping mouth and sparkling eyes. Still in a thunderstruck manner, you shout, "You think?!"

Tyler bursts into laughter, continuing to record as he moves to your front so he can get a better view of you. However, in an outburst you complain, "Get out of my way you're blocking this beautiful view!" Letting out another loud laugh, Tyler steps aside as he makes an exaggerated—allowing gesture to let you admire the view.

It's a very simple decoration—however in this case.. his very effort brings you to the verge of tears. Rushing towards Tyler, you punch him in the arm, exclaiming, "What the hell, Ty?!"

He can't help but let out a sweet lopsided grin and whispers, "Sorry I could only bring you here.. with decorations like.." taking in the finished work, he cringes to add in a slightly displeased tone, "this,"

"What? Ty. this is everything!"

As he gazes back at you, he notices how your eyes are getting glassy. Tyler can't help but chuckle affectionately, immediately wrapping you in a tight hug. Pressed against his chest, in between your gentle sniffles, you mutter some words he can't quite hear.

"Winny Winny~ You okay?" he chuckles, rubbing your back gently before trying to pull you away slightly, wanting to see your face. However, every time he almost manages to do so, you stick your head back on his chest, mumbling softly,

"I jwust—I nevcdf bwen lysfk dzis bfvor,"

"Jennn, English please—"

"I just never felt appreciated like this before!"

You shout as you lean away from him, still wearing the downsided crescent moon on your mouth. He looks at you with wide eyes, trying to suppress a laugh. Plopping your face back in his chest again, you continue your emotional pouting. Eventually unable to contain his laughter any longer, Cavill bursts into a big laugh as you wiggle in his arms, flustered.

"Oookay, alllright Winny, let's sit down for a second, okay?" he laughs, guiding you to the picnic spot. As you both ultimately sit down, unintentionally, you both glance at each other—causing the both of you to burst out laughing. Him in amusement while in your case.. definitely out of embarrassment.

With you still pouting and wiping away your tears, he holds your arms—holding you in place as he bore his eyes to you, very much amused. As he helps you wipe away your grateful tears, he notices your pout increasing. With a nod, he gestures towards the sugarcane you've been holding—and you eagerly take it, starting to sip away.

Trusting in the magical wonders of the sugarcane, he slouches off to grab a burger and takes a big munch. Funnily, his prediction is proven—because not long, you emerge like you've been reborn—grinning—and looking around the environment with excitement like you once were.