Tom Nookie

Confession

Tom's POV

I felt so stiff- Ms. Y/n is only a few inches away. I glanced over at her.
Her sweet laugh and her kind eyes were enough just to make my poor heart accelerate in an instant! I turn over to the others, The Nooklings who were too busy giggling with each other. Lyle and Digby seemed to be getting along very well Bud. And Lottie was having what she called "girl talk".
I just sat there, my face hot red as I looked down to Ms. Y/n's hand.

Maybe I could-....

N-NO! W-WHAT AM I THINKING!

I jerk my hand away from Y/n. I'm so embarrassed! She would be disgusted to be touched by me! I try to shake away the thought of holding her hand.
It's never going to happen! Her soft gentle hand... would never hold my filthy paws... sigh....

I place my hand back down-

I suddenly feel something warm under my paw.... I looked down-...

AAAGH!
I ACCIDENTALLY PLACED MY PAW ON HER HAND!

I felt my heart stop. What do I do!? How do I tell her it was an accident!? I c-couldn't just apologize right on the spot, the others would notice and taunt me forever! My mind filled up in thoughts as I felt my face heat up hotter than ever.

I froze on the spot.

Y/n's POV

I felt something hot fall on my hand. I look down to see-

NOOK'S PAW ON MY HAND!?

My eyes widened.
Was this his expression of love? I look up at him, he was looking down, his face and ears were visibly red and a little sweaty. I dont know what to say-
He slowly looks over at me, his eyes seemed worried, almost petrified! He looked away quickly before I could smile or show that I wasn't uncomfortable.
I smiled a bit, his paws felt so fuzzy and his little paw beans were so warm!
I couldn't help but to Internally Scream!
It all seemed so cute!
I feel myself blush a little before Lottie calls me to her attention.

"Is everything right Ms. Y/n?" Lottie proceeds to ask.
"Uhh-... Oh! Yes! I'm fine I'm fine." I respond.
"Are you sure? Is anything disturbing you?" She questioned.
"No, no. I'm great. It's just such a lovely day-!... So anyway-! What was my HHA point average again?" I say dodging any more questions.
Phew- that was close. I listen to Lottie as she speaks, but I couldn't help feeling all warm and happy inside.

Tom's POV

Was my actions distracting the mayor!?
Why has she not gotten angry or offended!?
She must just be trying not to call the others attention-
She must be oh so furious with me!!!

But I had never gotten this far-!
I was always looking at Y/n so far out my reach, that now she is so close and I couldn't help it! It was almost like my mind was fighting against my body- I couldnt remove my paw now!
I have come this far!

I- .......I-

AAAH NO WHAT AM I-

I shut my eyes and quickly shove my face under the table.
Not letting go of Ms. Y/n's hand.

Nobody seemed to notice...
I place my other paw on my chest feeling as my heart throbbed loudly.
Oh why must I feel this way!?
So helpless!
Such a fool to love!
Why am I so weak when it comes to my love for Ms. Y/n...

I suddenly hear two giggles from under the table. I open my eyes to find-

THE NOOKLINGS!?

I accidentally hit my head with the table above me. "What are you two boys doing under here!" I whisper.
"Not until you tell us why you are holding hands with the mayor!" They whisper back snickering.
I flush red not knowing what to say.
I just knew they weren't going to stop mocking me about this situation for weeks!
"I- I can explain! Just please keep it down!" I whisper loudly.
"I think the mayor likes you too Uncle Nook!" Tommy sneers.
"N-NOW DONT BE SILLY-"
"Shhh quiet down Uncle Nook! The others might hear you!" Timmy slaps his hand over my mouth.
I immediately stop talking.
"All I'm saying Uncle Nook is that Ms. Y/n seems to enjoy being with you! Just look, she hasn't moved her hand away from yours hasn't she?" Tommy points.
I blushed a little.
"Well no but-"
"Stop holding back Uncle Nook! Just tell her! You'll never know until you confess!" Tommy insisted.
"Yeah, you heard what she said! We are like family to her, what are you waiting for? I want Ms. Y/n to be our official Auntie!" Timmy exclaimed in a loud whisper.
"I-" I was stopped by a voice coming from above the table.
It was Digby.
"Mr. Nook? A-are you alright?"
I lift my head up and nod quickly.
I look to my side, how did the Nooklings get there so fast?
"Bud and Ms. Y/n have to leave now." Digby stated.
"Its true, there was something important I wanted to do before the sun set!" Bud smiled.
"O-oh Yes, yes. Of course..." I look over Ms. Y/n who smiled.
She seemed a bit hesitant to stand up, but she slipped her hand off mine and smiled.
"I had a great time! Thank you all for inviting us." She thanked as she left with Bud.
Soon after she left I felt the warmth of her hand linger on my paw. I held it up to my chest and sighed sadly.
I looked back at the others.
They all smiled happily, it seemed everyone had a good time.
"Bud seems like a great guy! He is really funny!" Digby laughed.
"I dont know... He seemed a bit cocky...." Lyle rolled his eyes.
"Well Ms. Y/n seems to have quite a knowledge with the interior of homes! She is bound to have a stylish dream house in the future!" Lottie nodded excitedly.
I smiled a bit. I couldnt help to feel this angsty feeling that I just needed to confess to Ms. Y/n! My stomach turned uncomfortably as I tapped my feet anxiously.
"Are you alright Nook? You seem worried..." Lyle asked worriedly.
"I need to be excused for a bit..." I said as I stood up and walked away. I walked until I the picnic table was out of sight. Then I started to jog...
Until I found myself running. I felt that I needed to te her! I couldn't hold this feeling any longer! I- ...I had to confess!!!