A Third Of Love

Chapter 8: A Tale Of Costumes

Hello, my dears, and welcome back. And you know what, why don't we just get right back into it all?

So, last time, Lucas and Kumatora formed a rather interesting friendship, with the latter even teaching the former some of her own ways, like how to box, certainly not a normal hobby for the pacifistic Lucas.

But of course, sinister things are always brewing behind the scenes, as was the case when fifty Franklin Badges were stolen from a van making a delivery to Fourside, sent from the factory Flint worked at in Onett.

And I have still yet to find that van, those people or those Franklin Badges...

But before we start our story today, let me set the scene.

Over a number of areas across Eagleland, snow had started to fall and cover the area, making everything a bit of a winter wonderland.

In particular, Onett and Twoson had been hit rather hard — not to the extent of creating snowstorms, mind you, but the snow was certainly there and noticeable.

As you can tell, the festive season was here in full force, and all the students were feeling all the more joyous, particularly as their school was going to shut down soon.

So, with the scene set, our story today begins with Lucas and Claus — PSYCHE!

Yeah, you know what? We've started far too many sessions on these two, so let's switch it up a little. Instead, let's have a look at Lucas's favourite couple — Ness and Paula!

And right now, the two of them were at Paula's house, simply hanging out, watching the snow fall and making some hot chocolate.

"Ness, do you want some marshmallows and cream?"

"Of course! What hot chocolate is complete without them?!"

"None at all!"

Paula put a dollop of cream in both her and Ness's cups of hot chocolate, along with some marshmallows. She handed one cup to her boyfriend, who eagerly took a large gulp of it, humming in contentment.

"Mhmm! You make the best hot chocolate!"

"Thanks! It's nice to have a hot drink on a cold day to warm you up!"

"Not as nice as having a hot girlfriend though..."

Paula almost dropped her hot chocolate at that, Ness laughing at his girlfriend's near mishap.

As soon as she sat down on the couch, he leaned towards her and nuzzled her cheek with his nose, his girlfriend softly sighing at Ness's warm touch. Feeling bold, Ness gently placed a kiss on her cheek, causing her to turn
and smile. She cupped his cheek with her left hand, returning the favour with a kiss on the lips, Ness eagerly joining in.

As the two lightly fought for dominance, Ness ran a hand through Paula's hair, her soft locks trailing through his fingers, like silk...

Finally, the two broke apart, Paula's face rather radiant, and Ness's with his goofy smile.

"You know... this might be the only time I've been happy to make it to first base."

"Oh? Well, how about you swing that bat again and run some more?"

Paula giggled inwardly, knowing that Ness would never go that far.

"I would... but I think I'm happy with first."