Terrmomix quickly adapted to his master's training and that of his other companions.
After four months, Terrmomix already felt more comfortable, as if life was smiling at him again.
He had formed a beautiful friendship with the other students of his master, especially with Marco. The two of them had become very good friends.
The two were sitting under a tree watching the sunset that lit up the sky orange.
—Terrmomix, if you manage to get into the academy, what will you do afterwards?—Marco asked with a smile.
He kept looking at the sky, he had never asked himself that question.
—Mmm... I don't know, I've never thought about it.—He averted his gaze to Marco—And you?.
—I... I will improve every day to become someone stronger and be able to protect all people.
—Ohh, ¡Like a hero?!
—Yes, something like that.
Terrmomix smiled, he was happy for him.
—You already have a goal for after getting into the academy. You're amazing, Marco
He gave Terrmomix a gentle nudge on the shoulder.
—but not as much as the guy who wakes up very early to train.
—Don't exaggerate.—said Terrmomix but his cheeks were slightly blushing from the compliment.
Marco stood up from the grass.
—Well, let's go back to the cabin, they must be waiting for us.
—Yes, you're right. Let's go—He also stood up and walked alongside Marco back to the cabin.
The days passed and happiness seemed to return to Terrmomix's life. Now he had people with whom he could smile.
In his free time he liked to spend time with Vexana and Robertita, he always helped them with a smile. All this caused Vexana to eventually fall in love with him over time.
She would get a bit nervous and shy when talking to him, she wasn't the same as when she first met him. Terrmomix noticed this but thought it was because she was sick because he didn't know what romance was. He had never experienced it.
After dinner, Vexana entered her room with a sigh and lay down on her bed on her back.
—What will I do with these feelings I have for him?—she said to herself.
A small child's voice was heard next to her.
—What feelings?
Vexana jumped, turned her head towards the voice, it was Robertita who was sitting on the bed hugging a stuffed toy.
—When did you come in?.
—Right when you did too.
She laughed softly and pulled her close to her.
—You're such a little troublemaker.
Robertita clung to her beautiful sister's arms.
—And what feelings were you talking about?.
—Oh, that... It's nothing.
—You like a boy, don't you?.
—You're still too little to know about that but... Yes, it's true.
—And why don't you tell him?.
—It's not as easy as you think.
—Dad told me that you should always say and express your feelings no matter the outcome, because if you don't you'll never know what could have happened.
—Dad told you that? Why?
—Because he already knew you were in love too and told me to tell you.
—You can't be—Despite her words, she showed a small smile—Silly dad.
That night, before sleeping she thought about those words for hours and finally made up her mind, tomorrow she was going to confess to Terrmomix.
The next day, Vexana called Terrmomix to a flower field near the cabin. At sunset she was waiting for him there, the field was full of beautiful flowers.
He arrived a few minutes later, he was surprised to see Vexana wearing a beautiful white dress, she looked very beautiful.
Terrmomix approached her, he was nervous just like she was.
—Hi Vexana.
—Hi Terrmomix, I'm glad you came.
—Yes, I couldn't leave you standing here, but... Why did you invite me to this place?.
—Ah... Well I... I wanted to tell you something I've been keeping inside for a while—Her cheeks were slightly blushing.
She took a deep breath to gather enough courage.
—The truth is... I really like you a lot! I'm in love with you, Terrmomix!—She exclaimed quickly with her eyes closed.
—What?!—He was surprised by the confession.
—What you heard, I really do like you—Her gaze was on the ground, she couldn't look him in the eyes.
—but... It's just that I...
—You... Don't feel the same way, do you?—Vexana's voice was getting lower and lower.
—It's just that I don't know anything about that, I've never felt anything like this...
—Oh, so you've never been in love...—Tears began to form in Vexana's eyes, her gaze still on the ground.
—Never. I don't know what it means to love another person in a romantic way.
She sighed, a sigh of disappointment and sadness, all she could do was accept his response.
But Terrmomix smiled and approached her to gently take her hands. She was surprised and looked up at him to meet his eyes.
—You were very brave to confess. I don't know what love is but... I'm willing to learn it for you.
Vexana's eyes widened, tears were still in her eyes but now they were not from sadness but from happiness.
—You know you're giving me hope, right?. I hope you're not lying—she said with a little laugh.
—I would never lie about something like this—His hands gently squeezed hers.
She smiled broadly, genuine happiness filled her body, Terrmomix was blushing but firm in his words.
Vexana approached and hugged him around the waist, Terrmomix's body tensed for a few seconds but then relaxed and he hugged her back.
—Do you think we should tell everyone about this at dinner?—Vexana asked.
—Of course, that sounds good—Terrmomix replied with a smile
The two returned to the cabin, Vexana now had a permanent smile on her face. At dinner they were nervous about what they were going to say.
Vexana was the first to speak, she inhaled and exhaled to calm down and gather her courage.
—Father, little sister and guys, Terrmomix and I want to tell you something.
Everyone's attention turned to Vexana. They looked at her curiously.
—Of course, what do you want to tell us?.
Terrmomix was the more nervous one, so much so that he couldn't look up to face them.
—I... I like Terrmomix and he accepted my feelings and wants to learn to love me too. So—Her cheeks blushed—you could say we're a couple now.
Everyone was left speechless, surprised by the news but then the students and her father laughed.
—We already knew—said Marco.
—Huh? But how?—Vexana asked.
—Well we thought it was strange not seeing Terrmomix around, so when we saw him heading to a flower field we followed him and witnessed the whole confession.
—Were you spying on us? Gossips.
The five students laughed again. Robertita slowly extended her little thumb towards Vexana.
—I give you my permission.
Vexana smiled tenderly.
—Thank you, dear little sister.
Son was happy to hear that, he noticed Terrmomix's nervousness and found it funny.
—Terrmomix, do you promise to take care of her and protect my daughter?—he asked him.
He looked up and nodded with determination and firmness.
—Of course I do, even though I don't understand anything about love yet I promise to take care of her and protect her.
Son nodded, satisfied with his answer.
—Then it's fine, you have my permission.
Vexana was happy and hugged Terrmomix again, he was happy too.
—Then let's celebrate this new beginning!—Ben exclaimed.
Marco took advantage of this to serve himself more food because he had already eaten everything. Dinner and the night were pleasant, everyone was happy for the two of them.