Closed?!

Anaise stared at the resturaunt in disbeleif. It wouldn't be open for another few hours. Her stomach growled angrily, and she sighed loudly. She should have been smarter and looked at the business's open times last time she was here. She looked around at the suprisingly quiet town, realizing that everyone was probably closed right now. I feel like less of resident and more like a lost tourist... Anaise frowned, and ultimately took a seat at one of the outside tables. Going back to the farm would just be a waste of time, as the restaurant would probably open up the moment that she got home. Waiting for a meal seemed like the best decision, and hey, first come first served.

Only a few minutes had passed with Anaise twiddling her thumbs when she heard the door to the restaurant open. Confused and curious, she lifted her gaze to see Raeger, not wearing his cooking apron like usual, a container in one hand and a fishing rod in the other. Their eyes met and offered a drowsy smile, looking like he just rolled out of bed. "Hey, girlie. What are you doing here at this hour?"

"Oh, um..." Anaise grew embarrased, not particurally wanting to admit that she arrived way too early for breakfast, and made up an excuse on the spot. "Y'know, the early bird gets the worm and all..." she grinned crookidly, letting out a nervous giggle, "Just wanting to get a head start of the day."

Raeger didn't seem to take notice of her embarrasement, whether it was because it was too early in the morning or he just wasn't that observant-he just smiled. "Well, I'm off to get some more fish for the restaurant. It gets a little boring by myself, care to join me?"

Anaise felt a wave of releif wash over her and nodded, glad that he didn't find it weird of her for sitting at his tables at such an odd hour. She got up from the chair, and they both fell in step together on the way to the lake. There wasn't much conversation at first, which was partially her fault. This wasn't how she expected the day would turn out at all. She didn't even think that Raeger fished for his own produce. Anaise glanced sideways at the taller gentleman, looking at his face. He seemed content, not at all bothered by the silence between them, but his eyes looked smaller with sleepiness. "Do you not usually wake his early?" Anaise asked, her thoughts speaking outloud.

"No, I try not to, actually," Raeger responded, suddenly stiffling a yawn. "I don't like waking up so early, but my body is used to it, so it happens anyways. Even if I try to sleep in, I'll just be lying there wide awake anyways," Raeger laughed softly. He's quite cute when he's sleepy like this, she thought, smiling to herself.

"I must say, I'm a little jealous of you being all ready to go this early in the morning. You have to tell me your secret," Raeger glanced at her, smirking a little.

"Get a cow and you'll figure it out," Anaise smiled, watching the white butterflies flutter about in the grassy area they arrived in.

"Really? Do they moo you awake every morning?" Raeger grinned, setting down the container he carried onto the dock.

"No, but they will get cranky if you forget to tend to their needs. They're very dependant." Raeger patted a spot next to him, motioning for Anaise to take a seat too. Their legs dangled over the edge, the water's current creating a tranquil ambience. "Do you always come out to fish?" she asked, looking out on to the dark water.

"Not always, but I try to make it out here at least once a week. Fresh produce is important," Raeger set out his line, now playing the waiting game. He lowered his voice a little, so not as to startle any fish, "What about you, Anaise? Do you fish often?"

"I actually don't have a fishing rod just yet, but I used to enjoy fishing as a little girl," she responded, running her long dark hair through her fingers. "I wasn't very good at it, though. I swear, I had the worst luck."

"I don't beleive that, you're probably better than I am," he smiled, leaning back a little as he relaxed. "I try to catch big fish, but I always get the little guys."

The former silence fell apon them again as he concentrated in reeling in a fish. Or more like an empty can. Raeger frowned and Anaise couldn't help but giggle a little. "Well that's embarrasing," he grumbled, tossing it behind him.

"Well hey, look at the bright side! At least you're cleaning up the lake!" Anaise shot him a bright smile, causing his to return.

"I guess you're right," he threw another line into the water and waited for more fish. Or at least one fish.

A half hour or so passed and Raeger had managed to collect a decent amount of fish in his container. The two of them set back on the path back to the town, with the cook finally feeling more awake. "So what are you going to do after this?" he asked.

Anaise smiled nervously, "Well, I was hoping to get some breakfast at your place." Her hunger has only been growing as time passed, and she was hoping Raeger would be able to fix her up something yummy.

"Oh, don't you know?" Raeger looked puzzled. "The restaurant is closed on Wednesday."

She froze. "But... isn't today Tuesday?"

He shook his head.

"Oh geez, I've made such a big fool out of myself." She put her face in her hands, feeling embarassed once more.

"Hey, don't say that," Reager smiled, facing her. "I'd be happy to make you something."

"But it's your day off, I can't possibly make you do that," she shook her head, but Raeger wouldn't listen. "Nonsense. I'd be happy to cook for you."

"Are you sure?"

"Absolutely!"