Era Tutto Per Te, Fratellino

Story

Chapter 1

Sunlight streamed through the window and danced across Mario's face, nudging him from his slumber. With a groggy yawn, he sat up, stretching his limbs as life gradually coursed back into them. Today was a new day in the Mushroom Kingdom—another chance for peace and quiet after the storm of Bowser's latest scheme.

"Let's-a go!" Mario murmured to himself, his voice still heavy with sleep. He swung his legs over the side of his modest bed and got dressed—a familiar uniform of red and blue that felt like a second skin.

In the kitchen, Luigi was already up, pouring two cups of steaming hot coffee. The aroma filled their cozy home, mingling with the scent of toasted bread.

"Morning, Mario," Luigi greeted him, his voice a gentle hum. "I made breakfast."

"Smells-a good, Luigi," Mario replied with an appreciative grin, taking a seat at the table.

They ate in comfortable silence, occasionally exchanging glances and nods over bites of scrambled eggs and sips of coffee. It was a simple meal, shared between brothers who had been through thick and thin together.

"Are you going-a to see Princess Peach today?" Luigi asked, dabbing his mouth with a napkin.

"Sì," Mario nodded, his mustache twitching upward in a smile. "I think she could-a use some company after everything with Bowser."

"Ah, true love," Luigi teased softly, but there was respect in his eyes.

"Luigi..." Mario began, then paused, a faint blush coloring his cheeks. "Do you ever get-a nervous? Around Daisy, I mean?"

"Of course," Luigi admitted, offering a shy smile. "But it's part of-a the charm, isn't it?"

"Maybe," Mario conceded. With a final gulp of coffee, he stood up. "Well, I'd-a better get going."

"Take care, brother," Luigi called after him as Mario stepped out into the bright day.

The Mushroom Kingdom was thriving, its citizens bustling about with the joyous energy that came after having weathered another storm. Mario couldn't help but feel a swell of pride as he watched Toads tending to gardens and sharing laughter beneath the shelter of giant mushrooms. This was what it was all about—protecting this tranquility, these moments of bliss.

He reached Peach's castle, where the air seemed to shimmer with magic. The princess was waiting for him, her smile like the break of dawn.

"Hello, Mario!" Peach said warmly, her eyes lighting up at the sight of him.

"Princess!" Mario beamed, feeling that familiar flutter in his chest.

They spent the day meandering through the lush grounds, the sun casting lazy shadows around them. Mario listened intently as Peach spoke of her plans for the kingdom, her voice carrying the melody of hope. He offered his thoughts when appropriate, but mostly he just admired her — her strength, her intelligence, her compassion.

"Thank you for coming today," Peach said as the sky began to turn orange with dusk. "Your company means more than you know."

"I wouldn't-a miss it for the world," Mario replied earnestly, his heart skipping a beat.

"See you soon, Mario," Peach called as he departed.

"Until next time, Princess."

Returning home, Mario found Luigi setting the dinner table. They exchanged stories of their day while they ate, and with every word, Mario felt the weight of his adventures lift slightly. He was grateful for this, for the comfort of routine and the bond with his brother.