In Old Bullworth Vale, before the entry into a road tunnel at the East end of town, a fancy sign announced the presence of the Billy Crane's Carnival - Even though everyone knew about it, in fact. There were several people of the Townsfolk that were walking into the tunnel, and Tony knew to follow them. Arriving there, he recognized a typical Carnival - A great Midway bordered by many types of games, from the Duck Fishing to the Western Shooting. Food vendors were everywhere. Tony paid his entry fee to an incredibly small midget guy that was, in fact, standing on a chair in the Ticket Booth. He pushed on the metal entry gate that in response produced a creak as he entered.
Time to find this girl, now, Tony thought, looking around. Even though it had gone dark nearly two hours ago, the place was packed. Outside of the Movie Theater and the Burger Joint, there wasn’t much to do in the isolated Vale Valley. The Carnival was the biggest draw around.
Tony didn't have to wait long, though. Pinky had spotted him and was running to him. After greeting him and congratulating him for not being late, she gave him a little kiss on the cheek. As Tony didn't show any emotion, she began to jump about nervously.
"What are we waiting for ? Let's go have some fun !", Pinky exclaimed.
"All right”, Tony agreed. “How does this all work ?"
"You have to win tickets to trade for stuff”, Pinky said. “You'll win a Teddy Bear for me, won't you ?"
"Of course I will, Pinky”, Tony smiled.
Tony put his arm around her waist, while she put hers around his neck, laying her head on his shoulder. They walked like this for a while down the Midway until she proposed to him that he should try the Baseball Game first. The rules were simple enough - He had to throw a ball at moving targets, like Dodgeball. He found it very easy, and earned three tickets. There were other games, but after wandering a while, Pinky wanted to try the Great Ferris Wheel. They paid, and a young Carney attendant pointed them to two seats, all ready to go.
"Are you sure you want to try it ? You look nervous." Tony asked.
"Oh, yes, sure, I like it…”, Pinky said coyly, “If there's someone to protect me..."
Pinky sat and took the same position as before, her arm around Tony’s neck, but was pressing harder. Tony simply laid his hand on her leg while their gondola described a slow arch up in the air.
"You know, Tony.….I really like you”, Pinky purred. “You were so cute the other night.….So real."
"I'm sorry for having disturbed you in there”, Tony said, “I was trying to avoid the Matrons.”
Pinky shook her head slowly, facing him. "No, no... It's nothing."
She smiled, and her lips went to his. She kissed him once, then twice, before starting a deep French kiss, while caressing his back with her hands. Tony caught a glimpse of the distant Lighthouse tower, and closed his eyes, concentrating on the sensation of her tongue against his. She really knew how to do this. She broke off and then her lips approached him once more, and Tony felt her body rubbing against his. He felt…..
"All right, kids, it's over !" The Carney was staring them - The gondola has stopped and the ride was finished. They had to get out quickly, under the staring looks of the people queuing up for the attraction.
They passed more time together, Tony playing and winning the Dunk Toss and the High Striker several times. After Tony had eleven tickets, he decided to get something to offer to Pinky. He made his way to the Souvenir Tent.
Inside the tent, a happy guy saluted him loudly. "Hey, kid, let me see how many tickets you have !"
"Eleven, Sir !”, Tony counted them out.
"What are you looking for ?“, the Carney vendor said. “A little... Present for a girlfriend ?"
"Exactly !", Tony exclaimed, forgetting for the moment Pinky wasn’t his girlfriend.
"Hmmm... I have this Teddy Bear for ten tickets, would be perfect, I tell you !", the Carney vendor enthused.
"I’ll take it !", Tony said enthusiastically.
Tony left the Souvenir Tent and walked slowly back to Pinky, hidden behind the great bear. “Surprise !!”, he said, laughing.
"This is sooo cute ! Thank you, Tony !” Pinky took the Teddy Bear and stroked it. Then she looked into Tony’s eyes and said coyly, “Why, shouldn't we go to somewhere more.…Private ?"
"Um.…Sure”, Tony replied, his head swimming. “Why not ?"
Accept it. You have to discover what’s on her mind, Tony thought. And after all.…You liked the kisses.
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