A Green Thumb unlike any other

When you were young, you were somewhat of an introvert. Not fully one, but you would have a hard time interacting with someone, for no one could relate to you and you felt like an outsider to anyone, no matter how hard you wanted to try to interact with them. You do your best to live life one day at a time, though the hardships of people around you don’t make it easy.

There was one good thing out of it though, for you had a gift that involves plants. When your school first opened a gardening club, you joined out of curiosity and when you got there. You were met with the sight of the most beautiful plants. You couldn’t believe there were this many verities and you couldn’t help but marvel at them at the mere sight of it.

You were shy at first, but your teacher saw how much you wanted to tend the plants, to which he was able to gently direct you to the plants and instructs you on what to do. You worked hard on the plants and tended to each and every one of them. And for some reason, you have a rare gift, that any flower you worked on, had begun to shine their beauty.

Though your mother praised you for your talents in flowers, your father on the other hand said otherwise. For one, he was allergic to anything plant related. And the second, he thinks it was a waste of time, and thinks you’re faking being somewhat of an introvert, even told you to drop dead and was about to, to your shock, shoot you. If it weren’t for your mother who kicked his ass, you would’ve been dead already. He was arrested for abuse, assault, and attempted murder, and would spend about 15 years in jail.

Thankfully, your mother was able to convince her lawyers to move your father to the United States Penitentiary, where he would be as far away from you as possible. During that time, as your mother would go to her day job, you would spend your time after school attending her garden, making sure everything would be perfect for her when she comes home. You even took the time to cook when she was too tired.

After you graduated from High School, you began to study everything plant related in college. You were amazed by the number of plants that were there, especially the different kinds in your country. However, you wanted to have a worldwide variety of plants for everyone to enjoy and see. You decided to buy seeds like flowers, as well as a few medicinal plants and spice plants. And during your studies, you decided to get help in overcoming your introverted shyness, as well as trying to be more assertive. It took about a year of therapy, but you were able to overcome it. Though you still feel it now and then, you don’t let it affect you so badly.

After you were done studying, you began to wonder where you would buy the seeds you need to get started.

Then you read online that there is a botanical garden somewhere in the Bronx of New York. Thankfully, you saved enough to take a flight there. You decided to take a flight path that took another route, for even though it wasn’t a direct flight, you didn’t want to complain. Soon enough, you took another flight.

The moment you land, you departed from your plane and headed towards the next one. You looked at your watch and you realize that you still have enough time. You arrived at the gate and noticed you still have an hour to go, so you decided to wait before your next flight.

You looked at a book that you bought at one of the shops after you landed. You then read that though the airport was far, there was a quaint town called Canterlot City. It was far from here, but it has its fair share of weirdness. About magic showing up and tons of other crazy things happening. And it involved seven group of girls who were called, the Rainbooms.

Rainbooms. You’ve heard of that name. It was a high school band that you heard of long ago. Their music was great. Though it was a shame they didn’t make an album of it. If they did, he would definitely buy it. Then again, he might wanna download it, if they did that. But he’ll have to check in the future.

Anyway, back to the matter at hand. You noticed that there was a large land that would be perfect to open your botanical garden for all of Canterlot City to see. He didn’t know what he would find, but if he wants to have a garden, then maybe that’s the place you want to go. Then again, your mother once told you of how she was from Canterlot City, and that she went to Canterlot High with two sisters named Celestia and Luna. He remembered he saw an article of the two of them as Principle and Vice-Principle. He had to admit, the two of them are quite good at their job. He wished he had attended school there when he was younger.

You then thought about telling your mother of how you wanted to move to her old stomping ground. She didn’t know how she’d react to it, but hopefully she won’t reject it. Then you heard a sound from the attendant that your flight will be leaving in 15 minutes.

Not needed to be told twice, you stood up and grabbed your things whilst making your way towards your flight and boarded your plane. You made your way towards 2nd class. That’s right, second class. You may not get first class, but as long as you get a window seat, you’re not complaining. You were able to make your way towards your seat and placed your bag into the bag compartment before making your way towards your seat. You began to sit down near the window and looked outside, and see the many people still busy preparing the plane for the flight.

Just as you wanted to do something else whilst waiting…

“Um, excuse me.”

You turned to the voice and what you saw…you didn’t know how to respond.

For in front of you was a girl with light greenish gray skin and moderate aquamarine hair and has greyish tangelo eyes. And the outfit she’s wearing, makes her just as adorable. She was wearing a pale light greyish mulberry shirt with long sleeves, as well as short dark blue pants with sunflowers on both sides, which happens to be your favorite flowers. You couldn’t help but slightly blush at how cute she looked.

“I think that’s my seat.”

You blinked and took out your ticket and looked. She was right, you were on her seat whilst the one next to you was your seat. You couldn’t help but feel embarrassed about it at the same time.

“Heh, sorry about that.” You responded and moved out of the way so that she could take her seat.

She soon took a seat next to you, whilst she was sitting at the window. You wanted to grumble, but from the looks of things, she really wanted to sit there. Though for what reason, you didn’t know. Though you have to admit, she looks…whoa, hold on, you just met her, and you wouldn’t know if she would be interested in a relationship. Decided not to ponder any further, you decided to wait for your flight to happen. And from the looks of it, it’s going to take about four hours before your destination.

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During the first hour of flight, the girl next to you decided to watch a documentary of sorts. But you on the other hand, you were busy reading a book about what flowers to expect over there. You saw that there were plenty of flowers to expect. The Lily, Sunflower, bird of paradise, Rose, daffodil, Tulip, Guzmania, Jasmine, Cyclamen, Anthurium, Cala Lilly, Gladiola, Daisy, Iris, Hibiscus, African violet, Spider mum spray, Heliconia spray and so on. However, you were more focused on the flowers that were safer. However, you were focused more on the all manner of wallflowers. There were a few colors, and all of them very beautiful. However, you had a feeling that someone was watching…

“Oh, is that a book about flora and fauna?”

You looked to your left and saw her looking at the book with interest.

“Uh, yeah.” You replied with nervousness in your voice. “I…sometimes read up on the world’s latest plants. Not to mention for advice.”

“Advice?” asked the girl in confusion.

“On how to take care of them.” You replied. “I loved taking care of any form of plants since I was little. In fact, back at High School, I was part of the gardening club.”

“Oh, you were part of a gardening club?” said the girl with interest.

“I was.” You said, “I had a knack for having a green thumb, taking care of plants, and making sure all of them had been brought to their full potential. Even the teachers were impressed. And because of it, I was able to help my old school win an award for taking care of them.”

“Really?” said the girl, “I did too. I also won an award for it. If it weren’t for my friends, I wouldn’t be able to achieve my dream.”

“Hope when the time comes you’ll be able to introduce me to them.” You replied. You realized that neither of you knew one another. So, you decided to introduce yourself.

“Nice to meet you,” said the girl, “I’m Wallflower Blush.”

“Heh, looks like we’ll be flower buddies during the tour.” You replied with a chuckle. She chuckled too, but only for a brief moment, as she was suddenly shy, which you noticed. “So which hotel are you staying at?”

“Oh, just one near the docks,” said Wallflower as she showed the picture, “I don’t do well with crowds.”

“Hey what a coincidence, I’m going there too.” You replied, which surprised her.

“Wow,” said Wallflower as she felt somewhat nervous at the same time, “What a coincidence.”

You thought about something for a moment and said “Maybe after we landed and try to get some lunch, we’ll be able to talk more about plants. If you want to, that is.”

“Oh,” said Wallflower as she was surprised that no one wanted to talk shop with her about plants before. “I’ll…see what I can do.”

You couldn’t help but smile, for you had at least someone to talk to. You then looked further at your book. But noticed Wallflower was still looking. You smiled again and asked “You want to read it together whilst we’re on our trip?”

Wallflower was surprised that you noticed that she was reading. She couldn’t help but blush again, but nodded nonetheless. She then looked at the book with you whilst also looking through certain parts of the book. You two continued to read during your flight as you wanted to know more about what plants to expect when you’re going to the garden. After much reading, the two of you overheard of how you were landing soon.

The two of you soon departed from the flight and decided to ride a taxi together to the closest hotel. After giving the taxi driver directions, he drove all of you straight there. After he dropped the two of you off, you offered if you could take her luggage upstairs. At first she declined, but seeing that you were insistent, she had no choice but to accepted.

The two of you took the elevator, and surprisingly, you were going to the same floor. The two of you got out of the elevator as you noticed the space.

“Wow,” said Wallflower as she looked at the hallway. “The hallway space isn’t enough for two people to walk side by side.”

“True.” You replied, “But this hotel was the only thing I could afford for the next few days, so I’d at least have enough money to spend whilst we’re here.”

“Same here.” Said Wallflower, “I’m just thankful I was able to save enough during my summer jobs and my current job.”

“Oh?” you said with interest. “Where do you work?”

“I work at a flower shop.” Said Wallflower, “Because of my talent with plants, I was able to land a job. I’m even assistant manager now. Though I tend to keep an eye on the plants now and then.”

“You like working with plants too?” You asked with interest, “I also worked at a garden. Even that one large garden back at my hometown. My mother was supportive, but my father…”

You then trailed off, thinking of that horrible memory of what you endured.

“What is it?” asked Wallflower in concern.

“Uh…long story.” You replied.

Wallflower looks at you for a bit. Could…could she know that you’re hiding something? Oh crap, I hope she doesn’t see right through you. Thankfully, Wallflower shrugged it off and walked down the hall, with you helping her out with her luggage. The two of you soon stop in front of the apartment room at the same time.

“Well, here it is.” Said Wallflower whilst she was standing in front of the front of the room’s door, “Room 15.”

“Nice,” you replied, “I’m at room…”

To your surprise, your room keycard said sixteen on the top. You looked at Wallflower’s door, then the realization hit you…although, it didn’t go unnoticeable with Wallflower as she also saw your room key. To her surprise…

“So,” you said nervously, “I guess we’re neighbors, huh?”

“Y-yeah.” She replied shyly. “I guess so.”

The two of you were silent for a moment, with you then asking, “After we unpack…you wanna meet up at the lobby for lunch? I noticed they had veggie burgers.”

“Um…yeah, I’ll be there.” She responded before she opened the door and looked at you for a moment. Then later closed the door.

You were very surprised of this girl. You haven’t met her for more than a day. And yet…you can’t help but be smitten by her. She looked really beautiful. And you noticed that she smelled like flowers, a fresh garden. It was…something to behold.

You immediately shook your head and moved on to your room next door. You still felt very flustered, because you never thought that you would actually like a girl. Then again, because of your introverted nature, you weren’t comfortable being around others. Though you were thankful that with help, you were able to come out of your introverted shell. But still, you still had trouble trying to talk to a girl. To have someone like her walking into the scene was nothing short of a miracle.

You then decided to put that on the shelves until you could resolve it later on.

Soon enough, you were at the lobby’s café area, where you were currently going over a book. You ordered some green tea and waited until she arrived. Though just in case you ordered two. Figured you’d do something nice for her whilst she was here with you.

“Um, excuse me.”

You looked to your left and you saw Wallflower standing there, feeling nervous talking to someone.

“Hey, glad you could make it.” You replied, and as if by luck, the waitress brought the two of you Green Tea, as well as the Veggie Burgers. You thanked the waitress, then turned to Wallflower, and said “And will you look at that, our order’s arrived on time.”

“Wait,” said Wallflower surprised, and said “You also bought me Green Tea and Lunch?”

“Of course, I did,” you said, “What kind of friend would I be if I didn’t. Especially for a rare flower like you.”

You couldn’t help but wince at what you just said. However, the said girl was just as surprised when you called her that, which made her blush at the same time. The two of them felt a bit awkward, with you asking, “So…wanna join?”

“Uh, yeah.” Said Wallflower, “I’d like that.”

The two of you then sat down, and at the same time, you began to go through the book together in order to see if any of the plants on the book will be there. And for some reason, being with Wallflower going over the book. It feels…right. Very right.