Another one of dating bond things enjoy

This Friday marks Zayne's long awaited vacation. I made sure to ask for a day off on that day. We originally planned to visit Maltosio, a dessert shop in Bloomshore District. However, Zayne suddenly had a really bad toothache. Left with no other choice, I took him to the dentist...

After the long wait I see Zayne come out and I walked towards him. "So how was dentist?" I asked.

"It was nothing more than a minor issue.

"I'm surprised you waited this long to get your toothache checked aren't you always nipping problems in the bud?"

"With how many surgeries are scheduled, I don't have time. And it would be a waste to spend my day off with the dentist." He checks his watch "let's head to the dessert shop. Our reservation should still be valid"

Then I heard my phone ring as I get a noticed

Endodontics: Please monitor the patient's diet during this time. Sugary food should be avoided.Good oral hygiene is a team effort.

I show Zayne my phone Look it seems the debris wants you to draw away from sugar."

"Ignore them." Zayne said pushing my phone down "doctors exacturate all the time"

Bitch youre a fucking doctor.

"You always insist that I follow doctor's orders. Why is it different when you get them?"

"It's a toothache. Painful but I won't die please don't worry"

"You're abusing your privileges as a doctor. You're only strict with other people as for what we should do to say let's.." Zayne glares at me before I could continue "All right, since you're the one who suggested that place, we'll go there! On one small condition."

"A condition?"

I grab his wrist "I'll tell you when we get there"

~~~
Once we got there and we were just enjoying each others company when the clerk gives us two plates of macarons.

"They look exquisite" i said I pull the plates "I'm going to eat all the really colerful one and this plate of blue macarons is also mine"

Zayne chuckles "well aren't you childish"

"We don't have a choice im supposed to monitor you doctors orders remember"

"Abusing your privileges to get back at me. All because I forbade you from coffee and late-night snacks."

I thought I would taunt him more by showing off the Macerons "it's so sweet and so good no wonder you wanted to come here you'll definitely get cavities from this place"

"There are many reasons for a toothache. Allergies, inflammation, and fatigue are possible causes. They don't necessarily imply cavities."

"You sure know a a lot about dentistry why do you suck at applying the concepts then?"

"I'm afraid attempting to make me jealous will be fruitless. This shop always gives me macarons."

"really that's not what your eyes are telling me."

"Enlighten me then what do you se win my eyes?"

"She'll obviously... me."

"Oh dear, someone is not only taking my food but also acting very smug..." he teased "If I don't keep an eye on her, she may topple from her pedestal."

"All right al right stop messing around.. where's your toothache anyway?" I pointed at his right cheek "on this side?"

"What are you doing?"

"Here" I gently grabbed his chin.

He grunts quietly then he grabs my hand "watch your hand"

"I can't help but pity you when you're upset" I frown. Then I give him a raspberry "here have a raspberry. Chew on the side that doesn't hurt. Try not to put pressure on your tooth."

"Your kindness is remarkable. Outstanding even" he said. I don't even know if that's sarcastic or not.

"Yeah isn't it? That's why I must force myself to finish all these macarons for your sake." I show off the macerons at him.

He glanced at me "yne
Infortunately, I'm not interested in the food you chosen for me." He gently grabs my wrist and leans to take a bit at the macerons. "Eating another's is more appealing"

I was shocked at what he did "Zayne, you... you're acting like a three year old"

"At least I'm more mature than you. It's good enough for me."

I rolled my eyes and finished up the treats then head outside "Macarons can be tasty, but having too many at once is hard a great idea. I'll get better after getting some fresh air."

"These are new items on the menu. I do agree that the sweetness needs to be adjusted." He agrees.

"Since when have you been a dessert connoisseur?"

"My taste buds are like everyone else's. I can't be considered a connoisseur."

Then I put up my hand pretending I'm holding a microphone "Alright, then let me ask a different question. Which dessert is your favorite?"

He chuckled and leans in to answer "old popsicle"

"Huh?"

"Yes, those. They used to be very popular. However, it's difficult to find them now, I would think. Or do you not remember?" He asked crossing his arms.

"I do you would only very buy them back then"

"Is that all? After my dentist appointment next week, you'll need to bring compensation for the desserts you owe me."

"Since I finished all the macerons today it'll be my treat. We'll celebrate your Rey to a normal diet. But you're so picky. I don't know if the dessert I bring will satisfy you."

Would it be too obvious if I went to find some Old Popsicles? But if he really likes them.

"You seem to be troubled. Is it difficult to guess what I like?" Zayne asked.

I shook my head and smiled "Nope, I already know what to get. Be prepared for a surprise next week."

~~~

About a week later I found the place that sells and makes old popsicles. We drove three hours from linkon. Zayne seem pretty excited.

"We're almost there right up ahead" I said to him. Pointing at the shop. "Finding Old Popsicles was hard, but people still make them. And this shop sells some."

"I'm impressed. You did your research. Did you use the Hunter's Watch?"

"I wish" I said "Then I wouldn't have had to hunt down your childhood memories in the alleys and streets after work every day."

We walked to the shop to see there was a note there Zayne walks closer and read ""The owner is currently out on vacation. Once he returns, the shop will be open."

"I can't believe it..." I groaned "we drove three hours to get here. Was it all for nothing."

Then Zayne had an idea "Zayne
We can't let those three hours we spent driving go to waste.Someone put a week's worth of effort into this.
That shouldn't be in vain."

~~~
Later Zayne takes us sometime to eat as se sat together on a bench enjoying each other's company "You really are skilled in finding good food no matter where you are..."

"It's part of a humans instincts" he said looking at me. "Clearly, even under extreme circumstances, I will have a high chance of survival." He offers mee a peice of food on a stick.

I took it and ate it "it's delicious just like the ones I had after school as a kid."

"Your memories could have contributed to the taste.Thus, you think it's delicious."

I couldn't help but wonder "is that why you like those old popsicles?"

"I suppose. Although I can't keep those popsicles, I at least have memories of them."

"They must be very sweet if you still remember them even now"

"I wouldn't say they were sweet. When I was young, there was a...I girl I had met by chance. At the time wanderers were everywhere and people were on high alert.Hospitals had become shelters. The pediatric ward was filled with homeless children.it was afternoon when I passed a small garden.The girl was crying, tears streaming down her face, as she held a popsicle."

"Was she sad that her popsicle melted?" I asked taking another treat.

"It's hard to say. It could be because she was scared, she was injured, or simply missed her family.Many people cried every day back hen. No one had the energy to care for others,let alone a stranger."

"So you just turned around and left?"

"I gave first aid to her melted popsicle"

"Using your evil?"

"The popsicle turned into a bunch of icy lumps. Still she liked them and said she'd treat me to popsicles next time.
She said as long as she had something sweet she'd be happy even on a bad day."

"Is that why you like desserts so much?" I asked.

"Perhaps. Though I didn't expect I would remember her words."

"Nice memory"

"I can't easily forget things and not worry unlike some.But this memory sounds... Zayne looks at me "your mouth. Ketchup" I take a napkin and wiped my face. I could tell Zayne sees more on me and grabs the napkin and wipes my face "why are you still a messy eater?" Then he finished and looks at me "it's getting late. The shopkeeper won't be back anytime soon, so we should go home."

I couldn't help but think up Zaynes memory it sounds so similar to i remember.

"Zayne."

"Hmm"

"The girl you mentioned... was it me? I don't remember it well. But what you described feels familiar... I didn't expect to owe you a popsicle in the past and now"

He smiles like he finally found the girl he helped. It was me the whole time. He looks at me "There is always a chance in the future. We have all the time in the world." Then he stands up "come let's go find some pop. Since we can't buy popsicles we'll just have to make them ourselves."

"Is it because you want to make yourself feel better by eating sweets? After all your precious day off was wasted" I said.

"It has nothing to do with my mood. And in any case...you're here. So, my time was not wasted" he reached out so he could take my hand..

I grabbed his and he helps me up "So, are you sure you can still freeze popsicles with just your hands? It's been a while."

"You'll find out soon enough. I'll try to make it look like popsicles this time"

We smiled and held hand walking back to the car and head home making popsicles.