Linus generally considers himself an outcast off the town. He does not trust people, and doesn't seem to consider anyone in town his friend, as to the fact that most people don't treat him well
Gifts
Birthday
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“A birthday gift? That's very kind of you! I love it.”
Best
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“This is wonderful! You've really made my day special.”
Enter the town to activate the cut-scene.
Note: This cut-scene triggered with 0 hearts on Spring 8, 10, and 14th, as well as Summer 6. This is also true for Winter 10 with 1 heart (Requires Citation)
Details
George will ask you to scare of some raccoons who are stealing from his trash cans. Instead, you discover Linus, who is extremely embarrassed, but explains that if he didn't eat the food, it would go to waste. You then get the option to tell him what you think about his actions. After you leave, he proceeds to try to steal from the Saloon's trash can, where he is caught by Gus, who gives him a meal saying that he doesn't want any villager to go hungry.
Four Hearts
Enter the area near Linus' tent late at night (where the carpenter is) to activate the cut-scene
Details
Linus will invite the player over to his camp site. He will apologize for not trusting you when you first met, and thanks you for being a good friend. He invites the player into his tent, where he shows them how to craft Wild Bait for use in fishing.