Part 26:The Game

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We called the medics to come and get the creepy guy that was still lying on the ground. We told them what happened and they said it didn't surprise them as this kind of thing had happened before with him. There had been a new owner to come for the fair and the creepy guy broke into the office and destroyed all the records they had kept that they used to fire him. So the new boss, not knowing of his past, had hired him again. They said they'd have to check the camera footage for legal reasons but told us if there was any problem they'd come find us. Finally they told us we were free to go and took the creepy man off in an ambulance. "Well now that we're official, I say we continue this date. What say you Tori?" That is if you're ok with what had just happened." "I'm not gonna let one creepy old guy ruin my first day being official with my baby. Let's continue this date, but now as a couple." "I couldn't agree more." We strolled through the fair grounds for some time just observing all the lights as it kept getting darker and darker outside. We walked a few loops around the grounds, riding a few rides in between, and decided it was a good time to ride the Ferris wheel. We got in the line and the worker opened the gate for us to board. I got in first and Namjoon followed. The workers latched the door to the car we were in and walked back over to the controls and sent us up. I always loved the Ferris wheel. It always let me clear my head being so high up above everyone. I remember, as a child, I would mostly ride it alone because all of the other kids found it boring. This would be the first time I'd actually ridden with someone. And that someone was Kim Namjoon, my new boyfriend. I sat there with my eyes closed taking in the air as we made our way to the top. I always kept them closed until the very top so I could see above everyone and everything. When I felt the car come to a stop and slightly rock, I opened my eyes. I saw the lights dancing around illuminating the sky. I could see the smoke rising from the pizza vendor's oven. I could see out into the actual town, beyond just the fair. I saw the little houses scattered about and the buildings and shops as well. I made a full circle looking around until my eyes made their way to where Namjoon sat. He was also observing the view. He smiled as he surveyed the area and the lights from down below lit up his face. It highlighted ever line and crevasse of his face. It especially showed off his dimple. I couldn't believe that this man was now mine. It still didn't stick. I was completely star struck at the fact that he'd asked me to be his girlfriend, and even more shocked that I was able to make a legitimate answer he could understand. His eyes met mine and he smiled even bigger. Neither of us said a word but neither of us needed to. He reached forward and grabbed my hands and pulled me into his lap. He rested his head on my shoulder and had his arms around me. I raised my arm that was on the same side as his head and pulled it up to put my hands in his hair. We sat there silently and looked around as I played with his hair. I twirled it around my fingers and combed my hand through. I turned my head and kissed the side of his face. He faced me and kissed me back on the lips. It was sweet and loving. I pulled one leg over his to where I was straddling him but still facing him. My hands went to his face and his arms were around my back to keep me from falling backwards. We continued to kiss until we were interrupted by the ride moving forward to signal we were going down and would be unloading. When we got off the ride we decided we'd make one last loop around and then we'd leave. As we walked by the games again, I saw that same stuffed Rottweiler hanging there. It was so adorable and I wished for it so much. I knew I'd never be able to win it though because the game was the one where you swing the hammer and try to hit the bell. It's that game that you see guys at all the time trying to see who can get the highest. I walked over to the stuffy and observed it, falling more in love with it by the second. "Babe?" "Mhm," I said still inspecting the stuffed Rottie. "You really want this stuffy don't you?" "I mean yes, but there is no way to get it because these games are always rigged." "Hmm," he said putting his hand up to his face. He was thinking about something only I didn't know what. He turned to the man running the game. "Sir?" "Yes sir. What can I do for you today?" "Where exactly would I have to get to win this stuffed dog here," he said pointing to the dog. The man pointed to the top where the bell was situated. "You'll have to reach there sir. All extra large prizes require that height. As you can tell, that stuffed dog most certainly fits into the extra large category." "Indeed. So how much to play?" "$5 per swing." Namjoon reached into his back pocket and took out his wallet. He handed the man a $5. "Here's your hammer sir. Good luck to you." Namjoon nodded and took the hammer. "Two questions before I swing." "Yes?" "First question, how many people have gotten to the bell? Second question, do you think I can do it?" "Sir, no one has won and extra large yet, because of that I do not know whether you can beat it. I've had many men come in, many with larger arms than you, and they were not able to beat it sir." "Alright that's all I needed to know. Thank you." Namjoon turned his attention back to the actual game. He had the hammer on the ground as of now. But he quickly picked it up. He drew it back above his head. I could tell the hammer was heavy as I could hear his breathing fluctuate. I heard him countdown from three in a whisper. When he hit zero, he swung with full force and put all his body into it. I watched nervously as I saw the marker climb up. It sounded as if everywhere was dead silent. The marker inched its way up and then suddenly, ding ding ding. He did it. I was so happy for him. The worker stood there with his mouth hanging open in shock. He closed his mouth and got up and went over to the stuffy I had been watching. "I assume this is the one you want sir?" "That's the one. Just hand it to the pretty lady right there." He pointed at me then winked at me. The man handed me the giant dog and I was beyond excited. I pulled down the mounds of fluff and stuffing to see Namjoon walking towards me. He was breathing slightly heavily. I wonder how heavy that hammer was. "You did it baby! You did it! I'm so proud of you! I love this stuffy so much I might have to steal it from you!" "Babe, you won't have to steal it. It's yours." "What?!?!? It's mine!!" I set down the stuffy and ran over to him. I nearly tackled him but he managed to stand against me jumping into him. I instantly started kissing him all over his face saying thank you between each one. "No need to thank me babe. I'll do anything for you." He put his arm around my shoulder and we walked over to pick up the stuffy. "Now let's get home babe."


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