This takes place in their first year in the Glade. So there will only be like 20 or less boys in.
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"Throw it in!"
The Gladers gladly obliged to throw their flaming torches onto the piled up sticks. The boys howled and played rhythms on items.
Y/N helped Gally give out jars of moonshine as well as experiment in putting various flavors to it like squirting a lemon into the drink or add in a dash of honey. Surprisingly enough, all of them enjoyed hers and Gally's drinks.
Once their barrel of fermented drink had ran out, both of them cleaned up their station before Gally could start fermenting them again. "Go on and enjoy the night, shank." He insisted after they cleaned up, preparing the ingredients for his secret drink. "Keep that greenie company." He said to her as he pointed out to their newest Glader.
When she turned to look at him, it was no lie that she got attracted to his physique in an instant. His blonde hair shined through the fire as well as his doe brown eyes whilst watching the flames dance around the wood by the log he was sitting on. His face looked so young and kind as if he drank a glass of water that came from the fountain of youth.
Then again, she cannot confirm her admiration for the boy with just a single glance at his face.
With that, she grabbed some freshly cooked bacon strips to share with him along with a mason jar of moonshine tainted with honey and lemon. Afterwards, she walked her way to the middle of the Glade where the bonfire was.
Concentrated on the dancing fire, the boy did not notice the she-glader taking a seat beside him. Joyful chatters were heard in the background while he tries to remember his name.
"Yo!" He was only taken out of his trance with Y/N suddenly nudged him. She tried her best to stifle her laughs when he almost fell of his seat. "You look like you haven't blinked the whole time." She remarked as she set down her amber drink to hold her hand up for him.
"The name's Y/N." She introduced herself as the boy slowly took her hand.
It was hard to point out what was the cause, but he suddenly had no idea what to say to her. For a moment, he only gazed upon her whilst shaking her hand. Don't just stare like a bloody fool! He thought to himself.
"It's nice to meet you."
It was the first time she heard him talk. His accent somewhat sent her in awe. Though, she hoped her semi-smitten impression of him. Nonetheless, one thing was for sure. She was never good with small talk.
"You still can't remember your name?" Asked Y/N, even though it was obvious that he was still trying to remember his name. Thankfully, he only shook his head. Usually, the conversation would end there when she talks to greenies. They would only stare at her as if she would know the answer.
"Don't worry, that's normal 'round here." She said to him, patting his shoulder nearest to her hand. "It'll come around. You want some?" Y/N offered her jar of flavored moonshine.
The blonde boy shook his head a no with vigor. "I've tried it." He shuddered in disgust, "But, I don't think I buggin' want to take a swig again."
His first try was straight up moonshine. Unlike Y/N's drink, there were no additives like lemon or honey at all. His gag reflex made him spit the amber liquid out of his mouth in an instant.
"Oh, but give this one a chance!" Y/N pressed on, sounding all laid-back as she was staring to get tipsy. "Albeit what you've tried out was just nothing but that bitter taste. Come on, just one sip from mine!" She urged the boy to do so.
The boy did not know if he should trust her or not. However, he was already taking the jar of the brown liquid from her when he was still contemplating about it. He glanced down by the rim of Y/N's jar, getting the scent of the same thing he smelt the first time around. Only this time, it was overpowered by something citrus-y defused with honey.
It would smell like lemonade of it wasn't diluted with moonshine. Though, because of its sweet smell, he gave in and took a sip. He didn't want to admit it but...
He was glad he listened to her. It did taste better than the first one.
"I told you so." Y/N grinned after seeing his eyes widen in awe. "You can have that if you like it so much."
He could only chuckle softly. "Thanks." He didn't know if it was possible, but he's already feeling comfortable around her.
For a moment there, Y/N's mind went blank already. What else was there to say to him? Nick and Alby had probably answered all of his questions.
That is, if he had a lot of them. He doesn't seem to look like a person who would ask a boatload of questions. Not to mention, he didn't seem too mindful of how Y/N was the only girl around the Glade. Compared to him, every newbie she came across questioned as to why Y/N was the only girl around.
"I hope you're feeling welcomed around here." Was the first thing Y/N's mouth blurted out. "You are the guest of honor tonight, so... it would be a kick in the teeth if I hear that you don't feel at ease the whole time."
"Believe or not, I actually do feel welcome." He chuckled. "Feeling safe around someone you don't know while not having a speck of memory doesn't happen a lot, after all." He added whilst taking a big gulp of the drink his possibly-new friend gave him.
"Someone?" Y/N suddenly questioned. "You mean, you only feel safe around one person?" She didn't know why, but she was starting to stammer.
It was only then, the blonde boy realized that he practically professed his partial admiration for her. Then again, he said it in a subjective manner.
Though, before he could explain himself to Y/N, they both heard chants cheering for Gally to their left. "Oh, the circle started!" The source of the noise seem to excite her, the boy thought. He was taken by surprise when she suddenly took his wrist and pulled him up with her. "Come on! Gally's winning!"
With that, they surfed through the small crowd until they were up in front. They got there just in time when her friend, Gally playfully, yet roughly, pushed his opponent out of the circle. All hooted for him except the for the greenie, who was lost in bewilderment.
"What just happened?" He asked the girl beside her out of concern. "Is he all right?"
Y/N hummed, "Yeah. It's just playful wrestling! Happens in every occasion like this." She reassured before generally explaining how the game goes and how one wins in it. "If one's pushed out of the circle, they lose. And so far, Gally's still the defending champion."
"Hey, Y/N's here!" George suddenly yelled out of excitement. Next to me, of course. Y/N smirked to herself.
She happens to be the greatest when it comes to this game. No matter how much the boys tried to beat her, she manages to knock them out of the circle.
Although, she didn't feel like playing at this point. "Yeah, I'm a little sore from gardening a while ago. Let Gally have his fun." She waved off, partially telling the truth. Her body was indeed sore, but it was still tolerable.
"Ah, C'mon! You're the best fighter here!"
Of course, Gally had to chime with the rest of them. "I'm tired anyways. Take over for a sec."
On the other hand, the blonde boy was fascinated and surprised to hear that. He was amazed by how in one night, he had already discovered that Y/N was capable of doing a lot of things like making good drinks and growing their own food. Not to mention, the fighting. I wouldn't be surprised if she could shoot a gun. He thought to himself.
Soon, they all started chanting her name. "Y/N! Y/N! Y/N!" Not one of them was willing to halt their chant until she gives in. And they got what they want.
Now, she took her worn out shoes off with a grin that both looked tired but is still filled with mischief. The boy only felt nervous for her. "You don't have to do this, you know?" He blurted aloud, letting the others hear him.
All of a sudden, the crowd erupted with 'ooh's along with whistles. "Looks like our greenie here developed a crush." Alby tittered like an elementary student.
It was only a matter of time until the rest joined into teasing the newbie. The flustered look Y/N noticed on his face gave away that he was feeling invaded.
"All right, enough of that!" She defended with a playful eye roll. Though, deep down, she was shaken up in a good way. "Okay, greenie.." She exhaled, leaving the boy shocked when Y/N chose him, "let's do a test drive on you."
The blonde boy didn't have any options to back out. If he didn't do anything, he conscience would call him a colossal wimp. And he didn't want that.
"No worries, blondie." She reassured as the two of them circled around their small makeshift arena. "You can go easy on me, or not. Either way, I'll be there to win." With that, she initiated a turning kick behind him.
Fortunately for him, he managed to dodge her attack in one swift motion. He took Y/N by surprise when he lunged himself towards her in attempt to push her out of the circle. However, his endeavor backfired when she stepped aside and pushed him down the ground.
"Phew!" She exclaimed through the cheers and hoots. "You almost caught me there."
The greenie took it as a chance to swing his leg to her shins, causing her to fall backwards with a grunt. Luckily for her, she hasn't went beyond the ring. "Bet you didn't expect that." He babbled with pride as he towered over her.
"Not bad." She complimented before grabbing him by the wrists to bend him down closer to her face. While she was at it, she placed her feet on his stomach so lightly that he couldn't feel it. "But don't get too cocky, blondie."
The next thing he knew, he was flipped out of the circle with Y/N's feet.
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"You were good back there." Y/N said to him whilst setting up the boy's hammock on the empty spot that was next to her as that was Nick's order. They had already called it a night. "You were quick and swift." She didn't mind sharing a room filled with boys. After experiencing fights with her, all of them were to scared to even make a move on her.
"Thanks." The greenie replied as he sheepishly rubbed his neck. Afterwards, Y/N finished tying the last knot, letting her be finally at rest after a long, but fun, day.
She sat down on her own hammock, facing him, who was doing the same whilst rubbing his back as it was little sore. The sight made her grimace herself. "I hope I didn't hurt you that bad." Y/N fretted. "I can get you some ice if you want."
"No, no." He reassured, "It's all right. I'm fine."
"You sure?"
The blonde boy nodded before he locked eyes with her. "Well, I'm still going to apologize for it." Y/N chuckled awkwardly before getting distracted by his chocolate brown eyes.
Before it could last any longer, he suddenly remembered something after his daze on her E/C eyes. "Newt." He muttered under his breath.
Y/N was dumbfounded when he suddenly grinned. "I remember my name!" He quietly exclaimed.
"That's good to hear." Y/N smiled. "So, what is it?"
"My name's Newt."
The girl couldn't help but laugh softly. She somehow liked his name. It was unique and it somewhat fits him. "Well, Newt," she started before she tucked herself in, remembering what he said about feeling safe with someone. She wasn't one to anticipate, but she could feel that he was talking about her. "I hope you really do feel safe with me. I know I am with you."
After she fell asleep, smiling lightly, Newt knew right away that he would always be there for her.
The End.
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