Chapter 1
Tonys pov
Today I was going out to get some bread for father and to return a book from the book store. So with that in mind, I picked up the book and grabbed some money for the bread. I headed out of the door and shouted out to father "see you later". Once I was out of the door I headed to the village.
Halfway to the village, I bumped into Pepper because I was reading the book. "So how are you and Jarvis got anything coming up ?" She asked "Well father has to go to the next town over to get some parts for his clockes this evening and me same old same old getting food and returning a book" I replied.
"Oh, I need to tell you that Ross is back so he will probably try to find you" at hearing this I groaned Ross has been trying to get me to be his boyfriend for as long as I can remember. And I don't know why because the town girls have shown more interest in him then I have.
Wanting to change subjects I say "How are you and Happy doing?" Pepper noticed the subject change but didn't say anything. Instead, she went on about how she and Happy are living together.
About 5 minutes later we were at the village and Pepper haded to go somewhere else. We waved goodbye to each other. I headed to the backers to get some bread. When I get there I could smell the fresh bread. There was someone at the counter so head up and got the bread then headed out.
I then headed to the town's book store knowing that it will tack a bit to get there I reopened the book and started to read again. While heading there I heard some of the villagers muttering to each other. "Look there he goes that boys strange no question" I heard the school's headteacher say to the English teacher who replied with "dazed and distracted can't you tell".
I pretended that I didn't hear them and continued on my way. But I overheard the Baker's wife saying to the town sheriff "never a part of any crowd" to which he replied with "cos he is up on some cloud". "No denying he's a funny boy that tony" I walk a little bit faster to the book shop.
I arrived at the book shop without hearing anything more about me thankfully. I did hear something about eggs and something being too expensive. As well as the usual gossip around town about who's dating who and of course there was a lot of talk about Ross being back.
I entered the book store to see Phil and Clint there. Clint was one who noticed that I entered so he greeted me. "Hiya Tony back already was it that good? " he said with a teasing smile.
I rolled my eyes "Hey Clint and yes it was good" when I was at the front desk I gave Phil the book. I then head to the bookshelf and pick out a book called 'The Avengers'. It was one of my favourites and brought it to the front. Both Phil and Clint chuckled when they saw what book I was holding "haven't you read that book about twice?" Clint asked.
"Why yes yes I have but how could I not when it had a group of misfits saving the world from aliens" I ranted a little "well if you like it that much then keep it," Phil said. I looked at him surprised "but Phil-" I tried to decline but he interrupted "I insist you seem to enjoy it more than anyone". "Thank you very much," I said and with that being done I left the book shop.
When I left the shop I headed straight home. I knew people were talking about me which I'm not surprised by. Ever since father and I moved here I became the talk of the town. I shook my head and continued walking.
I was about to exit the town until I felt someone tap my shoulder. So I turn around to see Ross I ground. "Why hello Anthony" Ross greeted me groaned "Ross how many times do I have to say this call me Tony," I say. "Well anyway I wanted to see you," he said draping his arm across my shoulders.
"Ross not now," I said bluntly Ross didn't seem to like this since he tightened his grip. "What could be more important than me?" He asked I opened my mouth be he interrupted " Whatever it is can wait how about I show you all the medals that I've gained". I wriggle out of his arm and back away from him.
"As amazing as that sounds," I say sarcastically "I have to help my father," I say and before he could say anything else I walked away. One of these days hopefully he will move on and get with a girl or guy that wants him.