Polly's Eternal Adventure (P.E.A)

Part 1 | Segment 0.6.3 | Gauntlet of-[Redacted]...

Two buildings, standing side by side with one the left, being labeled "Shop," a simple wooden structure painted a soft blue, with icicles hanging from the roof and snow piled up against the walls. The Inn is on the right, slightly larger and with a higher roof. Both buildings are connected by a small walkway in the middle, made of the same wood, with a half snow-covered window.

Polly: The shop it is then!

Upon entering you get met by the cozy and soft new atmosphere as if I wasn't just at there in the snow. Touching the wooden counters the hold items, armor, weapons and a sense of familiarity. I don't know... It felt fuzzy and soft. Even I don't if that's the right word for it.

??: Hello, Traveller. How may I help you?

A voice from a lady up front sitting behind the counter. I turn to see who she looks like. A purple bunny. She wears a tank top, small necklace, and summer hat. The shop itself is a brightly lit, orange store, with shelves of materials and wares. She crosses her arms and just leans against the countertop and facial expression pointing towards me as if she was inspecting who I was for a bit. A gentle murmur, low and soothing, with a mature warmth with a hint of an Australian accent.

Polly: Oh! Uh.. Hello! I am.. Just looking for...

I look around not sure of what to say, But she picked up the fact that I didn't yet know what I wanted.

??: Aw, That's alright, darling. 'Just take your time.
Polly: Hehe... Thanks.
??: .... It's Mina, by the way. Mina Chet. And what's your name, love?
Polly: Polly.. I don't have a last name.. At least I don't remember.
Mina: Polly, is it? Well, I haven't seen you 'round here before. 'Whereabouts are you from, love?
Polly: Uh... Further... Underground...?

I say hesitantly with both sides of my lips growing slightly into an awkward smile. She just looked up and down at me and then sighed.

Mina: Well, sweetheart, no matter where you're from, you're welcome to pop into my shop anytime it's open. Alright, love?
Polly: T-thanks!
Mani: You sounded so nervous? Are you okay?

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Polly: Well, I'm doing just PERFECT having to come up with why I'm here and where I'm from to a stranger, no less a monster for that matter.
Mani: I see... Well! Ask her if she knows how to get out of here or if she has items or armor to share for you!
Polly: let's do that, but first...
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I look over to the armor and see some shin guards or helmets and Swords and weird items I can't even begin to understand. "I want that," I pointed to the Shin and the Arm Guards and they were plated with metal. And to be honest, they looked heavy. I grabbed the armors and from counter walked it over with effort as I could barely get it there. "H-here..." I said with bated breath. She just looked at me with her arms crossed as if she not buying the fact I'm going to buy it from her.

Mina: Nope. Not a chance.
Polly: I promise you it's not as heavy for me as it looks like to you.
Mina: It is, and I'm not sellin' it to you.
Polly: What happened to "The costumer is always right?"
Mina: I dunno where you heard that, but that doesn't fly here. I've got somethin' better for you anyway, love.

She goes to the back and shuffles around to look for the items.

Mina: Since you're new 'round here, I should probably let you know..
Polly: ?
Mina: In this town, there's Grillby's where he dishes up some tucker, and it's the local hangout. Then there's the library if you're keen to learn or have a read. And if you're feeling knackered, you can crash at the inn next door—my sister runs it.

After a bit of clanging from the back she comes out and sets the items out on the counter.

Polly: Um...
Mina: And if you're bored, you can always sit outside and watch those wacky skeletons carry on... There's two of 'em—brothers, I reckon. They just turned up one day and, well, made themselves at home. The town's been a lot more lively since then.