He mustn't know about this.

POV Ash.

      I have known Grom for a long time, he has always been my closest friend, a person I could rely on and whom I valued very much. But later I noticed that some very strange thoughts began to visit me. I kept thinking about how handsome, kind and strong he was. And at first I simply brushed off such thoughts, but later I realized that I loved Grom much more than my comrade... I tried to deny it for a long time, but finally decided to just accept it. After all, my attempts to deny it were simply futile. I often stare at him, thinking about something of my own, which even makes me feel a little ashamed. I hope he never notices it...       Grom always arrived at the castle before me. So every time I came to work, he greeted me with his wide, beaming smile. She is simply beautiful. Smiling slightly in response, I went to the staff room to get my work uniform. Specifically, a suit that resembled a fortress. When I was ready to get to work, I grabbed a dustpan and broom, which resembled a shield and sword. As soon as I left the staff room, I immediately started working, because people came here from the very morning, and often children or teenagers come here, littering or drawing on everything they saw around them, after which I had to clean it up throughout the day. It's really annoying. While I was cleaning the castle square, Grom walked around, inspecting the grounds. We'd meet a few times and exchange a few words, then continue our work. I wish I could talk to you forever.       Towards the end of the working day, the number of visitors dwindled, as did the amount of work for the day. When I finally cleaned up all the trash left by some kids, I finally felt a sense of relief at the end of another workday. It was already getting dark and there were no customers at all. Re-entering the staff room, finally taking off my work clothes and putting away all the other belongings, I re-entered the territory castle, feeling the warm breeze. You saw me and came up to me with your signature smile, greeting me once again. Now you were already without your stupid hood, hiding all your beauty...       As we were heading out of the castle, you started talking about something, but I wasn't really listening because all I could do was stare at you, my head in the clouds. The moonlight fell on you so beautifully, and you smiled so sweetly... I just couldn't take my eyes off you. Now I'll tell you everything. —Grom, wait. I said, stopping abruptly. —What's happened? —I need to tell you something very important. —Okay, so what about? You said this with some tension, but still smiling slightly. —You know, I... For a second I thought, should I really say this? But since I started, I should finish. —Grom, I've loved you for a very long time. You are very handsome and kind, I can always rely on you, I think about you all the time. About your beautiful smile and how I wish you loved me too... —Ash, I... I didn't expect that. But you know, I can confidently return the favor! Having said this, your smile widened.

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After this, Ash woke up with great anxiety, wiping the cold sweat from his forehead. —No, he mustn't know.. I will never tell him about this..