Vyn's Sweet Chapter 02-01
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Script
Garden of Vyn's Residence
Today, you and Vyn agree to meet at his house.
When you get there, he mysteriously tells you to close your eyes, saying he wants to take you somewhere.
Full of doubt, you close your eyes, feeling his cold hand covering them...
His other hand rests gently behind your waist, pushing you forward...
You: Vyn, where are you taking me?
Vyn: You will find out soon enough... Watch your step.
After taking a few steps, you feel a different sensation under your feet as the warm sunlight shines on you.
A gentle breath caresses your earlobes, along with a hint of laughter in his voice...
Vyn: You... can open your eyes now.
What comes into view is a garden vibrant with colorful flowers that you've never seen before...
Dewdrops hang on the leaves and petals, becoming points of glistening amber in the sunlight.
The flowers stretch out comfortably to embrace the sun, showcasing their vitality and beauty.
You: This is...
You look up at Vyn, whose smile reaches his eyes.
Vyn: I cultivated these flowers myself. They bloomed a few days ago...
Vyn: They are so beautiful, and I wanted to share them with you.
You: (So that's why Vyn insisted on meeting with me today...)
You: Does that mean I'm the first guest to see these flowers in bloom?
Vyn: You are the first, but... you are not a guest.
You: ...
The corners of Vyn's mouth raise slightly as he leads you over to the flowers he cultivated, telling you about them.
Vyn: This is a Dwarf Chin Cactus, a member of the cacti family. It has a long flowering season, lasting for half a year.
Vyn: However, cultivating it was quite difficult... I was surprised that it blossomed recently.
You: Since it belongs to the cacti family, it should look like a cactus when it blooms, right?
Vyn: Exactly.
Vyn points to a flower weaved with maroon and gold, its petals curled and folded at the edges, much like bird feathers.
Vyn: Can you guess what flower this is?
You: Its petals look like feathers...
You: Could it... have something to do with birds?
Vyn: Yes, this is the rare Parrot Tulip.
Vyn: The shape and color of its petals are similar to parrot feathers, hence the name.
You: I see! No wonder I wasn't able to recognize it.
You: It's vastly different from the tulips you normally see...
Your eyes suddenly fall on the flowers growing together on the side.
The reverse petals are pale blue in color, much like tiny lilies.
Hyacinths... You've seen them somewhere before.
You: ...
Vyn: Hmm? Those are hyacinths. I noticed their unique color when a fan gave some to Jessie and decided to grow them.
As Vyn mentions Jessie, memories begin to flood your mind.
The smile on Jessie's face when she received the flowers from a fan, and the father who came to visit his daughter's idol...
You: Yes, I remember the fan said blue hyacinths represent life, which really suits Jessie.
You: I wonder how Jessie is doing... I hope she's feeling better.
Vyn: Jessie has been active in her treatment and is doing well. I can take you to see her if the chance arises.
You: All right.
Vyn: My beloved, now that you know Jessie is well, can you focus on my flowers?
Vyn has a smile on his lips. Although he said flowers, he's clearly talking about himself.
You: Haha, of course. Tell me about your flowers. I'm listening.
After learning about the rest of the flowers, you and Vyn sit together on a bench in the garden to take a break.
Snuggling in his embrace, you recall the variety of flowers in his garden and start mumbling to yourself.
You: It seems like there's not a single flower you can't grow...
You: Not only are you able to cultivate them, but you also help them bloom so magnificently. Instead of calling you Dr. Richter, I should be calling you Master Gardener Richter.
You: *sigh* When will I be able to grow such beautiful flowers...?
Upon hearing your sigh, Vyn lowers his head to touch your forehead.
Vyn: If you want to try growing flowers, I can teach you.
Vyn: And... I would love for us to plant flowers exclusive to us.
You: Really?
Vyn: Naturally. When it comes to you, I will never go back on my word.
You snuggle tighter into Vyn's embrace.
You take his hand and slowly draw circles in his palm, revealing your thoughts.
You: Let's start with the simplest. I'll learn basic cultivation techniques...
You: Then we'll slowly increase the difficulty, and maybe move on to grafting? I might be able to pick up a few things.
Vyn: So long as you are willing, I am fine with anything.
You: Then it's a deal! When I have time, I'll come over and plant flowers with you.
Vyn: Sure... And I have some new inspiration, thanks to you.
You: What is it?
Vyn: Perhaps... I want to try cultivating a new breed of roses...
Vyn: If I am successful, I want to name the breed after us to commemorate our love.
Looking into Vyn's sincere eyes, your heart is filled with sweet affection.
This feeling rises from the heart, before growing into a "playful tease."
You: Vyn...
You: You're not like the other scientists who turn their hobbies into research projects out of habit, right?
You: After cultivating a new breed of roses, are you going to name your discovery and publish a paper?
Vyn: ...
Vyn: Not at all.
Vyn: My wish... is simply to cultivate a rose that belongs to us.
Vyn didn't expose your "teasing," but emphasized the last part of what he said.
Afterward, he seems to think of something, smiling to himself.
Vyn: However, now that you mention turning hobbies into research... it reminds me of an old friend.
You: Eh? Who is it?
Vyn: His name is Aston, someone I knew in school.
Vyn: By chance, I found that he had something in common with me, so we became friends.
Vyn: I remember... we were discussing how to more effectively recruit subjects that fit the goals of a research project.
Vyn: He said the same thing you did about my proposal for a recruitment method.
You: ...
You: How's he doing now?
Vyn: He is now the leading expert on autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease.
You: Autosomal... recessive polycystic kidney disease? That's a mouthful...
Vyn: It is a very rare disease with a high fatality rate. Currently, no effective treatments have been found.
Vyn: Aston has been trying to solve this problem... He is researching the influence of psychology on patients.
You: I see...
Vyn's explanation piques your interest, and your desire to explore the topic increases even more.
At this moment, Vyn touches the tip of your nose lightly.
Vyn: You look like... you want to know more?
Knowing that Vyn saw right through you, you nod.
You: Yes, after being with you for so long, I find myself fascinated by medical knowledge.
Vyn: How about this...
Vyn: It just so happens that Aston sent me some material on hereditary polycystic kidney disease...
Vyn: Do you want to read it?
You: Sure. With you by my side explaining, I'm sure that I'll understand the information better!
Vyn: I will go fetch the material.
You are forced to leave Vyn's embrace as he gets up.
He stands up and turns to you again, casting a wide shadow in front of you...
You look up into his golden eyes that're filled with tenderness.
Vyn: Wait for me to come back.
A kiss grazes your face, faint... yet tender.
