Prospects

"Well, since you disturbed my light nap, I guess it's about time I got going. I'm done with the pool, so it's all yours."

The strange girl began moving in my direction, causing me to feel uneasy. My heart began beating faster as I gulped in nervousness, or was it fear?

"I certainly hope you won't miss the Final event because of your 'training' as well." She spoke in an amused fashion.

"Will you be there?" I didn't know why I asked that, but it just slipped out.

"Hmm, I wonder… oh well."

As I stood there, petrified, the girl walked past me. And shortly after, I heard the sound of leaves moving, and tree branches snapping.

Not long after, the sound stopped. She had already left the area!

"Hoo… whew!" I was finally able to breathe freely.

'What the hell?'

Now all alone in my sanctuary, I still didn't feel completely comfortable. As my eyes scanned the pool, I remembered the embarrassing scene with the girl.