It was a very pleasing Saturday and the birds were chirping and the sun was shining at its full radiance. Not a moment later, a sound of alarm awakened a young lady who was covered with a blanket and a facial mask for her daily skin care routine. She brushed her hair and headed to her shower room to start the day. It was the most exciting day for Rhianna ‘cause she never dated any man ever since she was in junior high. Because of her obsession with science and a nerdy look, she was often called a weirdo back then.

After all those setbacks and bullying, she was encouraged to do her skin care routine and daily exercises. She got her braces removed and started to wear contact lenses. Because of weight loss, guys often drooled on her after she completely transformed into a very beautiful woman, your typical beauty and brains. Although she was still an introverted girl, she never had anyone else to date with. Now that she had one, she put extra effort on her clothes and make up.

On the other hand, the lover boy was getting ready as well. He put on the best shirt he got as well as his favorite jeans and white shoes; getting nervous about the upcoming doom. Shino got really nervous around Czar and couldn’t focus on his work.

“So the reason why he didn’t tell us about the incentives was because he knew I would fail the experiment. Sneaky little Zhackary. But… I guess I should thank him”, Shino told himself while staring at his reflection on the mirror.

They both got out of their rooms at the same time as early as 3:00 pm while the meeting time was at 4:00 pm.

“How pathetic of you, you so excited you can’t even wait until your meeting time”, Rhianna let out a smug while looking pretty in her blue dress andin a white sweater. She took off her eyeglasses and decided not to wear it for the rest of the day.

“What about you? I never saw that shade of lipstick before. It must’ve been your most treasured matte lipstick”, examined Shino who was obviously annoyed by the girl’s greeting.

“Oh shut up! You don’t really know me.” They took more time as they observed each other.

“Well… I think you look good”, Shino said as a complement to his best friend.

“Oh geez thanks. You as well”, Rhianna was fond of the greetings and was more proud for her to meet Nix.

They smiled at each other and decided to head on to each meeting place. Rhianna meets her crush Nix on the southside of the base. They decided to meet at this place because it was safer and there was no open restaurant in the whole city. Nix set up a blanket on the grass fields for them to sit down. On the distance was the sun setting surrounded by its crimson aura.

He stood up and assisted Rhianna to sit down holding her hand. Rhianna blushed under her blush as she witnessed her gentleman prepare some sandwiches.

“So, uhmmm… I heard that you did an exceptional job at your faction. Do you mind sharing it with me?”, Nix asked as an opening for the conversation.

“Oh about that, I really think we should keep it to ourselves to keep everyone safe. It's not because we have trust issues but safety precautions”, Rhianna immediately replied as she was glad for Nix’s praise.

“Ohh okay okay. No biggie. But since you did really well, here… this is my gift for you”, Nix handed a personalized bracelet with Rhianna’s name written perfectly. “I made that myself… I hope you like it.”

Rhianna examined the bracelet. It was made up of colorful yarn with a crystal gem in the middle. “It’s so beautiful. Is it really for me?”

“Yes. And if you let the sun rays hit it, it will reflect a rainbow”, He said as he raised her hands and let the sun ray hit then a colorful ray was reflected.

“Oh my gosh, is this a prism? How did you manage to make it as small as this?”, Rhianna was so surprised that she thought it was a regular crystal shape bead.

“Well... I think I put in a lot more effort than usual…” Nix said after a little realization.

“Eh???... Thank you!”, she gave her warmest smile and at the same time, Nix flustered. He suddenly felt the need to put a little distance between them.

“Why is your face red?”, asked Rhianna who noticed his reaction.

“N-No… It’s not.“

Rhianna blushed as she noticed his sudden change in way of talking. This was far more than the independent cool gentle man she met at the meeting day. But somehow, these characteristics made him more appealing to her eyes.

“Well, it’s just that… You were the first one to appreciate my little hobby. I was once called a nerd because of my obsession with different rock materials”, confessed Nix who was looking a bit troubled.

“Oh, tell me about it. I am also called weirdo because of my appearance… no my whole personality.” Rhianna said to make Nix feel better.

“Impossible, you were like the most beautiful girl I ever saw”, he giggled softly and looked at her straight in her eyes.

Rhianna moved a lot closer to Nix and opened her phone. “Look, this is me three years ago. After all these work out and skin care routines, I became more beautiful.”

He examined the whole picture of her old self. He couldn't believe his eyes when he saw the picture. “You know what, I prefer you more on eye glasses and chubby cheeks.”

“Eh… you do?” Rhianna flustered that her blush blended with it. She couldn't believe his reaction. She was really nervous and scared that Nix would leave her after what he saw.

“Why did you show yourself just now… now that I look more different.” She felt a little down about it and at the same time, she feels more happy knowing that there is one person accepted for who she was. She felt a warm sensation on her chest and that made her mind in peace.

“I am sorry I am late then. Hey, on our next date, can you wear those round eyeglasses of yours?” Nix asked with his heart skipped a beat asking for a request.

Rhianna blushed out of embarrassment. She never met someone that appreciated her the most in her flaws. “Next date… you mean you want to hang out more?”

“Why not… I am enjoying this day, why not do it again? Of course, only if it's okay to you.” Nix suddenly felt uneasy as he thought that he was getting ahead of himself.

“Yes, I would love to go on another day out with you.”

Their hearts raised so much that they could almost hear it. Both were beating in sync as well as the redness on their cheeks. Suddenly, Rhianna felt a little bolder and tried to ask Nix if it's okay to lie down on his shoulders. As she rested her head, she couldn’t believe herself from being too comfortable around him. She felt tranquility, almost like there was no war happening right now. He caressed her head that made her fall asleep so fast. Nix looked out for her and didn’t move until she woke up.