Oakdale// Ziall+Narry

Chapter 11

you guys are so nice and so sweet, we're all getting married. :) Thanks so much for the comments last chapter, you guys don't know how much it means. 

also i have been forgetting to add in dates. Its been like a month since he first started working there. 

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10/17/1824

"Have you heard about the new guy yet? All Susan would tell me is that we're getting a new maintenance man to care for the outside of Oakdale." Florence beams, resting her head on her shoulder as she begins to wonder the possibilities. 

Alice perks up, but doesn't stop eating her soup.

Oh i've heard of him alright...

He's going to muck me so badly. 

"Indeed i have," I hesitate, not wanting to give out too much information, "I'm sure he will be a nice man." 

"Agreed, I just hope he's attractive," Florence blushes, laughing off the glance i give her, "Hey, your friend is in need of a new man." 

"I second that,"Alice raises a finger and points at me, "You're the only decent man around."

Florence nods her head in agreement, raising her eyebrows and looking at the table.

"Why thank you," I blush, looking back at Florence, "What will you do if he's cute?" 

Depending on her response, i might have to warn Harry. I know they've met before, and she was definitely attracted but she spoke negatively of him being a homosexual. 

That accusation which has no valid foundation, may i add.

"I dont know yet!," She bashfully giggles, shoving my shoulder with a weak push, "Maybe talk to him or something, im not sure." 

Florence subtly glances over at Alice to see her thoughts, but looks back at me.

"I dont know what i'd do either." Alice shakes her head, "Anyways, i have to get back to work and so do you guys. Lunch is over in 3 minutes." 

"Im going to relish the three minutes i have left of freedom, be gone, Alice!" Florence shoos Alice with a wave of her hand. 

"Leave while you can, Niall." Alice yells from over her shoulder, placing her empty tray on the table by the trashcan. 

"You know, she's probably right. As much as i hate to speak of it,  we really should get back to work." I sigh, watching as Florence's face contorts into a frown. 

"I hate working reception, we only get mail from the Department of the State and Health and Human Services. Hardly anyone is checking in anymore," She groans, "But i guess its a good thing, we've gotten so crowded. Im surprised we dont have to share a room in the living quarters." 

It's crowded? Maybe thats why Avery is always grumpy, she must clean constantly. 

"Hey, if you go back to work, you might be able to get first glance at the new worker once he comes in!" I say, hoping to get her motivated. 

"You're right!," She smiles, vigorously nodding her head to me, "He should be coming in any day now! I shall see you soon, Niall!" 

And with that, shes gone. 

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10/18/1824~Nightime

Time to redeem myself, hopefully.

knock, knock, knock.

"Who goes there?" Mr. Malik's voice rings out, accompanied by the sound of shuffling papers.