Chapter 29: Life in Thorn Valley

Simon — Wed, 13 Jun 2007 11:27:04 -0600

Dear diary,

It's been four weeks since Justin and I arrived
in Thorn Valley. The rats gave me a warm welcome, although they didn't expect
me back so soon. Nicodemus threw me a party. Justin and I danced until all the
rats were gone up to their rooms. He even requested a song for me; ‘Dancing
Queen' from some band named Abba. I really had to laugh when I heard the
lyrics. We have told the rest of the rats about our engagement. They were all
happy for us, especially Nanny and Arthur. Isabella was the only one who was
very disappointed when she heard about our plans. But we don't care about that.
Unfortunately there is also a black side to Thorn Valley. Justin is indeed not
accepted by the colony. They still ask Nicodemus for everything. Nicodemus says
that it won't last forever. He says that the rats still have to get used to
Justin, and to a new leader. I certainly hope that will happen fast because he
feels very insecure lately. I wish there was something I could do about that,
but I can't. The only thing I can
do is support him as well as I can and help him with his administrations.
Anyway... my room is fantastic! But I must admit that I haven't slept in it much;
I have been sleeping with Justin ever since we arrived in Thorn Valley. Don't
worry, we haven't done anything like ‘that' yet, but we have been really close.
Just a little while longer and we will get married. Oh, we have a date now;
we'll get married the 25th of May! Just one-and-a-half months away! Even less than that! Thank
Goodness I have Nanny to help me with organizing the wedding. She's even making our clothes! I'll
try my dress on tonight! I haven't even seen it yet. I can't wait! But before
that, I'm going up to the roof to enjoy the sun and do some more work for
Justin...

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Chapter 29: Life in Thorn Valley