The Life of a Young farmer

[lilena]

** I just want to let everyone know that this is my first fan fiction… So please bear with me and be patient.. This will probably take me a while each day per chapter.. Suggestions for the story is encouraged ^^ **

~*Chapter 1: In comes Jane!

“Jane! Breakfast!” called Mom. I sighed and got up and walked to the dining room. “Morning dear! I hope you’re in the mood for some ‘smiley eggs’ I’ve made today!” Said Mom.

“Sure, whatever.” I replied with a frown.
“Wipe that frown off your face! Today is a new day and I’ve always told you…”
“…Always start a new day with a smile” We said in unison.
“Yeah, yeah I know mom, but..” I said, starting to whine.
“I know you’re upset about going to a new school, so I thought I should tell you…”
“Tell me what?”
“After school, we’re going to visit your grandparents’ farm.. Grandpa said there’s something he wants to tell you this afternoon.”

I sighed deeply and just ate my breakfast. Right now, I wasn’t in the mood to hear what mom wanted to say. Before long, the school bus came.

“Bye mom! See you after school!” I called, as I picked up my bags and left.
“Bye hon!”

As I was in school, very few picked on me, asked me dumb questions, and laughed at me. “So much for hoping for a good start..” I mumbled under my breath. Finally, the bell rung at 3 P.M. Out of school at last!

“Hi mom, I’m home!” I called, as I placed my bags on the table.
“Hurry up and pack up, Jane! We need to go soon!”

I packed my stuff and got in the car with mom. Soon, we were off to the ferry that was set to leave have 4:30. We were finally onboard the ferry at 4:29 with only 10 seconds before it left.

“Glad we made it on time… “ Sighed mom, relaxing.
“Sheesh, mom, Why don’t you take your time next time?” I joked. Mom laughed and sort of hit me on the arms. “Oww! That hurts mom!” I cried.

“Don’t joke too much around your mom, then.” Soon, we arrived at a port with a crowd. As we got off the boat, some of them welcomed the people around us and mom pulled me to a quiet spot.

“Well Jane! Welcome to Mineral Town!” Cheered mom.
“Mineral What?” I asked.
“Mineral Town!” Mom then pulled me along until we came to a run down land that looks like a farm. Along the way, I saw a cute looking guy with a long brown styling hair, even though he looked depressed. I decided to go meet him later, if I get a chance.

“Wait right here, Jane.” Said mom, as soon as we reached a run down home. She went inside and came back about 5 minutes later. “Your grandpa wants to see you…” Mom looked as if she was going to cry, so I went in, leaving mom outside.

“Jane… Is that you..?” Asked grandpa. He sounded very weak and told me to come beside his bed.

“Yes grandpa. How are you feeling?” I replied, shocked to see him looking this way.

“At last… I haven’t seen you ever since you were a little girl… about 10 years ago…” Said grandpa.
“Grandpa, are you okay? You don’t sound so well.”
“I’m not… going to make it… Before I go… I want to leave… this farm here… in your hands…”
“I don’t know anything about farming!”
Grandpa smiled. “Your mother will help you… The town will.. Jane.. Lead a happy life.. I love you.. And I love your mom… Tell her…”
“Grandpa? Grandpa!” I was in tears and shock for a moment. Mom came in and hugged me.

“What are we going to do?” I sobbed. I don’t even know what grandpa meant by ‘lead a happy life’.
“I’ll… go get the pastor..” said mom, leaving me in the house.

*Author's note* What do you think? The next chapter will be 'Jane's first night'.*

[farmergrl0319]

Aww...*Cries* Poor grandpa. I can't wait for more! ^_^

[lilena]

=) Thanks! Either I'll show it up tonight or tomorrow. Depends on how much I can think of.

[lilena]

**Chapter 2: Jane‘s first night

Mom came back with a nice man who suddenly frowned when he saw grandpa.

“Oh… I’m going to need help to carry him to the church…” he said. “I’m sorry, my name is Carter. And you are?” He said quickly.

“Jane… My name is Jane.. This man’s granddaughter..” I said between tears.
“A pleasure to meet you. Now, Let’s get him to the church so we can begin his funeral tomorrow, shall we?”
“Yes sir..” Mom said. “Jane, go ahead and explore the town… I’ll be with you soon..”
“Thanks mom..” I replied.

I wiped my tears and went off. My first plan was to go to the building I saw on the way to the farm. As I approached, I took a deep breath and entered the building. People were talking and laughing together as I wandered around. A girl with a long braided hair looked at me.

“Hi! You must be the new farmer here. My name is Ann.” She said.
“Umm… Hello.. My name is Jane..”
“Listen, I’m sorry about your grandfather, he was a great fellow in this town.”
“That’s nice to hear, Ann..” I said, starting to smile. She invited me to sit down with the other group of girls.

“Hi! My name is Popuri!” Said a pink haired girl.
“Hi, my name is Elli.” Said the short brown haired girl.
“I’m Mary..” Said a shy looking girl.
“Nice to meet you… I’m Karen.” said a girl with highlighted hair.
“Pleased to meet you all… I’m Jane” I said.

We sat down and started talking and laughing about many things. I was enjoying myself tonight as I made new friends. As everyone finished and all said good bye to each other, there was only me, Ann, and her dad on the first floor. Earlier, she introduced me to him.

“I’m guessing you’ll need a room to stay in?” Asked Ann.
“Sure.. I need to go find my mom first.”
“It’s okay Jane. Your mother already came in earlier and asked for a room for you.” Said Doug.
“Wow, thanks Mr. Doug!”
“Please, just call me Doug!” he said, blushing.

Ann led me to a room and paused. “Almost forgot. When your mom came in, we told her there wasn’t any room, so she was kind of begging, so.. I hope you don’t mind, I offered to share my room.”
“Aww! Thanks Ann!” I replied with a happy face.
Ann smiled. “Anything for a friend!”

We entered the room, and was I surprised! She already had two nicely made beds with pink blankets and lots of stuff placed neatly.

“I hope you don’t mind my neatness..” Said Ann, noticing my amazed face. “I like to clean up a lot.”
“No! Not at all! I believe we might be able to become the best of friends!” I replied.

So we sat and talked and giggled over a few things until around 10 P.M. We got ready for bed and Ann came over by my side and said,"Night Jane, I'll see you in the morning!"
"Good night, Ann." I said, agreeing with her.

[farmergrl0319]

Aww, bestest buddies! Lol. Very good.

[hazel26946]

now all you need is a boyfriend and the killer......XD!

[lilena]

Chapter 3: The Beginning

I woke up in the morning with a smile on my face. I looked toward Ann and smiled. “She looks like an angel” I thought.
Ann was all over her bed with the blanket off of her. I looked at the clock and was surprised. “6 AM? I never woke up THAT early…” I thought. So I got up and walked over to Ann. I placed the blanket carefully over Ann after setting her head on the pillow. Soon, I walked back to my bed and fixed it. I grabbed some clothes and went to take a shower. After I had put my “funeral” clothes on, I saw Ann looking around the room.
“Oh my gosh! I thought you left me!” exclaimed Ann, when she saw me.
“Of course not! Why would I?”

Ann gave no response and just smiled and made her bed and grabbed her clothes.

“Well, my turn to hit the showers!” She said, smiling.
I went out and wondered where the church was as I walked.

“Hey..” A voice called me. I paused and turned around. It was the guy I saw yesterday on the way to the farm.
“Hi… Have I seen you before?” I responded.
“Probably. My name is Cliff… I believe I saw you yesterday on the way to ‘Paradise Farm’?”
“Yes, that was me… My name is Jane.. Starting today, I’m going to run the farm..” I said, holding back tears.
“Oh… Then.. Allow me to guide you to the church… You were getting farther away.” He said, smiling.
“Oh my gosh! I’m sorry!” I said, embarrassed.
He laughed and said, “What are you apologizing for? You’re still new here. You aren’t expected to know your way around this town after your first night. Come on, we’re going to be late for the funeral.”

Taking my hand, he guided me gently to the church. What a lifesaver! Who’d know where I’d wind up if Cliff hadn’t told me that I was going the wrong way… When I got there, there were several other people there, crying silently, and talking softly. In no time, I saw my mom crying with an old woman. I said bye to Cliff and walked over to mom.

[lilena]

Chapter 4: The funeral

“Morning mom… I’m here..” I whispered.
“Ooh… There you are…” mom replied, choking back tears. She hugged me tightly and cried on my shoulders.
“I hope you don’t mind.. My name is Ellen.. I live with my grandson, Stu and granddaughter Elli.”
“Thank you so much for taking care of my mom.” I replied, showing signs that my mom was about to choke me.
“If I may have your attention please…” started Carter. Everybody else quieted down and Carter continued with the ceremony. “…If I may ask, Jane, if you have a few words to say of your grandfather, please say so now.” I got up and walked to the stand near grandpa’s coffin.
“Umm… Hello… As some of you know.. My name is Jane.. Umm..” I stuttered. It took me a while to get to how I remembered grandpa and my relationship with him.

---FLASHBACK---
(10 years ago)
“Hi grandpa! How are you today?” said little Jane.
“Hahaha, there’s my little angel!” laughed grandpa, as he picked up little Jane and flew her around. “Are you ready to help grandpa out today?”
“Yeah!”

(few months later)
“Time to go home, Jane”
“Aww, mom!” cried little Jane. “I’ll miss you grandpa!”
“Don’t forget to visit!” replied grandpa, smiling.

---PRESENT TIME---
As I finished, Carter walked to me and told me to go ahead and sit down. I cried hard and as soft as I can while the ceremony carried on. When we were done, mom went off for some peace, but I couldn’t move. I realized how much I have missed my grandpa. Soon, Ann, Elli, Karen, Mary, and Popuri came and comforted me.
“You better get a hold of yourself soon and clean up, Mayor Thomas is coming.” Said Elli, in a soothing voice.
“I.. I.. I can’t.. I never knew he was THAT big in me..” I sobbed.
“Oh hush, Jane! You’ll find someone that’ll fill in that hole for you.” Said Popuri.
“And what if… If.. If.. I don’t?”
“You will. You’re really attractive to the guys.” said Karen.
“Excuse me ladies… Now, are you Jane?” Said a stubby-looking guy.
“Y-y-yes I am..” The girls walked away, leaving me alone with him.
“Pardon me, I am Mayor Thomas, and according to his will, he leaves Paradise Farm in your hands. Do you accept?”
“Yes, that was one of his last wish…”

He handed me the paper and walked away. “good luck!"

[zcr7]

I know this was all the way back in Febuary, but awesome job!

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I hope you write more.