The next morning I felt invigorated as usual, I mean why wouldn't I ,I was the most popular girl in all of Sterlings High School.



I looked in the mirror at my reflection. I had hip length strawberry blonde hair ,light green eyes, high cheekbones, and what all of the _cute_ guys would say "kissable lips".



I got dressed then curled my hair and went down stairs to sit alone in this huge dreary glass house of mine.



There was a note on a small white folded piece of paper that read:



_Hey sis I went back to school with Sabastian and I brought you a fruit parfait for breakfast just in case you wanted one, sorry we couldn't eat together I'll visit you again soon. I adore you, so much._



















_Love_














_Crystal_



Great so I'm eating alone again.I thought not pleased with my situation.



Due to my parents extremely successful business doing whatever, they're away on business,and the only thing I have to look forward to is my sisters visits, which rarely ever happen,and when they do she brings her boy troubles with her
.


I went in the fridge and grabbed the fruit parfait. Then I shuffled to the door slowly grabbed my keys to my silver Porsche off of the glass key rack next to the glass door and left for school.

On my way to my locker I got pleasing compliments and greetings from every person I passed.

Then I met my two friends at my locker.


Isibelle,she's girly and has fair skin that she valued extremely. If there's a new skin product out she already has it.She has dark brown hair that stops, at her mid back and light brown eyes. she's always sporting a bright pink bubblegum lip gloss since she can't chew it (It was annoying so I asked her "Very" politely not to,_not being mean_) shes also really smart. Scoring amazingly high grades: I mean who gets a 250 on a test you can only get a 150 on?

Hanna,she's sporty and has skin with a constant tan due to her frequent sports events. She has high back length wavy amber locks that are usually tied in a neat ponytail that sits over her shoulder ,and determine blue eyes, she's also really good at avoiding things. I don't know how but she does,and that special little trick of hers can come in handy from time to time.

They've been my two best friends since kindergarten. We know each other like the back of our hands.

I scanned their outfits, Hanna wore cute peach jeggings,black bootys,a jean bleach printed vest,a white blouse and a curly pony tail. While Isibelle wore white sparkly shorts a pink halter-top,a cute top hat,and a pair of white converse wedges to finish the look and not to mention her big hoop earrings.

Those are totally ca-ute jeggings Han,and Isi I love that hat.I said happily.

Thanks,but your outfits way better. Isibelle smiled.

Yeah, and I mean that skirt's to die for.Hanna agreed.

Oh this, I got it centuries ago.I said twirling a little.

You liar That's the newest piece out of Prada's spring collection.Hanna nudged me gently.

Yeah, how'd you manage to get that I tried to get one and they were all sold out.Isi asked curiously.

Well I don't wanna brag.

Brag away. Isibelle smiled.

Okay,well since there were only three I talked to the designer and found out that she's like totally bffs with my mom and she practically gave it to me as a gift.
I lied remembering how the designer had sent it to my mother along with some sort of designer hat for my father as a thank you present for some reason.

It was true that they were bffs though.My mom wouldn't have worn it anyways she wouldn't have even seen it, she throws most of her mail away,and besides I just couldn't help myself.

OMG,that's totally unfair.Hanna pouted playfully.

Relax, you two know you can borrow it any time you want to.I shrugged.

Really?!They said together.

I nodded.

Then they hugged me tightly.

Okay okay lets get to class.I laughed.

Oh, wait you guys I forgot something, how about I meet you there.Hanna said.

We'll come with you.I offered.

Thanks,because I didn't want to go alone.She smiled ad sighed with relief.

We walked to Hanna's locker and waited for her to get what she needed.

Okay ,got it.She said grabbing her thick green chemistry book and tucked it under her arm.

Okay now let's go. Isibelle said turning.

Hey!

We turned to see Brian,Isibelle's boyfriend.They'd started dating in middle school in 7th grade, that means that they've been dating for 5 and a half years.

Brian was tall compared to Isibelle and he had skin similar to hers.He had brown eyes like hers and long messy-but cut,dark brown hair. He was basically what she'd look like as a guy ,he was cute and he was on the football team which was a bonus.

Hey .she smiled happily hugging him.

Where you headed?He asked.

To class. Isibelle said pointing in the direction.

Oh, me too.He lied.

We all knew he was lying,whenever he lied he'd look slightly to the the ground as if he were counting how many lies he had left before he would end up down there.

I cant believe you,get to class. Isibelle gasped and punched his chest gently.
.
See that was the difference between them he was rebellious, and she was a goody-two shoes. I'm not saying he doesn't make good grades, but he did like to skip classes just because his grades didn't need improvement.He was also student body president, I don't know how the teachers never catch him skipping,probably because his parents are rich like the other students in this school and can _"get rid"_ of any teacher they'd like to.

Ahem,Not that seeing you two be "mushy" is gross or anything, but seeing you two be "mushy" is definitely out of this world gross, and we really need to get to class.I smiled.

Okay,sorry Arihanna, Hanna, I'll see you later Belles.He kissed her moving his hands along the small of her back then turned back and walked in the opposite direction from us and with one final wave he disappeared around the corner.







Gosh finally!I laughed.

Hey,okay so today lets meet up at the mall I don't wanna be here alone.I said more like a question.



Umm actually Brent and I are going to go see a movie so I can't,sorry Rih. Isibelle said.



No It's okay,what about you Han?



I can't go either my parents want me to baby sit my brother while they go out somewhere. She hesitated with apologetic eyes.



Oh,okay, I'll just sit here and read a book or something.



Sorry.They said together



No you guys don't worry about it I'm a big girl. I can take it,you two have fun doing what you half to do, okay.



Well I don't see any fun in baby sitting, but okay, ttyl. Hanna said then she hung up.



Okay ,love you ttyl. Isibelle said before hanging up as well.



I went to my bookshelf and pulled a random book out with a loud sigh.



I went and started reading it on my bed,but it turns out that I grabbed the most tedious book that ever was. that I began to dose off, so I decided to just go to the mall _alone._


~


I went to all of my beloved stores only to find out that I had already bought _everything_ they had to offer last week. I decided to go to the first floor and sit on the ledge of the beautiful marble fountain where my friends and I usually sit to text, or wait for each other-my feet were killing me, and I could use a break from walking. I took my phone out of my purse, but my friends were seemingly still busy so I put it away again just as quickly.



Excuse me.I heard someone with an adorable British accent say.



I glanced up.



There was a tall guy with blonde locks that cascaded down his firm jawline and who had perfectly sculpted features,a turquoise kind of colored eyes,broad shoulders ,and he had a handsome smile he looked about 17.



Yes?I asked with a thin smile tearing at my lips.



I couldn't help but wonder why a beautiful young lady like yourself was sitting here, alone.



Hi I'm Eric.he extended his hand.



Arihanna. I said extending my own that was at least 3 sizes smaller than his.



He kissed my hand gently. Sending goosebumps up my arms.



May I accompany you?He asked with a gentle smile.



Sure.I nodded. Who could possibly say no to all of "this"?!



He sat down close to me.



Your not from here are you?



He smiled.Is it that easy to tell?



I nodded my head.Not many people have a British accent.I thought.



I could see that the tiny splotches of hazel green hidden in his eyes, they were gorgeous.



No actually I'm from England, but my family is here on business.



How long are you gonna be here,if you don't mind me asking?I questioned him curiously.



I'm not quite sure.He shrugged.But I am going to be going to school here so I guess it'll be a while I'm going to be attending the private school called Sterlings high school. Do you know about it?



I was shocked.I go there.I said smiling while inside I was doing a silly happy dance.



Oh well isn't that lucky for me,I've already met someone who hopefully can help me in school.He smiled.



Yeah sure ,here how about we exchange numbers.I suggested.



Oh, actually my cell phone doesn't work I'll half to get another that's actually why I'm here, so how about you just give me your number and I'll call you later today.



Sure.I wrote down my number neatly on one of the pink sticky notes that I keep in my purse and gave it to him.



Okay I'd like to stay,but I should go get that phone now.He smiled gently grabbing the little paper and sticking it into his pocket before he stood and left with a terminal hypnotizing grin.



On my way to my car I started to wonder if he'd really call,then again who wouldn't call _me,_ I pushed the worry back and drove home.



I'd just half to _wait_. I told myself.

I awoke from a loud ring sounding from my cell phone.



I must have fallen asleep.I thought.



It was 7:00 pm, and my phone was getting an unrecognized call.I answered it still not fully awake.



Hello? I mumbled and rubbed my eyes.



Hey this is Eric.



Oh hey.I said feeling awake immediately as I remembered the cute mall boy.



You sound like you just woke up.he laughed.



Yeah, I fell asleep when I got home.I said laughing a little and regretted telling someone-especially him, that I practically had no life.



Oh,well tomorrow will you meet me at the front office?He asked.



Sure.I smiled.



Great I'll be looking out for you.



Okay,me too.I said smiling even harder.



Alright, I'll talk to you some other time, you should rest.



Yeah, okay umm, see you tomorrow.I agreed even though the last thing on my mind was rest,I really would have rather preferred to talk to him for the rest of the night.



Until then.He said then he hung up.



I went to my contacts and labeled this new call :Eric (_cute guy_).
Then I changed into a pair of boy shorts and a white t shirt. Before I went back to sleep.



Tomorrow couldn't come soon enough.I thought.

The next day at school I met my friends at my locker early before any other students arrived with news and low fat cappuccinos.



So why are we here before most of the teachers are?Isibelle yawned.



Because I told you two that I had news.I handed them two of the three cups.



Whats the news?Hanna asked sounding curious.



Okay so yesterday instead of reading I went to the mall anyways and you wouldn't believe what happened..



What?They said together sounding interested.



Okay so I went to the fountain then all of a sudden a cute guy from England comes and talks to me, and I find out that today he's starting his first day here today!I exclaimed happily.



OMG it's like fate! Isibelle smiled.



Aww that's so cute. Hanna agreed.



IKR,Now excuse me I half to meet him in the front office.I laughed.



Tell us everything later.Hanna pleaded.



fine but you half to wait.I said smiling then I went to the spacey front office.
There was a man a woman and a guy there speaking to the councilor in a British accent,one of which I recognized.



Hey.I said happily tapping his shoulder.



He turned toward me with a smile.Hey.



Oh here's one of our best students ms.heart. Councilor Jane said to Eric's parents with a smile.



I shook their hands.It's nice to meet you.



And to you as well.They replied with kindhearted smiles.



Arihanna would you mind showing Eric his scheduled his is quite similar to yours.the councilor said.



The thought of having the same scheduled gave me butterflies,I don't know why I was acting so strangely around this guy, I mean he was just like any other guy,well except that he was from England which gave him a cute accent ,and that he had cute dimples ,and that.. what was I thinking.



No of course not.I smiled.



Okay here's his schedule .she handed me a thin blue folder.And then we left out of the office.



The same schedule. He smiled.I like that, I've been so lucky ,I hope this continues.



I showed him our classes and then we went back to our first period class room.



There aren't any assigned seats or anything and you don't half to be in here now.



He came and sat next to me.



Oh well then why are you in here?



Because I split with my friends earlier so yeah ,and I have nothing better to do.



Oh.He said moving closer.



You know you're very beautiful.He said his lips incing closer to mine.



Thank you.I blushed.



Then the bell rang and students were filling the room interrupting us.




Umm okay, so you should probably talk to the teacher.I said awkwardly.



But The teacher isn't here yet.He smiled and laughed a little.



My friends walked into the room and said hey not noticing him sitting next to me.



I pointed at him without letting him notice.



Oh ,and hi new guy,i'm Hanna. Hanna said and shook his hand.



I'm Isibelle. She smiled and shook his hand.

I'm Eric.He said.



Hi Eric that's my seat.Hanna said rudely in a nice tone.



Isibelle nudged her.



I-I mean you can sit there.



Isibelle went to sit with Brent who I was surprised to see since usually he skipped first period,and Hanna went to sit with a group of girls who were staring at Eric but because I was sitting next to him wouldn't dare to even come his way.



You wanna text me?I waved my pink studded phone.



Sure.He said digging into his pocket and pulling out the same phone as mine but it was black and had a red case.



OMG how'd you get that phone it's not even out yet?!



I could ask you the same thing.He laughed.



I have my hookups.



Me too.He said.
Then he looked down at his phone.



*E:Hey :)*

*A:Hey* :)

*E:You* *look* *more* *beautiful* *today.*

*A:Thanks*

*E: I really would like to kiss you.*

*A:..Well why don't you do it?*

*E:You don't mind people seeing?*

*A:Not if you don't*

*E: I don't care I think that I actually might like you.....allot*

*A:Me too..*




I looked up because he hadn't texted me back, and just as I faced him he kissed me.
The room was suddenly silent, and I knew why,but who cared the attention didn't bother us.



His lips were so soft, and he kissed me so tenderly it wasn't like any other guy it had more feeling.I thought.



After that breath taking moment he looked me in the eyes and for a second I thought I saw something I don't know different.



Then that second was gone, and everyone was oooowweing and the room was loud again.



Your good.I said touching my lips.



Thanks you are too.He smiled glancing down at my lips then back to my eyes.



The teacher came in and class began





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When school was over I went to the gym for cheer leading practice I was captain, I was also in gymnastics but I'd skip that from time to time.



When I went into the gym I saw Coach Sandford and Eric talking they laughed and then said good bye.



I walked over to him.What was that about?



Oh I am now officially on the football team.He smiled



Your into football?!



Yeah.He nodded.What are you doing?



I'm on the cheer team.



Your into cheer leading?!He said copying me and then laughing.



Yeah.I laughed.



Well I have nothing to do,would you let me stay and watch?



I don't know these practices are top secret.I joked.



I can keep a secrete. He smiled.



I guess you can stay,but all were doing today is a quick stretch so it'll only be about 15 minutes.



That's cool then we can hangout or maybe go out on a date?He shrugged.



Did you just ask me out?



He smiled.Is that a yes?



I nodded.Sure.



He went and sat on the bleachers with a smile.



Okay girls let's get done I'm sure you all have things to do.I said walking over to the group of girls in short shorts and tank tops.



After stretching We headed out into the parking lot and I was lead to a black Bugatti. He opened the door and let me get in then he closed it and got in on the other side.



Were are we going?I asked.



It's a surprise.He said with a wink.



Then we drove off.



So when's your curfew?He asked.



I don't have one my parents are always away on business and my sister rarely visits,so.



Oh yeah my parents go away on business allot too.He said.Okay well that makes it a whole lot better.He smiled.



So,where are we going?



I'm not telling you,what part of _"it's a surprise"_ don't you get?He laughed.



I don't know I guess the whole idea of the_"surprise" _thing.I laughed.



Well you'll just half to wait.He smiled and then drove out of the school lot.



*<3:*About 20 minutes later we pulled up into a park that had kids running in water that shot out of the ground or rather the fountain pipes from the ground, there were beautiful tall trees and fields of green everywhere ,there were food trucks with long lines of people who were mostly couples or at least they looked like they were,and there was a lit up movie theater.



Wow this is so beautiful were am I?



My special hangout,I come here when i'm upset about something.He smiled.



Did something happen?



No,I'v been here in America before,when I was 12 I really didn't want to leave England so when we got here I ran away and ended up here.



Oh.

Yeah so do you wanna get out and walk around?He said.



I nodded.Sure.I smiled happily.






*Let's go*

Eric opened his door, and as he walked around to open mine an unusual nervousness rained over me.



Oh no,what is wrong with me?! I thought biting my nails which was a nasty habit I'd dropped years ago.



I pulled my hand from my mouth and quickly wiped the few on my skirt.Eric opened the door with a smile that made me blush a little.



He's so cute.I think to myself.



I step out of the car and stand by as he closes it back. We walk for a little while around the fountain.



So um how do you like our school so far?I ask him.



He smiles.I like it more than any other one,you know..since your here.He grabs my hand gently and I turn a light shade of red.His hand is so much bigger than mine,and it was really soft and warm.I thought to my self.



Why am I so nervous,I've dated plenty of guys?? I thought silently confused.



Oh really,well that's good.I said coming up with something to keep calm and not jump up and down ,because I was that excited.



I timed my footwork, one foot in front of the other or i might have just fallen or tripped over air which was something I did at home often,(never in front of people,that could bruise my flawless image) he was so distracting.



I look over at him.I wonder if he's nervous,he didn't seem to be and if he was he was sure good at hiding it.He looked my way and we made eye contact for a second,i reverted my gaze straight forward quickly.I was a wreck.



I noticed him smile just a little.I guess he caught on.



You know I never thought that I'd come to America after just leaving all of my best friends,and find an amazing girl like you.He said stopping in front of me.



I blushed even more than before. That's so sweet.I said with a smile.



He nodded.Yep,It's confirmed.He said then grabbed my hand again and continued to walk.



What is?I asked confused.



Nothing,don't worry about it.He smiled flashing his cute dimples that I hadn't seen since the first day I met him,they were so adorable.



I shrug it off and continue to walk.So are we just going to walk around all night?I smile up at him.



No but what I have in mind for us to do starts in just a little while longer until then I'll just hold your hand and talk to you.He said swinging our hands together.



Oh,well what exactly do you have planned?I ask him curiously.



It's a secret. He smiled winking at me,and I think I blushed even more.



Your so cute.He said looking down at me with a smile.



What?I said surprised.



He smiled.Your so different now than when were in school.



Wow,he's noticed this in a day,I thought I could hide it longer i mean at least until I broke up with him?I think to myself.



Really,I think I'm acting the same as always.I said stiffly.



We stop walking and he lets go of my hand shocking me.



Really?He said with a serious look that I'd never seen on him since we met,but then again it was only a few days ago,or maybe just a day ago.



I nodded.Why would I let someone know that I was clumsy or acted totally different around certain people?I thought to myself.



His smile returns with his cute dimples.Okay if you say so.Then he grabbed my hand again intertwining our fingers,and we walk again silently.



But just so you know..He says looking forward. If you do I wouldn't tell a soul about your clumsy side outside of school,it'd attract too many other guys because its cute.He said blushing a little.



Did he blush?I thought to myself.No I'm probably seeing things.I thought looking down at my feet.



Well I'm sorry to disappoint all of those guys,and you ,but.. no I'm not clumsy and I act this way in and out of school.I lied sounding a little more defensive than planned. I mean why did it matter,it's not like I planned to treat him any different than my previous boyfriends,all guys are the same,my sister has made that pretty clear to me.



He looked down at me.Okay.He shrugged and began to swing our hands again.



This would only last for about 3 weeks or a month at the longest.I thought,but that thought made me feel heavy somehow maybe it wast me feeling heavy but my heart,it felt as though it disagreed with that decision. Maybe it means that is should end this sooner.



Eric looked down at his watch which was a silver Rolex.



Nice taste.I thought.



Oh good,its time to go.He smiled at me.



Where?



To what I had planned.He smiled once again showing off his cute dimples.Okay can you go and wait over there for me.He said pointing at a grass field with men around their late 20s from the looks of it ,in a uniform of orange shirts and black dress pants setting up a huge plastic thing with air.



Umm,okay.I smiled.Her ran off toward the direction of his car.



He wasn't trying to ditch me was he,would he do that?I thought getting worried.
I mean I don't really actually know him that well maybe he would.I thought bringing my fingers up to my mouth again but immediately pulling them down before biteing my nails off.
Wait no,there's no way,no guy would ever do that,not to me anyways. I said aloud and then walked slowly looking down at my feet the whole time not caring if I might have tripped or even fell straight down.He's going to comeback,but what if he's mad about the conversation from earlier.
*I was at war with myself.*



Then I heard the most relieving thing. Whats wrong?Eric asked looking at me worried.



Oh,nothing.I panicked and smiled quickly.



He smiled.You weren't worried that i'd leave you or something were you?



I blushed.No.I said turning my head.



Bingo.He smiled.Don't worry I would never leave a girl alone on a date.He said relieving me.not in my favorite place to be anyways.He added then started laughing.



I hoped he was joking.



I'm just messing around,so really don't worry.He said with a straight face.



I wasn't worried about that. I said looking at him lying.



He smiled.Whatever you say.



I looked down at his hands where he held a folded red and white plaid blanket.



What's that for?I asked.



You and I are going to sit on this.He smiled.



Oh.I said still confused as ever.what where we doing.



He spread out the blanket across the fluffy green grass.



Okay sit here for a moment,and I promise i'll be rite back.He smiled.



Okay.I said sitting down,then he walked away and disappeared once again.



He came back shortly as promised with a covered platter,and two ices.



What's that?I asked,smelling the familiar food,and loving the thought of it possibly being my favorite food.



It's 4 over sized pretzels. He said making me fall in love with my favorite food over again just by the way he said it.



Oh ,yummy,did I ever mention to you that I absolutely love pretzels. I smiled.



Wow no,I guess I just got lucky,He smiled.He sat down placing the container and ice drinks next to it.


For some reason I wanted him to sit closer.Oh well.I thought

Okay,so will you tell me what were doing?I asked curiously










.

Sure.He smiled.

I waited for him to tell me patiently.

He looked at me.Oh you meant now?He laughed joking.

Yeah.I laughed.

Oh,well then no,you half to wait,I'll tell you when we start doing it.He laughed.

But once we start doing it I'll already know.I said.

Exactly,then I won't half to explain.He laughed.

More people,started coming and had blankets doing what we were.What were we doing?I thought.

The men that were in uniform had moved and in there place was what looked like a huge white flat blown up screen.

Wait a minute,are we watching a movie?I asked.

Yes.He nodded with a smile.

Oh,what's it called?

Um I think it was a movie called Dirty Dancing.

Oh no way,I love this movie!I said happily.

Really?

I nodded.

Okay ,now I'm starting to just get too luck,I think a downhill is coming. He laughed.


The movie turned on and it was completely quiet throughout the entire park.
It was dark and the movie screen lit up the grass field. I leaned back and my hand accidentally touched Eric's,I immediately pulled it away.

Sorry.I whispered and blushed.

He smiled looking at me and grabbed my hand in his intertwining our fingers.
He laid back and watched the move still holding my hand,he brought my hand up to his chest and I could have been passed for a tomato rite about then.

A few minutes passed and it started to get chilly.I wrapped my arm around myself and Eric still held my hand.

Are you cold?He asked sounding a bit concerned.

No.I said dropping my arm to my side.

I heard him laugh a little then he pulled me down laying next to him in his arms.

My head was laid on his chest and I could hear his heart beat steadily I wish I could say the same about mine but no I could hear my heart beating from a mile away.

We stayed like this throughout the entire movie ,occasionally Eric would tighten his arms around me when they loosened or reach over to drink his drink or eat a piece of his pretzels,I couldn't even think about drinking or eating I was nervous and stiff.

When the movie ended I jumped to my feet immediately. Okay,that was fun.I said.

Good,I liked it too.He said standing up and stretching with a yawn.

He grabbed the platter and the two cups.I thought you liked pretzels Weren't you hungry?He asked.

No I wasn't that hungry.I shook my head lying again.

Okay well then I guess I'll just eat them for you.He said lifting the pretzel with a napkin and slowly moving it toward his mouth.I guess I looked like I really wanted it because he stopped. Unless you want it?

Um,no thanks.I sighed.

He smiled and put the pretzel back into the container.

I'll save them for you.He smiled surprising me,any other guy would have eaten it.

Whats his deal?I thought to myself.

You can have my drink if you want,I'm too cold to drink it.I said.

Thanks but I'm fine,I don't really want another one.He said picking up the blanket and folding it into a small messy square.

We threw away the cups and made our way to his car.

He stood in front of the passenger side door and opened it for me. I stepped in with a thank you smile that he accepted and returned. Then he closed the door and walked around the car to get in before driving away back to the school where my car awaited me.

When we pulled up to the school, the parking lot was empty so it was easy for him to just park next to my car.He got out of the car and opened the door for me.I got out of his car and he walked me over to mine which was a few steps to the right of his. I grabbed my keys out of my purse taking my precious time lettinghim know that I was expecting one last thing to end my night.

He took the hint and moved closer to me our lips just inches apart and I could feel his warm breath against my lips but then he backed up a little, disappointing me.Let's call this our first date.He smiled.

Sure.I smiled.Wait did that mean that he planed on having a 2nd and a 3rd or even a 4th?I thought. There was no way I could keep this relationship going,I might get too close and then he'll break my heart,I half to.And then my thoughts were interrupted when he pressed his incredibly soft lips against mine there were sparks it was even better than our fist kiss.I thought.
At some point he'd pressed me up against my car wrapping his hands around my waist and kissed me once or twice more before backing away with a gentle smile.

Have a good night.He said gently.

Thanks you too,I mean good night. I stuttered a little tongue tied.

He smiled walked over to his car and opened his door but waited for me.
So I opened my door waved and then got in he did the same and then we drove opposite ways.

*Leaving me wondering that maybe I could let this relationship last a little longer than planed.*

When I pulled up into my long winding driveway I got out and wet into my huge glass house where once again no one had been awaiting for me like any normal teenagers parents would be.

I hung my keys back onto the rack where I always put them slid off my shoes and then headed up the everlasting white staircase quickly.

When I finally made it to my room I threw my purse onto my desk as I flopped down onto my big comfy bed and focused on my ceiling .

Today was so fun!I smiled shouting as loud as I possibly could.

Then I got up and headed into my bedroom bathroom that was colored all pink and white so that I could run my bath water in my over sized Jacuzzi tub that could fit at least 7 people in it with extra space,a bath seemed better than a shower tonight.
I added bubbles and the water began to fill with pretty white bubbles.

I ran downstairs quickly so that the water in the tub wouldn't over flow before I got back and grabbed a glass of tea bringing it up to my room placing the cup on the rim of the big tub.I went back into my room tied my hair up into a tight bun before I undressed and then tied my fluffy white robe around myself then grabbing my phone.

I'll call Isibelle and Hanna.I thought already dialing their numbers.

Hello.They both said then began to laugh.

Hey you two,what's up?I asked.

Studying.Hanna said glumly

Watching TV. Isibelle said chomping on what sounded like chips.

What about you?Isibelle asked.

I just got home.I smiled happily,I'd been waiting for one of them to ask that question.

From doing what?Hanna asked curiously.

Well that's a long story.I smiled just thinking about my day.

Please do tell.Hanna laughed making us laugh too.

Okay.I started at cheer leading practice and ended with how I felt when I walked through my front door.

Oh,that's so sweet. Isabelle said.

Yeah but hey I'm going to go ahead and get in the bath.I smiled into the phone even though they couldn't see.

Okay but call us back later,we need to get together it feels like we haven't hung out in years. Isabelle demanded.

Okay okay I will.I laughed then we hung up.

I climbed off my bed and hurried to soak in the hot refreshing water.
I stayed in for about 30 minutes before finally deciding to get out and immediately feeling the change in temperature.I wrapped my robe around myself tightly and then went into my room getting dressed as fast as possible.

I threw on a pare of grey shorts that read the words pink on the back ,a simple white tank top ,and a pair of white ankle socks.

Then I got into bed grabbed my phone and clapped my hands lightly turning out the light.
I called Isi and Han after getting snuggled comfortably in bed.

We decided to all just come back to my house after school was over tomorrow in a hurry because Han had fallen asleep and didn't feel like talking.
I fell asleep shortly after the call,the date had worn me out and I hadn't even realized it,but it was definitely worth it.










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A dream~I'm running across a field of green alone feeling empty, but I look across the field I see Eric there waiting for me with a smile and open arms that looked so embracing.

The next morning I awoke to the brightly shining light from my window as my hello kitty alarm clock went of loudly automatically waking me up.I crawled out of bed remembering my dream and a grin formed across my face.I stretched making my way to the bathroom using it then I brushed my teeth and washed my face.I went to my walk-in closet and began scanning through my closet for an outfit that described how happy and energized I felt this morning.
I found a short bright pink dress that held tightly around my high knee and paired it with a navy blue blazer a light brown shiny belt that went around my stomach and a pair of shiny white Prada pumps accessorizing with a few black bangles and matching heart shaped earrings.I brought the outfit out and laid it onto my still messy bed.Then I went to my white vanity sitting down to look at myself.
I did my makeup using a grey smokey eye shadow a thin layer of black eyeliner,a pink lip stick that matched my dress with a shimmery gloss to put on top of it.
I curled my long hair at the ends and tossed it back over my shoulders.
Then I got dressed.I quickly grabbed my shoes bringing them downstairs and leaving them next to the glass door,I went into the kitchen grabbing a ripe banana eating it slowly on my way back up to my room again.I grabbed a white leather purse and stuffed it with things I'd need,then I ran back downstairs into the kitchen throwing away the banana peal, but realizing that I was still hungry.

Oh well I'll just stop by Dunkin doughnuts and pick something up.I thought as I went to the door slipped on my shoes grabbed my jingly keys and rushed to my car.

I went into the lonesome brick building and waited in line.I decided to pick Isabelle and Hanna up their favorite breakfast orders:For Isabelle a caramel latte with extra wiped cream and vanilla doughnuts with rainbow sprinkles,and for Hanna:a low fat latte with low fat creamer,and glazed doughnuts the ones with the lowest amount of calories.She was really precise at her weight being perfect her being an athlete and all an athlete and all.But finally for myself,I ordered a french vanilla latte and chocolate doughnuts.
The guy in the uniform handed me my bag with an "I really don't want to be here" look on his face.I left as fast as I could trying to get to school early so that I could wait for Eric I wanted to see him as soon as possible.I thought with a smile that wouldn't go away.I pulled up into the school parking lot and parked in my normal spot as I walked in through the front door getting greeted by everyone I passed and I gladly did my usual heart warming smiles,because today I was above ecstatic.

Just then I stopped in my tracks right in the middle of the hall.Oh no I hadn't!I thought to myself.I had started falling for a guy,this wont end well,but it's far too late because he already had me smiling both night and day I had already fallen.I shook off that thought and continued to walk normally to my locker.But they flooded back.It was true I had fallen for Eric,I loved every single thing about him,but wait maybe I'm just confusing love with like.I though convincing myself that it was the truth.

I continued walking and finally got to my locker with a clear mind I got my books then closed my locker and immediately headed to my homeroom classroom as usual.
I was the first to arrive ,but I didn't care I opened my doughnuts and began to eat them.I didn't have dinner last night, and I was starving.

A guy with thick glasses and shaggy dark brown hair came in and sat in the front of the room as usual with a gentle smile that I returned.

So I just sat and waited for my friends to get here with the smiles that won't fade on my face.











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Hanna and Isabelle walked through the door looking surprised to see me sitting there.

Why are you here so early?Hanna asked surprised.

Umm,I don't really know.I lied because my reason was too embarrassing.But I have breakfast.I smiled waving the box.

Ohh Yummy you got Duncan Doughnuts,where's mine?Isabelle smiled rubbing her tummy.

Rite here I said handing her the box with her usual order inside of the bigger box then I did the same for Hanna.

Mm,thanks.Hanna smiled at her low fat doughnuts.

No problem.I smiled eating one of my own doughnuts.

They sat down where they usually sat and continued eating.
hose
So what are we planning on doing when we get to Arih's House?Hanna asked.

Maybe we can watch a movie?Isibelle suggested with a shrug.

Sure that sounds good.I smiled.But which one?I asked.

Umm how about we each pick like two of our favorite movies then well choose between them all Hanna smiled.

Yeah,great idea. Isibelle smiled.

Okay make sure they're good,and no scary ones please because I do half to sleep alone in that hose.I said quietly.

Oh don't worry yo scardy-cat we won't.Hanna said pulling at my cheek.

Oww. I whined making them laugh.

More students walked in with greeting smiles, but the one I noticed immediately when he walked thorough the door was Eric and a smile spread across my face as I was about to plop another doughnut into my mouth.

Good morning.He smiled flashing his cute dimples and sitting in front of me but turning his chair around.

Good morning.I smiled back.

He leaned forward and unexpectedly bit a chunk out of mu doughnut.Mm that;s tasty.He laughed.

Hey that's mine.I laughed.

You can share can't you.He laughed.

Nope,these are all mine.I teased.

He ate the rest of the doughnut out of my fingers.Oh well.He stuck out his tongue.

Han and Isi laughed at our comical conversation.

I leaned forward and bit a doughnut in his face with a smile.

He leaned forward and surprised me with a gentle kiss getting everyone's attention.

He smiled.So you wanna hangout tonight?

Oh,I can't I sorta already had plans with these two gals over here.I smiled.

He laughed.It's no problem,we can just reschedule it some other time.

Sorry to steal her away.Hanna smiled.
If anything I was the one who tried to steal her away.He smiled showing his dimples once again.

The teacher came in and started class as a study hall.

When we went to or next class I walked to my locker with Eric and then after a quick peck he parted to his separate class and I met back with Han and Isi.

When school ended I checked my phone for any new messages.
There was one from Eric it read:*Hey,sorry I couldn't walk yo to your car or anything but my parents asked me to come home as soon as school was over for some reason,I'll talk to yo later ;).*

I text him back:It's no problem I don't mind,but nothing bad happened rite,text me back when you can :/.

I drove home after talking with Hanna and Isi in the parking lot they said they'd be over asap.

When I got home I did y daily routine,putting my keys away on the key rack slid off my shoes by the door and then I decided to change into a pair of light pink shorts and a withe halter top with white ankle socks and my pink fluffy slippers.

I ran downstairs into my all white living room and grabbed the movies:The breakfast club,Letters to Juliet,and my all time favorite _Dirty Dancing ;)_

A few minutes later I heard a knock on the door there was Isibelle In a pair of magenta shorts similar to mine a black tank top,and black ankle socks with black Toms.

I dress comfortable I even brought matching slippers.She smiled waving her matching magenta slippers around.

She came in and we sat down on the couch be fore having to get rite back up to answer the door for Hannah to be there in loose rainbow pants a grey tank top and grey sparkly slippers with hot pink socks underneath.
She smiled and then runs and sits down on my couch.

Isi and I joined her.

Okay what movies do you two have.I said with a smile and curiosity.

I have 101 dalmatians and finding Nemo. Hanna laughed.

Wow,I have The house bunny,and scary movie 4 which isn't really scary its funny. Isi said specifically to me with a little laugh.

I know.I laughed.Oh and I've got Dirty Dancing and The Breakfast Club.I smiled.

Wait Dirty Dancing,isn't that the movie yo went to see with Eric yesterday?Hanna asked with a cheesy grin.

Yeah,but so what I've always loved that movie.I said nudging her.

We decided to watch scary movie 4 first then the breakfast club,and finally ended at around 7:30 with 101 dalmatians.

Okay well I'll see you tomorrow at school.I waved as my friends drove away in their cars.

I ran up the stairs and into my room.


i jumped into bed clapping the lights off the lights.

I checked my phone for any new text messages and surely there was one from Eric.

It read:Hey don't worry it turned out to be no big deal.

What happened?I text back.

My phone vibrated,he'd texted back.

*E:Oh my parents wanted me home to start packing.

*A:Are you going somewhere or something?*

*E:They wanted me to come with them to Paris,I think they're thinking about relocating for business just for a little while though.. :/*

*A:So your leaving?!*

*E:Actually no, I decided to stay behind while they go and do that :).*

*A:Great :)*

*E:Yeah,but I'm not to thrilled to be staying home alone,it's a pretty big house.* :/

*A:Oh,yeah I know what you mean..*

*E:Oh yeah I forgot you live alone don't you?*

*A:Yeah,and it does get really lonely sometimes..*

*E:Well don't feel scared I'm here for you ;)*

*A:LoL,it's too bad your not actually here.*

*E:Yeah,that'd solve both of our problems.*

*A:Do yo-. I started.Do you want to come?I sent it nervously.*

It was a little over a minute before he replied and I began to worry that he thought I was being pushy or something.

*E:That sounds cool,but I don't know where you live. :) LmL.*

I was so embarrassed at my stupidity.

*A:Right I forgot I haven't showed you my house before,how about we meet somewhere?*

*E:Sure,just name the place.*

*A:how about that park near the school?*

*E:Sure I think I know the one your talking about,but if it's the wrong one remember you got me lost with bad directions LmL.*

*A:Okay I'll be sure to remember.LoL*

*E:Meet you there in 30?*

*A:Okay see you then ^.^.*

I was so excited that I jumped all over the place and immediately went and slid on my white Vans without changing and straightened my room up a little then ran around spraying air freshener it smelled of sweet flowers.
I threw the can back into the closet I'd gotten it from and rushed to grab the shoes Id left at the door before putting them away into my closet,I noticed a white pillow from the sofa sitting on the floor so I placed it neatly back onto the couch and once I was sure every thing was neat I ran all the way back upstairs and brushed out my hair,the curls at the ends had fallen into waves, but it looked good so I decided to leave it that way and just pushed my hair back over one of my shoulders leaving the other one covered.

Awesome.I said to myself.As I stood and made my way down the long staircase before grabbing my phone stuffing it into my front pocket and unhooking my keys from the rack then leaving out the door and hopping into my car heading to the small childrens park near the school.

I finally pulled up into the parking lot of the park where I saw Erics car parked.

I crawled out of my car door and walked into the park after seeing that his car was empty.

I was about to call him when I spotted him sitting in a swing pushing himself back and forward slowly.He wore white Nike gym shorts,a plain white T-shirt,and white Jordans with white ankle socks peaking out from underneath.

Hey.I called with a small smile that didn't show nearly how happy I was exactly.

He turned.Oh,hey.He said with a gentle smile flashing those cute dimples of his.

I went and sat in the swing next to him.

We sat silently but comfortably as we swung slowly side by side.

Okay so you want to get to your house?He said smiling.

I nodded.Sure.Then I stood handed him one of the key cards that my guest use to open the huge electric gate that guarded my house and led the way back to our cars.

Wow,I didn't think this through.I laughed.

What do you mean?He asked sounding confused.

Well we came in two cars,so I guess you can just follow me.I laughed quietly.

Oh yeah.He laughed a little.

I waved as I got into my car and then began to drive with Eric following closely behind.

We drove up a dark long winding rode and made a left turn where you would see street lights every now and then for the most part of it was pitch black.As we round a corner we approached My house or mansion whatever you want to call it with inviting lights everywhere.

I went to the gate, and it opened immediately because my car had a key installed into it.

The gate closed then reopened as Eric used the key card he looked familiar with the gate.

I wonder if he has one at his house.I thought as I waited or him to get through.

When he did we continue to drive up the long drive way for about 4 or 5 minutes passing all of the other accessories to my house like the pools,garden,green house,tennis courts,fruit trees,stables,helicopter landing,and all the outer things my dad had built to entertain me while they were away.

We finally got to the house and parked I waited for Eric at the front door.

He got out of his car with a smile.Nice place.

Thanks.I say.

Here you go.He said handing me the card to my gate back with a smile.

Oh,No you can keep it.I said handing it back.

Okay.He said sticking the card into his wallet that was full of credit cards and a load of money.

I unlock the glass door, and we walk in.Okay make your self at home.I smiled as I turned on the light and slid off my shoes.

When I took my shoes off he took his off and placed them neatly next to mine.

Good I didn't half to ask him to take them off,my moms weird obsession with her floor was so annoying at time.I thought.

Okay come on.I smiled then pulled him up to my room quickly.

When We walked into my room his jaw dropped.

Wow,this is a lot of pink.He laughed.

I laughed with him.Yeah,my mom decorated it for me,she insisted on it being this color along with my bathroom.I said pointing at the door in the corner of my room.

That's funny my dad did the same thing,but I redid my room.

I laid down on my bed.At least it's comfy.I said patting the spot next to me.

He came and sat next to me and for the first time he looked nervous.I smiled, it was cute.He was fiddling his fingers and watched them as he did it with a light shade of red in his face.

I laughed a little.He was nervous?I had completely forgotten to be nervous I was just so happy to be with him.

He looked over at me.What?

Nothing,it's just that you finally decided to break away that poker face you always have,you look so cute blushing.

What,I don't have a poker face.He said.Do I?He asked.

I nodded.Your so hard to read,well except for now.I smiled and sat up.

I must get that from my father.He shrugged.

I leaned in closer to him and kissed his soft lips gently,then I laid back.

Its adorable.I said feeling confident.

He smiled.Oh really?

I nodded with a smile.

He crawled over me and gently pushed his lips against mine repeatedly,then he kissed my neck a few times.

He stopped and looked down at me focusing on my eyes.How do you feel about me?He asked with a serious look.

Well,I-I um.I blushed.

He smiled flashing his dimples.Do you want me to tell you how I feel about you?He said gently.

Sur-.I started.But then I thought,what if he says he doesn't like me,or worse what if he says he loves me then I'll half to admit it to myself that I really might like him.I shook my head.No don't tell me.I said.

Why not?He asked confused.

I thought quickly.I want to go with my imagination.I said softly.

Oh,well if you insist,I won't say it.He smiled gently.

I smiled up at him relived.

He leaned down and kissed me gently again.Then he got off of me and took off his shirt revealing a tight and toned 6 pack of abs.

I smiled.Nice.

It's nothing compared to your body.He smiled making me blush.

He drawled to the top of my bed bringing me with him and jut laid beside me.

I just want us to take our time.He whispered.

What? Did he mean he didn't want to get down to 3rd base I thought.

I want to do this when your ready,when you can say that you feel the same way I feel for you,when you want me to say how I feel about you.He said

Does he know why I don't want him to say it?I thought.

Everyone around school has been telling me that you don't like to be in important or committed relationships.He said.

I nodded.Yeah,it's kinda true.I said softly.

Why?He asked.

I turned away.I don't want to be....tied down.I lied.

He turned my way.That's not true is it?

I was quiet.

Should I tell him?I thought.

He placed a warm hand on my arm.

Are you sure you really want to know?I asked him not turning to face him.

Yes,I'm absolutely sure.He said.

I inhaled deeply.Well,I don't want to get hurt,by anyone,and especially not by someone I let myself love.I said.

So you don't got close to the guys you date?

I nodded.

Well I wont hurt you,I promise.He said.

But isn't that what they all say?I said.

Well I'm not sure but I know that I won't.

I moved away a little.

He pulled me back close to him and hugged me tightly.I promise that I'm going to get your love,and I promise that when I do I'll cherish it until you decide that you don't want me anymore,I won't mind,but I'm not promising I'll ever let that last part come true,because it wont.He whispered in my ear.

I smiled.I hope that comes true.I thought as I placed my hands in the air clapped my lights off and then fell asleep in his strong yet gentle arms.

I awoke to the sound of my alarm clock feeling colder than I had when I fell asleep,but that was because a pair of arms were missing.
I sat up slowly and tapped the button on the alarm clock silencing it.Then a smile spread across my face as I remembered last night.
There was a note on my dresser that I noticed sitting there folded on a white sheet of paper with neat handwriting on the inside.
I read:




_Hey sorry that I could't stay longer but we have school and I needed to get home to change,I'll meet you in class._











~_Eric <3_

I smiled as I reread the note once or twice more.
I folded it backup neatly and place in back onto my dresser.

I went into my closet and picked out an outfit I ended up choosing: A pair of navy blue floral Jeggings,a peach sheer top that matched the floral print,white open toed wedges.a few bangles and dangley studded earrings.I wore my hair in a long loose french braid tying a peach ribbon into a bow at the end.

I went downstairs quickly after grabbing a peach colored purse and filling it with necessary items.Then I went into the kitchen finding another note similar to the other one that read:

_Don't worry about breakfast I'll pick you something up:)_
















_~Eric_

I grabbed my keys and headed straight for school,I spotted Eric's car parked in his normal space and I quickly made my way too the class room receiving greetings from everyone I passed.I walked into the classroom and saw Eric sitting in his seat staring at his phone so hard that he didn't notice me standing there.

Hey.I smiled getting his attention.

He looked up.Oh hey.His eyes lit up immediatly.
I notice the duncan doughnuts box sitting on his desk.I walked over with a smile.

You hungry?He asked.

Sure.I nodded.

He opened the box revealing a box of chocolate doughnuts and a cup holder with two identical cups. Tada!He smiled.

That couldn't possiblely be my order I get every time I go to duncan doughnut,is it? I smiled.

He smiled with a nod.I pay attention.

He handed me the box of doughnuts that I happily began to eat. He just smiled and watched.

Aren't you hungry?I asked him curiously.

No,I already ate.He shook his head.

Oh.I shrugged.

I ate about a quarter of the box before I couldn't possible eat anymore.

He lifted the cups.Here you go.He handed me the one from his left hand and then drank the one in his right.

I gladly accepted.I slowly drank down the warm drink.To my surprise it was french vanella.

I continued to sip it slowly.Thanks.I smiled.

It's no problem, I mean it's the least I can do you did keep me company last night,so I owed you.He smiled gently with a wink.

Your so silly,but hey I wouldn't mind if you asked me to keep you company more often,then I'd have company too.I said with a smile.

Well then you should come to my house this time?He said sounding more like a question than a statement.

Sure.I smiled.I wonder what his house looked like.I thought.

Okay,so how about tonight?He asked with a smile.

Sure.I nodded with a smile.

Just then students began to come into the room.

I went and sat down in my seat,Eric turned his chair around so that he could face me and we began to talk about random things until Han and Isi walked in sitting next to me.

Why are you so early again?Isi asked.

I shrugged.I don't know.I lied as I remembered the notes with a smile.

A familiar teacher with short brown hair and dark brown eyes under thin glasses that wasn't the one who taught this class came in with a smile and announced that our teacher had gotten into a terrible accident without any change in her happy expression.She must have really not liked him.I thought.and our class would once again be a study hall which really meant doing whatever we wanted silently well at least to us it did, then shortly she left closing the door. Big mistake.I though every teacher knew that you were supposed to keep the door open,well apparently every teacher except for her.


Eric returned his attention to me.That was weird.He laughed.

I know she seemed happy that our teacher got into an accident.Hanna said noticing what I did.

Hey where's Brian Isi.I asked noticing that he was no where to be found.

She shrugged. I Don't know,probably skipping as usual.She said dreading the idea.

I dropped the subject.

Who's Brian?Eric asked sounding confused.

He's Isibelles boyfriend.Hanna said.

Oh.He smiled.

So,Eric has Arihanna invited you to the party?Isibelle said changing the subject.

What party?He said confused.

Oh,I'd forgotten all about the party,I've been so in the clouds lately,I'm not sure why.I said.

I know why. Isibelle snickered looking at Eric.

Is someone going to fill me in?He laughed.

Oh,well we always throw 3 awesome parties every year at our houses you know just for fun and my party's turn is coming up next week on our break. Isibelle smiled.

Yeah,It's too bad you already missed mine.Hanna smiled.But you still have Arihanna's at the end of the year.She added.

That sounds fun.He smiled.

Yeah,it will be.I smiled

So you wanna know the theme I decided with this year?Isibelle said sounding excited.

We all nodded sure.

Okay so I'm going to turn my backyard into a beach and the party's going to be like Hawaii,my mom already ordered in all of the sand and my pool water is going to be salt water,and the buildings that we usually use for parties were going to turn them into spa rooms and bedrooms,and I plan on sneaking in loads of imported alcohol its going to be awesome!She smiled mischievously as the word alcohol left her mouth.

That sounds cool,but I hope it'll end up being better than how it sounds. Eric smiled.

It will be,we never disappoint with our parties.I smiled.

I'll hold you to that.He smirked and moved his lips close to mine.

Okay.I said and I moved mine closer to his.

Just as we were about to kiss we noticed everyone staring and quickly moved apart receiving complaints.

I'm so proud of you. Isibelle said to me.

What,why?I asked confused.

Just two weeks ago you wouldn't have done that with a guy, because you never like guys.She smiled and leaned on her hand staring at me.

I guess she was rite.I thought to myself.I smiled.I guess.

Before I knew it the class was over,and then the rest of the day went by just as quickly.

I headed to my locker with my things and spun in my combination quickly before pulling it open and sticking my books inside.

Hey. Eric said leaning against the locker next to mine with a handsome smile and his adorable dimples showing.

Hey.I said as I grabbed my chemistry book then quickly put it back after remembering that I had no homework tonight.

I'll walk you to your car.He said more like a question.

I nodded.Sure.Then I shut my locker door and walked along side Eric.

He grabbed my hand and entangled his warm fingers into mine making me smile.

We walked to my car quietly.

He smiled.So,do you want to hang out later?

Sure,what do you have in mind?I asked.

how about my house,watching some movies with lots of ice cream?He laughed.

Oh that sounds yummy.I laughed.

Oh believe me it will be,I'm a killer with the sundaes.He laughed. Okay so I'll come over and pick you up around 6?He said biting his bottom lip as he watched mine.

Okay.I smiled and then kissed him gently,as I pulled away he started to lean in for more but pulled back and smiled.

See you then.He said as he walked to his car.I drove away after a final smile and a wave.
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As I walked up to my room I grinned like crazy. Yay!I shouted.I get to see Eric's house.I sang.

I decided to take a quick shower washing my hair over and over again until it smelled of sweet strawberries the scent of my new shampoo,then I got dressed in a pair of shorts and a grey cropped top with smile written in a spray paint style in rainbow colors,and pink vans 8 with my usual white ankle socks.
I sat at my vanity and unwrapped my hair from the pink and white towel-it had dried, I ran my fingers through my hair and it naturally bounced back up into the loose waves that I decided I'd wear today.

I put on a little lip gloss and then flopped onto my bed as I awaited for him to get here.

I got a text about an hour later at 5:50.It was from Eric it read: *Hey,I'm almost there :)*

*Okay,Cool I'm already ready.* ?I texted back.

I ran downstairs almost tripping but I caught myself and slowed down before sitting on the couch and waiting impatiently.

I herd a soft knock on the door and shuffled quickly to the door before snatching it open with a smile.
Eric smiled back.Hey.

I hugged him.Hey.And then I shut the door behind myself.

We walked to his car he opened and closed the door for me and then went around and got in.

So what's your house like?Is what I was wanting to ask,but decided not to I mean what if it's offensive in a way-or whatever.

So are you excited to be going to my house finally?He asked as if he read my mind.

How'd you know?!I laughed.

I can tell by the way your so quiet and you look deep in thought.He laughed.

Oh,sorry.I apologized embarrassed.

Don't be.He smiled gently and then we exited through the gates.We passed by the school and went further down stopping at 1 or 2 red lights before turning down a one way road surrounded by beautiful trees that shaded the road.We stopped at a gate similar to mine and it opened for his car like mine did we drove for about 5 minutes passing fields of green and bunches of courts and lonesome buildings before pulling up in front of a mansion that was about the same size as mine,it was a creme color and had flowers in the windows in balcony and around pillars,Eric pulled the key out turning off his car.

Your house is beautiful.I awed.

Thanks .He smiled.But do you want to go in?He asked with a little laugh.

I nudged him.Yes.

He opened his door and walked around to my door before opening it.

As we walked toward the white double door he smiled.Oh and you look beautiful,and your hair smells even better than it usually does.He wrapped his arm around me.

Thanks,it's my new shampoo. I laughed.

Well I like it.He smiled and opened the door and we walked into a round room that had two white curved staircases,off white marble floor,clear glass a table with light pink roses in the middle it was decorated a lot like my house his parents and my parents would absolutely love each other. I thought. I noticed a note folded and neatly placed near the edge of the table.

Eric grabbed the note unfolded it and then read it to himself.

Oh,we have the house to ourselves.He smiled.

What do you mean?I asked confused.I thought you lived alone.I asked.

Yeah,but the maids and butlers usually stay until I go to sleep and then they comeback in the morning,like yours.He said.

Oh,wait what do you mean like mine?I asked.

Yeah I met your staff the this morning they were really nice and they cooked breakfast for me.He smiled.

But I told my parents that I didn't want them to come anymore while they were gone.I said.

Yeah,I wasn't supposed to tell you,they come and clean while your sleep.He laughed.

That does explain the fresh flowers and the sparkling clean house.I said bringing my finger up o my lip.

Okay so right this way.He smiled and led me down the hall in between the two stair cases.There were pictures of him as a child on the walls and a few of him that looked recent then there was one of him and his parents.His mom was pretty she had brown curly hair that stopped at her mid back and dazzling silver eyes and her smile was really gorgeous.His dad was tall like him and had blonde hair and blue eyes and he had dimples similar to Eric's-though Eric's were cuter.I remembered them from that day I saw them in the front office with Eric when he first came to school.

We continued down the hall and ended up in a creme living-room there was a huge flat screen TV against the wall and a shelf I assumed held movies inside there was also a large fish tank that was built into the wall it was really beautiful.

Nice.I smiled.

Thanks.He said as we sat on the couch.

You can just sit here while I go and get everything ready.He said standing.

But I want to help.I said standing up.

Fine.He laughed.And we walked down a hall into a large silver kitchen.He went into the freezer and grabbed a tub of Neapolitan ice cream and then into the cabinets grabbing two bowels and two ice cream scoopers.

He handed me a scooper. Scoop away he laughed opening the tub of ice cream..

I dug into the chocolate ice cream as he attacked the strawberry ice cream.

Oh wait you have something on your face.He said.

Where?I asked.

Rite there.He said flicking ice cream onto me.

Ahh it's so cold!I yelled as it slid down my shirt.

He laughed.

Your going to pay!I yelled as I flung ice cream at him it landed smack on his cheek and slowly slid down his neck.

Oh my god.He yelled with a laugh.

I cracked up at the sight of him wiggling as the ice cream slid along his skin.

This is not funny.He laughed.

You did it first.I laughed.

So it _was_ funny when it happened to you.He laughed then he flung another scoop of ice cream at me.This would really hurt if it were frozen solid. I thought as it splattered onto my shirt.

I returned the favor with a scoop of ice cream and laughed.

Several scoops later we were all sticky and covered in ice cream and when I say covered I meant it the whole tub was empty and the only ice cream left were the 5 scoops each of us had in our bowls,and I planned on eating that.

Aww ,look at me I'm all messy.I laughed.

You?Look at me!He laughed.

I laughed at the sight of him drenched in vanilla,chocolate and strawberry ice cream.You look silly.

Well to me you look delicious. He said licking his lips with a wink.

Shut up. I laughed and I pushed him gently.

I'm serious.He smiled moving closer and then licking the chocolate off of my cheek making me blush.

He wrapped his arms around my waist and I felt his sticky yet warm body press against mine.Then he kissed me roughly repeatedly and then moved down to my neck.He placed gentle kissed along my neck before sliding his warm tongue along it licking off the ice cream trails.I let out a soft moan it felt nice and it released all of the butterflies that built up in my stomach. I wrapped my arms around his neck and ran my fingers through his soft hair.He pressed his lips roughly onto my neck and I once again moaned quietly.I kissed his lips and bit his lower lip softly.He lifted me up onto the counter and continued to kiss me he pulled me closer to him by wrapping his arms tighter around me. I kissed his neck and licked the sweet ice cream off of him he tightened his grip around me and then loosened it when I finished.We stopped and looked each other in the eyes.

I guess we should get cleaned up,huh?He managed to say breathing roughly.

I nodded.Only if you want to,I could stay like this all day.I smiled.

He smiled.So could I,but I am feeling a little sticky,so unfortunately I need a shower and so do you.He smiled.

Together?I asked.

Not unless you want to.He smiled.

I laughed.I'll take one alone ,for now.

Fine,but lets hurry and go so that I can get back to you.He said helping me down off of the counter then leading me up the stairs into his bedroom.It was a room with grey walls,a king bed with white,black,navy blue and grey everything,a navy blue fur rug over white carpet,a black dresser,a flat screen TV,a movie shelf,and two other doors that leaded into his matching bath room and his closet

He walked over to one of the doors and walked inside,then came back out holding a white t-shirt.Here you can use this while I wash our clothes.

Thanks.I smiled.

He went back in and grabbed himself a t-shirt and gray sweat pants.

That's the bathroom you can use,I'll use the one down the hall.

Okay.I nodded then went into the bathroom and got undressed down to my white lacy bra and underwear set. I cracked the door to peek out and see if he was still there and I caught him in his boxers.

Oh,sorry.I smiled to myself.

No problem,but hey you peeked out at me so if I do it you can't be mad.He joked.

I wont be.I laughed. In fact,I wouldn't mind if you'd came in now.I smiled telling the truth.

No,I think I'll let you have your privacy.He chuckled.

Okay,but don't forget I did offer.I smiled and then turned on the warm water and then switched the shower on.

I opened the door once more and found him in a towel,his tight abs shown like trophies.

Um you didn't give me a towel.I smiled as I stuck my top half of my body and a leg show out the door.

Oh,right sorry.He said staring.

I laughed.You want a photo?

He nodded his head.If you want to I'd gladly except it.He laughed.

Then he walked out the door and came back shortly with fresh white towels and a wash cloth.He came over to the door with his eyes covered. Permission to look?He smiled.

Permission granted.I laughed.

He uncovered his eyes and looked as though he liked what he saw as he passed me the towels and cloth.

Thanks.I laughed as I grabbed the towel.

No problem.?He said and then backed away from the door.I'm going now.He smiled then left out the room.

I closed the door and hung the towels up on the rack before getting into the warm water and washing myself with the white bar of Dove soap.I noticed the men bottle of body wash.That's what he uses.I thought.I washed up once or twice more before washing my hair or rather just rinsing it since I had no shampoo,using his was out of the question,and besides the scent from my shampoo was still there.

I got out of the shower hugging the fluffy towel around myself and then walked out of the bathroom to find Eric there with his towel open,it was a good thing he was facing the opposite direction.He wrapped the towel back around his self and turned toward me.

I guess we didn't really think this through.He laughed looking at me funny.

What?I asked.

Nothing,your just really beautiful.He smiled gently.

I looked at him he had water running down his chest to his towel.

OH,thanks.I blushed.

Okay how about you get dressed in your closet?I suggested with a laugh.

What,okay.He laughed and then headed into his closet with his clothes closing the door behind himself.

I grabbed my underwear and slid them on after patting my self dry then I put my bra on and slid the large t shirt over my head.

I threw the towel on my head and scrubbed like crazy until my hair felt dry then I ran my fingers through my hair getting out any unwanted frizzyness.

Eric knocked on the door.I'm coming out.He said.

Okay.I said.

The door slid open slowly and then once he was sure it was okay he opened it completely and walked out over to me.

Okay lets go watch that movie?I suggested.

Okay.He smiled.

We went down stairs and began watching the last exorcism. I could't believe he'd gotten my hopes up and then scared me half to death. T

here was no way I'm going to be able to sleep tonight!I complained clenching tightly on his arm without even noticing.

Yes,there is,you could always sleep over.He suggested.

What about my clothes?I asked.

Just where what you came over in,you didn't where them to school.He said with a smile.

Oh yeah,okay then.I smiled

I couldn't believe that I'd been dating Eric for 4 months already. It was so unlike me,but I couldn't help that I actually enjoyed myself around him.He was the only guy that made my heart beat so fast or who could make me laugh until my stomach would hurt.I could be the real me around him.I guess I'm in _deep like_ with him.I'm not quite ready for the full mile just yet.

I texted my two friends early telling them to go onto class without me.Then quickly scanned my outfit.I wore a short navy blue dress that stopped at my high thigh,thigh high black socks,black leather knee high boots,and a white blazer.

Hey.I herd him say from behind me.

I spun on my heals turning toward him and a hopeless smile spread across my face.

There was Eric leaning against the locker next to mine with his adorable dimples flashing even more than usual.

He wore a navy blue jacket,a gray v-neck shirt,a pair of light black denim jeans with loosely tied black combat boots
Hey.I said closing my locker after grabbing my books and stuffing them in my white book bag.


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Here allow me.Eric smiled grabbing my bag and swinging it over his broad left shoulder.

Thanks. I smiled.

He grabbed my hand intertwining our fingers ,his hand was so warm.

He swung our hands and we walked,not to a specific place we just wandered.

Somehow we ended up sitting on the highest row of the bleachers outside.

The morning air had grown cold and I could see mt breath.It was so cold I began to shiver.of all places why did we come here,in the end of September.

I guess he noticed He pulled me under his warm arm in his jacket and I felt embraced in his warmness.If your cold just tell me.He laughed softly.

I'm not cold.I said.Pulling away and then beginning to shiver again.

He laughed and pulled me back under even closer than before.You did that on our first date.

What?I said confused.

Yeah you tried to act different,and insisted that you weren't cold but I could see you shivering from a mile away.He laughed.

Well,I don't know how you do it but somehow you always see straight through me.I sighed with a little laugh.

That's because your not to god at hiding things from me.He said with a smile and buried his face in my shoulder for a second.

Really,I don't have trouble with anyone else.I smiled then looked over at Eric who's expression had turned serious.

What?I asked.

I have some terrible news,and I half to tell you now.He sighed and ran his fingers through his silky hair making strands fall down in front of his eyes.

What is it?I asked getting worried as I scooted away so that I could turn toward him.

He looked at me.I'm sorry,but..my parents are moving to Australia this time.He sighed and looked away.

Why did it matter where his parents were going?I thought.Wait do you mean that your going too?I asked.

He nodded.

B-but why?I stuttered as I began to feel tears well up.

They said that this was only temporary.He said lowly.

Wait,how long have you know that it was only temporary? I asked upset.

Ever since I moved here.He said silently bowing his head.

Then why'd you....why'd you get into a relationship with me?I asked standing as I felt the warm tears roll down my cheek.

He looked up at me he looked just as upset as I felt.I really liked you.He shrugged.

I backed away.Why would you keep this from me?

I didn"t think my time would end so soon.He said apologetically.

Why do you half to go,can't you just do what your doing now and stay?I asked the tears still running nonstop.

He stood and moved close pulling me in to a tight hug wiping away my tears that only stopped after his warm fingers touched me.My parents probably wouldn't allow it.He said.

You just can't leave,I've never felt this way.I said stopping myself.

Eric smiled gently and pulled me into a hug.I love you.He whispered in my ear brushing his lips softly against it.

As much as those words warmed my heart I wasn't ready.N-no don't say that.I said trying to pull his tightly wrapped arms away,but It was hard.

I need you to know,I don't mind if you don't say it back,but it would make me happy.He said quietly.



I gasped. I-I.I struggled and then tears began to leak out of my eyes again.

He hugged me tighter.Will you spend your break with me?He asked.

Where?I asked curiously with a sniffle or two.

To my family's beach house.He said.

But its so cold.I laughed a little though considering my situation it was hard.

Not here ,in Hawaii.He said.Please.Headed.

I smiled a little.Okay.I nodded.

Good.He smiled letting me go.

I wouldn't have mind if he decided to hold me there all day,his arms were so warm in this bitterly cold weather.I thought.

He put his hand around my waist and pulled me close into an embracing hug again as if he'd read my mind.

I looked up at him with a smile only to be met by his soft gentle lips as he kissed me tenderly the world began to warm up,or maybe it was just me.

I clutched tightly onto the back of his jacket.

I wouldn't be able to wait a whole two weeks from now,all I wanted to do was be with Eric and suddenly the world didn't make any sense.

I walked into homeroom with Hanna.

It really sucks that Isi got sick.She sighed as we sat in our seats.

Yeah,I know,I just hope she gets better before we go on break.I said.

Other students began to flood through the doors as they talked to one another most of the subjects were winter break.

Hanna nodded.Plus she gave Brian an extra excuse to skip school.

I laughed.Yeah,I bet she's snuggled up with him rite now.

Suddenly hands were placed over my eyes.

Guess who.A familiar voice said.

I smiled.Chad?I teased.

Eric kissed me gently.So ,who's chad?He laughed.

That;s a secrete sorry.I joked.

Eric laughed.

Just then I remembered that he'd be leaving soon enough,and I began to feel glum.

What's wrong?He asked sounding concerned.

I shook my head.Nothing.

He gave me his look that he'd do when he knew I was lying,

I looked down at my lap.Stop that.I said forcing a smile.

Stop what?He said.

You know what I'm talking about.I said raising an eyebrow.

The teacher came in wearing a black cast on his left leg.

Whoa,what happened to you?!Some guy screamed from the back of the class,causing a sudden wave of laughter.

Eric gave me one final concerned or a warning kind of look before turning around in his chair and watching the the teacher scold the rude student who didn't seemed to be phased by the teachers _"words of wisdom"_.

*<3*

When class ended I rushed to the girls restroom.It was empty.I ran into one of the many wide baby pink stalls and just stood there.My heart ached.I felt as though I was just stabbed.

I thought he said that he wouldn't hurt me?I thought with tears beginning to form in my eyes.

I slid down the stall wall and sat there for a few moments as I tried to get rid of the pain so that I could walk int class as normal,but I couldn't.

I decided to go to the front office and pull out some major breath taking acting skills so that I could go home.I couldn't believe that this was happening.

I walked to the office swiftly keeping my eyes down at my feet.

When I reached the office the councilor greeted me with a kind smile.

Yes,Ms.Heart?She said looking up form the thick pile of files on her desk she'd been going through.

Umm,I need to go home.I said quickly.

She looked puzzled.Why,is something wrong?

I nodded.I don't feel that well.I said holding my stomach and wrinkling my brows.

She stood from behind the desk and walked over to me bringing her small warm hand up to my forehead.

You don't have a fever.She said.

I know but I still don't feel that well,can I please go home.I pleaded.

She smiled gently.Of course,but you do know that if your having any problems with anything you can talk to me,I'm a great listener.

I nodded.Of course.

Of course _not_,there's no way I'm talking to anyone about this,let alone the school's councilor.I thought as I rolled my eyes without her noticing.

She handed me a slip.Feel better.She smiled then walked deliberately back behind the desk where she waved and continued to do what she was before.

I walked out of the office slowly,and then ran the rest of the way to my car where I drove home a little above the speed limit.

*<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3*

I laid in bed trying to process what I'd just done.

I placed a hand over my heart.It didn't hurt anymore.I thought and sighed with relief.

I rolled over on my side and glanced at the bright light coming from the rising sun through the lifted blinds.
It was still morning.I looked over at my alarm clock it was 11:08.

I crawled out of bed and got undressed changing into a pair of comfy fluffy polka dot PJ pants,and a pink tank top.
Then I went down stairs and watched animal planet.
I figure,I should learn something today.

*<3*

My eyes fluttered open when I heard a light knock on my door.I stood to my feet with a yawn and then slowly walked over to the door before opening it.I looked up and there was Eric.

What happened?He said sounding upset.

I looked down at my feet.The feeling was coming back.

Eric,I-I.I started.

He placed his hand under my chin and pushed my face up so that I'd be facing him.What is it.He asked softly.

I felt tears begin to build up.I backed away.I couldn't cry,not in front of him.

He stepped close filing the space I'd moved form.

I looked back down to my feet.

Can I come in?He asked.

I nodded after a little while.Sure.

We walked into the living room and sat on the sofa quietly.

Can you tell me what's wrong with you,please?He pleaded.

I looked at him....When I'm around you I feel a sharp pain in my heart.I thought.I looked down to my lap.

I shook my head.There's nothing wrong.

He scooted closer and gave me his _look_.

Stop doing that.I said.

Not until you tell me the truth.He said with his rare serious expression.

It pierced me deeply and I began to spill out the truth.

It hurts.I cried.

What does?He said.

You,I don't want you to leave me.I said and then the tears began to fog my vision but I held them back.

He was speechless.I-I.He started.

That wasn't good.I thought.I knew that I shouldn't have said anything.

He moved closer.I'll fix it.He said softly and surprised me.

I looked up at him and the tears began to spill out my eyes non-stop.I was crying in front of someone who wasn't one of my two best friends.It felt weird,but I was happy that it was him.

He wrapped his warm arms around me tightly.I'm sorry.He said lowly.

I wrapped my arms around him and clutched onto the white shirt he'd been wearing and breathed in his sweet scent.

I'm glad your here.I said just loud enough for him to hear me.

*<3*

We sat on my couch snuggled up watching Finding Nemo.

I laid on Eric's chest and he'd been twirling strands of my hair in his fingers and occasionally kissing the top of my head comforting that _"thing"_ I'd just done.

The movie began to go off.

I sat there without a word as I snuggled closer to Eric.I wanted to stay this way forever.I thought with a slight smile.

What time is it?I asked.

Eric dug into his right pocket pulling out his phone.Only 6:04.He said.

Oh,I thought it was much later.I said.

It must be because I feel so sleepy.I yawned closing my eyes.

Do you have somewhere to be?I asked.

No,why.He asked.

No reason.I said with a thin smile.That means you can stay with me longer.I thought.

I looked up at him and pressed my lips to his compassionately.

What was that for?He laughed lightly.

I shook my head.No reason.

He smiled and kissed me delicately.

What was that for?I smiled.

No reason.He smiled gently.

Oh,so now your kissing me for no reason?I laughed.

He laughed.I don't need a reason if you don't.

I guess you've got a point there.

I turned back to how I was laying on him and he continued to stroke my hair lightly.

I'm supposed to leave this break.He said.

I looked back at him surprised.What?

He looked me deep in the eyes.Relax,I don't plan on going,I'm going to stay here with you.He said with out a shred of doubt in his voice.

Those words made me smile.I wrapped my arms around his neck and hugged him amorously as tight as I could.

Ugh,I can't breathe.He laughed.

I'm sorry,I just.I started.

But I was rudely interrupted by a tender kiss.He wrapped his arms around my hips pulling me closer up against him and my stomach was pressed to his chest.


*Don't worry about it.He said in between sweet kisses.

Eric left shortly after the clock hit 9:00.Though it was disappointing to see him go.He insisted that he'd sleep in him own house alone since he'd be doing a lot more of it after he would eventually tell his parents he wanted to stay there while they moved.

I hoped that his parents would let him with no complaints

I walked slowly up the never ending stairs almost tripping on an imaginary step I thought came after the final one.I walked into my room and flopped onto my bed and spread out.

I squeezed my eyes tightly together and buried my face deeply into one of the many pink throw pillows.One of which was especially soft.

Please,let him stay.I said loudly into the pillow,though my voice was muffled it was still loud in the quiet empty house.

I raise to my feet with no hurry and went into my closet pulling out a random outfit I'd where tomorrow for school.

I decided on a short white flare waist skirt,a black turtle neck,a white vest that matched the skirt,black stockings that had a cheetah print in them,A trench coat,and white boots that stopped just below the knee and had fur along the edges and little puffs at the end of the long laces.


I then went and took a quick but refreshing shower in my pink glass shower,and then shortly passed out in bed comfortably wearing blue shorts and a yellow T-shirt feeling mighty tacky if I might add.



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I walked to class with Hanna after collecting our books from our lockers.

Oh my god I can't wait till break!I exclaimed happily as I thought about the trip I'd be going on with Eric,as I bit my glossed lower lip.

I can.Hanna huffed making it clear she was dreading the idea.

I looked at her confused.Why?

My parents have officially became the ultimate life ruiners,they're making me go on a stupid skiing trip with them and troy,so while you and Isibelle are making googly eyes with your boyfriends i'll be getting pushed down over sized ice cream by my annoying little dork of a brother.She complained loudly.

I laughed.That sucks.

Stoop laughing!She said then began to laugh herself.

We made it to the empty classroom and took our normal seats.

Maybe you should stop tossing around several guys and just grab one and tell your parents that you have plans?I suggested with a shrug.

Arih don't you know,One guy is never enough.She laughed with a silly wink.

I laughed.Your hopeless.

An unfamiliar girl with blood shot red hair, pale skin,and emerald green eyes walked into the class room quietly and took a close by seat smiling at us before taking out her black phone that was in a violet silver studded case and began texting someone with a slight smile.

I looked back at Hanna who was carefully observing the girl quietly from her blue jeans and her white blouse to her rainbow painted nails.

While were on this topic.Hanna said turning back to me.I can't believe that your still dating Eric!She exclaimed happily getting the girls attention.

Hanna!I shouted.Not so loud.

Pa-lease Since when have your relationships ever been quiet?Hanna said.

I guess she had a point,if anything that was the most open thing about me.I nodded.Fine.

The girl looked back down to her phone.

Hey what's your name?I asked.

The girl looked up and then from side to side as if to say "who me".

I smiled.Yeah,you.

She laughed.Oh, my names Alexis.

Would you like to sit with us,I mean since we are way early.I offered.

He eyes lit up as she nodded happily.Sure.

She jumped to her feet and walked over to us bringing her chair with her.

Hanna gave me a weird look.

I responding mouthing "what".

She nodded her head slightly toward Alexis.

I shrugged not sure why,probably just a way to end this _weird_ thing we were doing.

So Alexis,what about you,do you have a boyfriend?Hanna said being rude,and probably on purpose.

Alexis looked surprised. Umm..no.She said lowly holding her head in shame.

That's not a bad thing.I said trying to make her feel better.

Really?She asked looking up.Most of my friends say that I should have a boyfriend by now,or even be married.

That's not weird at all.Hanna mumbled sarcastically.

Are you new here,because I don't recall ever seeing you?I asked saying what I'd been wondering since I first saw her.

She shook her head.I'm too old to go here.I mean unless I got held back,several times.She laughed a little at her failed joke.

What?I asked surprised.She looked our age,maybe younger.

I'm just here waiting for someone dear to me,he goes her.She smiled happily.

How old are you?Hanna asked once again sounding rude.

I'm 25.She smiled proudly.

No wayy!Hanna exclaimed saying what I was thinking.

Alexis nodded her head slowly.Yea,I get that allot.

Well It's not bad that you look young.I said reassuring her.

It is when your about to be 26 and people say that you look 16 or even 15.She said lowly.

I couldn't help myself I began to laugh.I'm sorry,its just your so,cute.I said

Huh?She said surprised by my comment.Hey!I'm way older than you,what are you like 16?She said with a smile.

17.I smiled.

She laughed.I was close.

So who are you waiting for exactly?Hanna asked.

Oh.Alexis started. Then students began to flood through the doors and the once quiet room was now filled with laughter and loud obnoxious show off jocks who'd bed jumping off of desks like it was a big stunt.

Alexis's small quiet voice couldn't be heard over them.

Then Eric came through the door with his usual smile that showed his adorable dimples.I jumped to my feet and began to walk toward him but suddenly another girl was wrapped tightly in his arms and her name was Alexis.

What?!I thought surprised and hurt,my heart raced vigorously in my chest.



*Just who exactly was this Alexis,and why was she someone that was dear to her Eric?...*

I stood there in the background speechless as Alexis hugged Eric embarrassingly for what seemed like a life time.

I was beginning to get angry.Why was she hugging my boyfriend?

I didn't mean like one of those quick hugs friends do. No,it was a full on his arms around her waist her arms around his neck hug.

Hello,did he not see me standing here?I thought as I balled my hands into a tight fist..

They finally let go of each other and Alexis began talking to him enthusiastically,but Eric's eyes wandered over to my seat Were Hanna had been siting.He gave her a quick wave that she limply returned probably because she'd seen the _stunt_ too.

I walked up to Eric hiding my _slight_ anger behind a fake wide smile.Looking for me?I laughed.

He laughed and kissed my cheek.Hey Arihanna.

I looked at Alexis.Hopefully she got the message.I thought.

She smiled.Oh,so that's your name.

I nodded.Yeah,sorry I guess I forgot to tell you my name,oh and that's Hanna.I said then pointed to Hanna who was now flirting with the meat head jocks.

She glanced back at Hanna then focused her eyes back to me with a thin smile.Cool.She said not too thrilled with Hanna,I didn't blame her ,she was rude.

So you two have already met?Eric asked confused.

I nodded.Yeah.

Okay well that's good.He smiled down at me.

So,how long are you going to be here?Eric asked Alexis sounding curious.

About a week,maybe less,I do half to get back to my column. She smiled.

Column?I asked.

Yea,Alexis is a magazine publisher.Eric said wrapping his arm around her shoulders.

I couldn't stop starring at his arm around _her_.

I can't believe this.I thought as I began to slightly clench my jaw.

I guess I hadn't done a well enough job of hiding my frustration because Eric had noticed.

Hold on a sec Alexis,we'll be back.He sighed with a little laugh as he looked at me.

What?I asked.

Okay.Alexis smiled.

Come on.He said as he grabbed my hand tugging me out of the class room and into the quiet deserted hall way.

What are you doing?I argued as I jerked my hand away.I was angry and I was going to show it as long as we were alone.

He smiled and looked down at me.What's wrong?

Nothing.I sighed releasing air I hadn't noticed I'd been holding in.

He thumped his finger to my forehead.Tell me.

Ow.I yelped as I rubbed the sore spot.

Geez,leave me alone,I said there's nothing wrong!I yelled a little louder than I meant to.

Eric lighted his smile. Arih you and I both know that's not true.

My heart skipped a beat when my nickname slipped out his gorgeous lips,and I suddenly didn't feel so angry.

I sighed.who's that girl?I asked quietly looking down at the square white marble tiles.

I thought you two already met each other?He asked sounding confused.

We did.I said looking up at him.

Then why.He started.

Who is she.I interrupted him.

Her name's Alexis.He said stating the obvious.

I sighed.This is hopeless.I thought and then decided to let go of the situation,Eric was mine,so I guess it didn't matter.

Arih. He started.I reached up and kissed him gently.Forget about it okay?

He smiled.Okay.

We walked back into class hand-in-hand and found Alexis talking to Hanna actually it looked more like Hanna was interrogating her.

I immanently went over to Hanna.What are you doing?I asked.

Setting her straight.Hanna said as if she deserved a cookie.

No,don't do that.I said grabbing Alexis out of the corner Hanna had placed her in and sitting her aside before going back to talk to Hanna.

Why not?!Hanna argued wrinkling her perfectly arched eyebrows.

Because,there's nothing to worry about.I shrugged.

She cocked her head slightly to the side silently.

Then sighed deeply and thought about it for a moment.I guess,your rite,no guy can get stolen from you.She smiled.

I laughed.I hope she's rite.

I glanced back at Alexis who was now talking to Eric,He smiled with his dimples which meant he was really enjoying himself _with her_,and there was no doubt in my mind that she was too,her smile went from ear to ear.

Eric noticed me looking and gave me a gentle smile and quickly winked at me making me laugh.





_No,there's nothing to worry about.I whispered lowly._

I'd driven home worried.Eric and Alexis had left school,_"together"_ and I couldn't stop thinking about what might happen.

I tossed over on my stomach flatly and held my breath.I need to stop thinking about them.I thought.Until I can stop thinking about them I'm going to hold my breath.

I eventually gave my "smart" idea up as I realized that I wasn't going to just stop my thoughts that easy.

I crawled to my feet and noticed that that the sky looked as if it would be storming tonight.it was incredibly grey an not to mention cold outside.

I was about to walk out my room when my phone began to ring,I leaped onto my bead landing on a pillow and answered it as fast as I could.

Hello?I said eagerly.

Hello. Isibelle said happily.

Oh,it's just you Isibelle. I said drastically disappointed.

Oh,wow that's heart warming.She said sarcastically.

Sorry I just...I trailed off as I began to think about Eric and Alexis.

I know,Hanna told me.She said with a loud sigh.

She did?I asked.

Yea,and listen to me.Don't you dare get any ideas abut him cheating,you and I both know that Eric would never do that.She said scolding me already kowing I'd been thinking about it some how.

I know.I lied,well sort of.

I did know,but I couldn't help myself with all of the thoughts,a girl has to wonder.

So are you?Isibelle said.

Sorry what?I apologized for zoning out.

Are you excited about your trip with Eric?She asked happily.

Hanna sure can talk.I laughed.

Isibelle laughed.Yeah.

I'm above happy!I exclaimed.

I thought so.She laughed.

Oh,are you feeling better?I asked.

Yea she's feeling way better because of me!I heard someone yell from the background.

Is that Brian?I laughed.

Yeah.She sighed.He's been doing nothing but make me feel worse.She complained though I could tell she was happy that he was there.

Whatever.I heard him laugh.

I laughed.Okay well I hope you feel better,I'll call you some other time.I smiled even though I knew she couldn't see me.

Okay.She said.

Bye,I love you.I said still smiling.

Bye,I love you too.She said, then we hung up.

I smiled. Isi made be feel a whole lot better,and what was even better was that I'd forgotten to think about _"them"_.

Until my phone rang again,and it wasn't Isi calling back to say that she forgot to mention something improtant.

I looked at the caller ID and read Eric's name.

I sighed and answered the phone as the thoughts flooded back rapidly.

Hello.I said.

Hey.He said happily.

Okay so my parents came back for the night and they wanted to meet the _special girl_ that I couldn't stop talking about.He laughed.So what do you say,will you come?

I took time to think about it.Sure.I said ,I couldn't say no,not to him at least.

Okay,I'll come and pick you up,I'll see you in 20. He said sounding delighted.

Okay,see you then.I said and I began to smile vastly.

Oh and one more thing.I said.

What?He asked.

Come alone.I said more like a question than a request.

Why are you going to surprise me with something?He asked flirtatiously.

No,I just..Come alone.I laughed not knowing what to say.

Alright.He laughed.Later.He said.

See ya.I said before hanging up the phone.

I scrambled to my feet and walked into my closet where I grabbed a white blouse,a floral skirt that stopped above my knees,white thigh high see through socks,white bootys,my white trench coat and a simple silver necklace with the matching bracelet and earrings.

I quickly got dressed and then sprayed the ends of my hair all the way up to about half of the length with my favorite hair spray that smelled of strawberries making loose curls come in.Then I reapplied a thin layer of black eyeliner and peach lip balm.

I walked down stairs slowly and hoped and prayed that I had dressed appropriately for dinner since Eric had failed to tell me where exactly we'd be going tonight.

There was a knock on the door and I immediately raced to twist the knob.

I hugged Eric when he walked in.

Woah. He said surprised and almost falling back.

Sorry.I apologized.

He laughed.No problem,that's a really nice way to be greeted.

I looked at what he was wearing. He been wearing a black tux.Oh no.I said.

What he said looking down at what he was wearing. I thought I looked pretty good.He joked.

I laughed.Not you,me.

Yeah,I thought you'd be ready.He said.

Well you didn't tell me where we'd be going,I didn't know what to where.I whined.

Oh,sorry.He laughed.But It's fine we still have time.He walked completely in and closed the door behind him then slid off his black dress shoes reveling black socks.

Right.I said as I pulled him up into my room.

Why'd you bring me up here with you?He said confused.

Because,I don't know what to where so you'r going to help me choose.I smiled.

What,I'm no good at picking my own clothes out,how do you expect me to pick out your?He complained.

Relax,I don't own any horrible clothes,and I would never where anything that looked horrible.I laughed. as I pulled him into my huge closet.

Wow,there are so many colors.He laughed as he spun in a quick circle examining every corner of the room.

Oh,how about this.Hes aid as he pulled a peach dress off the rack.

It's too cold,and the colors out of season.I said judging the dress.

See I told you I'm no good at this.He laughed as he looked at the dress.

Try again,and think more about the cool colors.I said smiling.

He nodded.Fine.He hung the dress back up where he'd found it ,then began moving along the long continuous rack and pulled out a short tight dark blue dress that stopped above my knees and had a flowing skirt wrapped around the waist that reached the floor and flowed beautifully.

Is it just me or are all your clothes really short?He laughed.

Nope,it's just you.I laughed.

Here how about this one.He said handing me the dress a little unsure of his decision.

That one's good.I smiled and grabbed the dress then walked into my bed room where Eric followed and crash landed onto my bed.

What are you doing?I asked.

I laying on your comfy bed.He said with his eyes closed.

Yeah,I know that.I laughed.

Oh,you mean why am I in here while your about to change?He asked.

I nodded.

That's easy,because I want to see how it looks on you.He smirked.

Yeah but you can see when I'm done.I laughed.

He sighed and placed his index finger over his lips.Just act like I'm not here.

I don't mind you being here.I smiled.

Well then why.He trailed off as I slid off my skirt and then pulled my shirt over my head.

He was starring.

Stop.I laughed as I pulled off the socks one by one.Hand me the dress?I asked reaching out my hand.

I grabbed the dress from him that had been laid neatly next to him after he finally decided to very slowly hand it to me.

I pulled the dress up.Hey can you zip it?I asked with a smile.

He stood to his feet without a second guess and slowly zipped the zipper up on the dress as I held my hair up off of my back.

Done?I asked.

Not quite yet.He said then I felt his arms wrap around my waist and his warm lips pressed against my neck slowly.

It made me giggle. I've always been way too ticklish on my neck.

I grabbed his hands.He stopped kissing my neck.Your so silly.He laughed.

I turned to him.I can't help it.I laughed.

Okay,well what shoes are you going to where?He asked.

I walked into my closet and grabbed a pair of silver red bottom pumps,and a silver clutch.These.I smiled as I walked back into my room.

I bet those look nice on you.He winked with a smile.

You'r correct,they look great with my smokin hot legs.I joked.

Come on.He laughed as we headed down to the front door where we put our shoes on and we headed out to his car.

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Eric opened my door and we walked into a top notch restaurant My parents and I had been to before,I didn't read the name and I surely didn't remember it but the inside was very beautiful mainly colored a dark shade of red and lit with diamond chandlers and white candles that sat in the middle of each round table that had silky white table cloths.

A tall guy with brown short spiked hair, who wore a black and white tux and a name tag that read rick led us to the reserved area that was in the special area of the restaurant with a pleased smile after Eric flashed him a small white card that my father had once used,it was a pass that contributors used,which meant his family sponsored to this restaurant ,like my own.

It was to a lonesome table in front of a ceiling to floor window. There I saw the familiar adults I remembered seeing in both the picture frame that hung in the hall of Eric's house and the front office of the school when Eric had gotten enrolled.

And then there was another girl,and I couldn't believe it,there siting with a happy smile was Alexis in a jade green dress that stopped below her knees.

I smiled as we approached the table.

Eric's parents stood and met us half way.

Hello.His dad greeted me as he kissed my hand.

Hello.I smiled.

Hi.His mother smiled then leaned in and kissed both sides of my cheeks gently.

I smiled.hi.

Shall we sit?His father said as he gestured us to go toward the table.

We went and sat.I sat in between Eric and Alexis,while Alexis sat next to Eric's mother and his mother sat aside her husband of course.

So your the lovely girl our son can't stop talking about,ever since we arrived home all he could talk about was you.His mother laughed gently.

Mother.He said shifting in his chair looking embarrassed.

I cracked a smile.That's so sweet.

I can see why,your a very beautiful young lady Arihanna. His father said with a similar gentle smile.

Thank you.I smiled politely.

I do recall,we've met before?His mother asked.

I nodded.Yes,when you were in the office of our school,I met you.I smiled.

I thought so.She said.

The waiter came back and took our orders. Eric copied my order which was a type of spaghetti.

Alex grabbed one of the many butter glazed bread sticks that sat int he center of the table in a small basket and ate it quickly. When is our food going to be ready,I'm starved.She laughed making everyone else join in.

I felt a tap on my lap,I looked over at Eric and made a "what" sort of expression.
I looked down,He'd been waving his phone over his lap rapidly.

I nodded slightly and pulled my phone from out of my purse being careful to turn it down so that my loud text message ring tone wouldn't be heard.

I slightly looked down to my lap as Eric sent me a text.

*Eric:I'm going to tell them now.*

*A:No.*I typed shaking my head slightly.

*E:Why not?*

*A:Do it when your somewhere private.*

*E:I guess your rite..*

*A: By private I mean just you and your parents.*

*E:Got it :).*

*A:Okay.*

I slid my phone back into my purse and lifted my head.

So,Arihanna what do you plan on doing after you've finished school?His mother asked curiously.

Umm,I'm sorry you caught me off guard. I laughed and they joined in.Well I plan on building my own clothing line,actually I have so many things I want to do after college I've lost count. I smiled holding everyone's attention especially Eric's.But I know that I'd love to travel someday.

To tell the truth I really didn't know what I wanted to do after school,but this seemed like the better answer.

Eric smiled.That sounds well planned.He gave me his look and I cracked a smile as if to say "you got me".

I nodded.Yeah,what do you plan on doing?I asked putting him on the spot.

He shrugged.Now that I think about it, I think that maybe I'll create my own clothing line and we can travel the world together.He winked.

I smiled,it was almost impossible to stop.

Oh, Eric why can't you be more like Arihanna,she doesn't have time for your foolish games.His father scolded him and Alexis laughed.

I'm serious.He said starring at me with gentle smile.

That sounds nice.I thought.

I placed my hand on the table and Eric shortly placed his warm hand over mine and I felt myself turn a light shade of red.

How could he be so forward in front of his parents?!I thought.

He smiled and intertwined our fingers not even noticing his parents looking with smiles,or maybe he just didn't care.

How sweet.His mother finally said holding her left hand over her heart.

I blushed even more.I looked over to Alexis who was also smiling at the sight which confused me,shouldn't she be upset,I mean she likes him.

The waiter brought our orders in silver platters and placed them in front of each of us.Anything else?He asked.

No thank you that'll be all.Eric's mother said.

We began to eat the delicious fresh foods and soon enough we were finished with several different topics popping up here and there occasionally.

The same waiter came and collected the plates and silverware. I'll be right back for your dessert orders. He smiled and then left through the white double doors leading into the kitchen that revealed loud noises of metal hitting against each other when the doors were opened.

Soon enough the waiter came back with a notebook scribbling down our orders quickly and then disappeared behind the doors once again.

We waited patiently for him to return and listened to Alexis's very interesting profession.

The man came back with our deserts and then left again.

I stuck my spoon into my chocolate moose and ate it slowly savoring the flavor,this was my favorite dessert here,my mother favored it too.I looked over at Eric who'd been eating a huge slice of velvet cake that at one point was set beautifully on the silver plate but now looked like someone had dropped it on the floor and put it back onto the plate.Alexis had ordered a sundae of several scoops of different ice cream flavors,and Eric's parents ordered a huge shake that had two edible straws on either sides.

A spoon had been stuck into my desert and took a huge chunk out of it.Hey.I complained.

I looked over at the criminal.Eric.I laughed.His mouth was full of chocolate moose.

Hm?He said looking toward me his mouth still stuffed.

I know you did it.I laughed quietly.

He swallowed roughly.I don't know what your talking about.He said with a thin smile.

I dug my spoon into his cake deeply and ate a small piece.Mm.I smiled.

He laughed. I suppose that Now were even,I should have gotten one of those though.He smiled eying my moose.

I sighed and moved my trey closer to him.

I can have some?!He said his face lighting up.

I nodded and smiled.

He dug in and ate at least half of it.That's so good.

I looked back ahead as I pulled my trey back and noticed that we had all eyes on us.

I was surprised.I looked down to my shiny silver platter and continued to eat my dessert slowly.

The waiter came back and gave his father the bill.I got a quick glance at it I couldn't see the exact amount but I knew that it was way above $1000.00.

We stood after his dad signed his signature in the black ink pen across the thin line at the bottom of the page which was rather neat and then we made our way to the packed parking lot.

The cold air hit me immediately,I brought my hands up around myself.

Are you cold,Arih? Eric asked sounding concerned giving me butterflies as he once again called me by my nickname.

I shook my head.N-No.I managed.

He smiled gently already beginning to slide off his jacket and than draping it over my shoulders. It was still warm and it smelled like him.

I smiled thanks.As I pulled the over sized jacket tighter around my bare arms.

He wrapped his arm around me and tuned to his parents.

Okay well thanks so much for tonight,but I need to get home.Alexis smiled hugging everyone and then making her way to a blue ford and then leaving the lot.

Mother father,I need to tell you something.Eric said surprising me,he was really in a rush to get this over with.

His parents turned their attention to him.Yes?His mother asked sounding concerned.

Eric looked toward me for approval.

I slightly shrugged.

Are you going to tell us,it's pretty chilly out here.His father laughed.

I don't want to move with you.Eric said slowly.

What?His mother said.Why?She asked.

Because,I'm tired of moving around,and I don't want to leave the one girl that I've been able to fully connect with.He said and smiled gently down at me.

His parent's were quietly thinking.

His father had a slight frown,while his mother wore a huge smile.

Absolutely.His mother smiled.

Absolutely not.His father said shaking his head.

They looked at each other and had a short conversation of face expressions and gestures sort of like the one Hanna and I had had earlier.

I say yes,I haven't seen you so close to,well anyone.His mother smiled.

Melody.His father complained.

Oh, Fredrick please.She said waving him off.

Son,you can stay,and live your life,but if anything happens and you need us you'd better call.His mother laughed.

I bought his ticket for no reason then.His father complained unhappy about wasting money.

Eric tightened his arm around me.Thank you mom,I promise that I'll call if I need anything.

Hold on,why are you acting like were leaving now,you still have 3 days left with us.His dad said getting over the disagreement fairly quick.

I know.Eric laughed.

Eric's mother looked over at me.Would you like to stay over at our house tonight?She asked.Unless your parents would mind of course.

My parents are away on business. I said.

Well then we got luck didn't we?She smiled happily.

Actually mother I'd like to stay at Arihanna's house this evening?He asked.

I guess.His mother said sounding disappointed. But only if she wants you to.She added.

I nodded.I don't mind.I said as Eric gave me a tight squeeze.

Alright,but you two be safe.His mother sighed.

Wait what.I thought.

We will.Eric sighed.Wait what?He said realizing what she'd said.

His parents laughed and then walked away toward a black extravagant car,I wasn't sure what it was called.

We walked over to Eric's car laughing off the moment and then began our way to my house.

I opened the front door as we hurried into the glass house.
It was just about to start storming,I should have watched the weather channel.

It's about to come down.Eric laughed as he shut the door behind himself and took off his shoes.

I laughed.I know,it's a good thing were inside.

I walked over to the glass peering out and watched as the heavy rain fell drastically in thick drops of diamonds and the song of it landing could be heard through the glass.

Eric came and stood behind me.So,how much did you hate tonight?He laughed lightly over my shoulder.

I looked at his stunning reflection.actually,I thought tonight was fun.I smiled.

He looked surprised.Really,wait stop trying to be nice.He laughed.

I shook my head rapidly.I'm serious,your parents were really _entertainingly fun_.

Eric laughed.Yeah,whatever.

I turned and began walking up the steps. Come on,we have school tomorrow. I said and continued up the continuous stairs feeling Eric following closely behind.

I switched on the light switch that I usually didn't use,and went to my dresser grabbing a white T-shirt and a pair of lime green boy shorts.I turned.Why don't we ever bring clothes when we stay over each others houses?I laughed.

I don't know.He shrugged and laughed.

I sighed and held up m index finger.Hold on.I threw the shorts and shirt I planned on wearing onto my bed and then walked out of my room and up another row of stairs which was where my parents fairly neat room was.They'd only slept in the room once before,and that was because I didn't feel comfortable staying alone.I walked to the tall black dresser and grabbed a new pack of my fathers boxers a pack of large white T-shirts,and a pair of black gym shorts that were still new and had the scent to prove it,I also grabbed some white ankle socks and then quickly bolted back to my room.

I was out of breath by the time I reached my bed where Eric had been laying flatly on his back looking up at the painted ceiling.

I poked his hard stomach making him squirm.

Ahh. He laughed.

Here.I smiled and handed him the pile of clothing.

He looked surprised.Thanks.He laughed and grabbed them.

I'm going to be taking a shower in my room,and you can use the guest bathroom.I said grabbing my clothes.

What no,I let you use my bathroom,so it's only fair that I can use yours.He argued.

No but I'm a girl.I argued back.

So what.He laughed.

I sighed as he walked into my bathroom.Fine.I said giving up and began walking toward the door.

I win.He laughed sporting his dimples.

I stuck out my tongue and headed to the guest bathroom with a thin smile.

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I walked into my room and unwrapped my hair letting it fall against my T-shirt.
I heard the water stop running in my restroom and then the door began to open releasing so much steam that my bedroom was foggy for a quick second.

Eric walked out with the fluffy white towel wrapped around his waist tightly,and holding another in his arms.

Oh you've already finished. He said as he walked toward me not noticing that I'd turned a little red,
I mean come on--he looked like an Axe model.

I nodded and turned my head looking at the vanity.You take such long showers.I said.

He laughed.Yeah,I can't help it,I really love showers.He took the extra towel and scrubbed his wet hair dry then leaving the towel hanging across his muscular shoulders.

I laughed lightly looking toward the window.

He walked closer to me.So do you plan on watching me get dressed?He whispered brushing his soft lips against my ear lightly,sending shivers down my spine.

No.I said moving over a little and turning more red.

He laughed catching on that I was nervous.Your so silly.He smiled.

I looked over at him and my eyes began to wonder down his perfect glistening body I followed the water that dripped down his stomach and disappeared at the rim of his towel.

He chuckled. You've got wondering eyes.

I laughed.So did you,I said reminding him about earlier today.

He laughed.Yeah I guess you've got a point there,but hey I can't help it your irresistible. He half smiled showing one dimple.

I smiled.Get dressed.

He waited there silently.

What?I asked.

He laughed.I guess -you do want to see me naked.He began to pry at the towel edges.

Wait,no!I stopped him quickly. Sorry,I forgot. I panicked shielding my eyes and then began walking to my door closing it tightly behind me and then sliding down the door.

About 3 or 4 minutes later the door opened sending me backward laying flat on the floor and staring up at the gorgeous face of Eric's.

I smiled as he held his hand out to me.I grabbed on tightly and he hauled me up to my feet with ease.

What were you doing?He laughed.

Oh you know just laying on the floor,I do that occasionally,it's fairly comfortable.I smiled sarcastically.

He laughed.Oh,okay that makes perfect sense.


We walked into my room closing the door behind us and suddenly a loud thundering began,and there was thumping sounds against the window as the wind changed directions causing the rain to fall against the house.

It's really pouring.I said looking out the window.

Yeah,I know.Eric said falling back onto my bed and the sinking deeply into the covers and pillows.

I pulled the curtains closed and slowly walked over to my bed.

It's pretty loud.I said.

He nodded.

I sighed and fell next to him scooting closer pulling his arm around my shoulders and then burying my head into his neck.

I felt him get tense.

What?I whispered.

Nothing.He shook his head slightly.

I was so comfortable.Eric began to stroke my hair gently.I smiled and snuggled closer to him folding my leg over his stomach.

His arm tightened around me.Your so warm.He whispered.

So are you.I spoke into his neck.

Stop doing that.He said with a little laugh.

Doing what?I asked confused.

Breathing onto my neck,it gives me temptations.He laughed slightly.

Oh.I laughed doing it again purposely.

He laughed.Now your doing it on purpose.

He rolled over pressing his chest to mine and than kissed my forehead gently.I can withstand my temptation,for you.He said smiling.

You don't have to,I mean I wouldn't mind.I thought.

There was a bright flash of lightning through the window and it made me jump.

Eric laughed.You big scardy cat.

I am not.I argued than began laughing.

Whatever.He smiled.

Go to sleep.I teased.

If I have to!He laughed joking.

I clapped the lights off and not too shortly he clapped them back on.

I'm not ready to sleep yet.He said quietly.

I looked up at him sitting my chin on his strong chest feeling his breathing pace.What do you want to do?

He smiled gently.Let's talk about our trip.

Okay,what about our trip?

Hmm,well first,did you ask your parents if you could go?

I shrugged _guilty_.That may have slipped my mind.

Well before we go you _have_ to ask.He scolded.

Hey,what about you,did you ask?

Yep,unlike _someone_ I'm responsible.He said poking out his tongue then tapped my nose lightly.

Hey,I'm very responsible,if you'd stop fogging my mind then maybe I could think straight.

Are you saying that your always thinking about me?He smirked.

No.I answered--way too quickly.I'm just saying that you mess me up.I laughed.

Yeah,okay..Well for what it's worth I'm always thinking of you too,sometimes I just cant get you off my mind.He smiled and kissed my forehead.

I couldn't stop the grin from forming on my lips.Oh.I managed to finally say something.

He yawned.Okay now I'm tired,we can go to sleep now.

What,why?

What's wrong?Just a second ago you were ready to go to sleep.

Yeah,I know.I said.But now all I want to do is talk to _you_.I thought.Fine.I mumbled and then clapped the lights off.

Are you upset?

No.I said not so convincing.

I don't believe you.He ran a finger across my cheek and then my lips gently,giving me goosebumps

I sighed.Well I'm not ,so..

He untucked his arm from under me and then leaned over me pressing his arms on either side of me.

Are you sure?He whispered.

I nodded.Very.My heart began to race.

The light from the moon shone through the window and I noticed that it had stopped raining.

Eric's lips curled up into a thin smile.You're so beautiful.He whispered.

I felt my face warm I could only imagine how red I was,I was so happy it wasn't visible.

My gaze lowered to his lips,they were gorgeous even in the dim light.

He lowered his lips toward mine just a little.He brushed his lips against mine repeating the process and the usual tingling sensation lingered where his lips just barely touched mine.

Stop teasing.I whispered.

He grinned.I hadn't realized that I was.

He lowered more and finally pressed his lips onto mine fully,he kissed me gently and then rougher as the passion grew so did the pace.I wrapped a leg that was once pressed down under his over his.
He caressed my face with his hand and then brought it back down to the bed.
I brought my arms behind his back and grabbed onto his shoulders tightly,then I began to run my fingers through his soft hair.

His pace began to slow down and soon enough he'd removed his lips from mine ,and was hovering his lips over mine like before.

Why'd you stop.I managed to say after catching some long overdue breaths.

I don't want to rush you..before you can say the words.He said breathing roughly.

I smiled.How'd you manage to stop?

Oh,believe me,it's hard..but I needed to do it.He whispered.

Why,do you want me to say it?

He'd caught his breath and was looking me deep in my eyes.Because,your special to me--I just want to hear how you feel,and I want you to hear how I feel.

His word made me stiff,I wasn't ready.How could something so easy be so hard at the same time?

I-I'm not..I trailed of as I turned to look at anything else,anything but his gorgeous eyes that could make me melt and say something stupid.

He placed a finger over my lips.Don't worry,I can wait.

I looked back into his eyes.Just how long can you wait?I thought causing myself to worry.

He moved back laying behind me and wrapped his warm arms around me.



*I bet every time I do this to you,I'm breaking your heart.*

I awoke the next morning expecting to feel a bit colder but I turned and there was Eric smiling at me.He leaned on his fiat and his bare chest pressed gently to my arm sending warm feelings through me.

Good morning.

Good morning.I mumbled not yet fully awake.

What are you doing?I yawned quietly.

Watching you sleep.

That's weird.I laughed lightly.I bet I look a mess.I said as I undid the messy pony tail letting my hair fall freely and then running a hand through it.

He tucked a long stray stand of my hair behind my ear and then shook his head. It's the exact opposite, your even more beautiful in the mornings. He smiled gently and then leaned in slowly.

I haven't brushed my teeth yet.I thought and placed a finger in front of his lips surprising him.

What are you doing?He raised an eyebrow.

I haven't brushed yet.

I don't care.He bit my finger gently and I smiled.

Eric grabbed my hands locking them behind his heated neck and moved firmly against me.His warm chest now pressed to mine.Then he locked his soft lips with mine.
He moved his hands onto my waist and pulled me closer our legs intertwined.He drew away just a inch or two taking a few low breaths and returned with one final intimate kiss before he pulled away completely.

I think that your a better kisser in the morning.He said with a thin smile.

What?

I didn't say that you were bad at it just that you were better in the mornings.

I wonder why.

He pulled me on top of him situating me so that I was sitting with my legs placed on either side of his rib cage,compressing him to the bed.

I leaned on his chest and kissed him again.

He pulled me up higher so that I sat on his chest.I could feel every deep breath he took.His warm hands dropped to my lower waist slowly and his thumbs tucked into the tight rim of my boy shorts as he held onto my hips tightly.

He kissed the inside of my high thigh and it sent goose bumps through out my body.

I squirmed a little not use to intimate contact on the certain part of my skin.

He laughed.So your ticklish?

I guess so.I laughed lightly.

He kissed my leg a little higher and a quiet moan escaped my mouth.

His hands tucked deeper down and pulled me closer to him.

We just sat there for a moment.I looked down at him as he bit his bottom lip an thought about whatever.He sighed and his once eager hands that tugged at the thin cloth around my hips loosened.

He sat up slowly.Okay I should stop,or..He trailed off and his gaze lowered down to my lips then back to my eyes.He stood to his feet still holding me tightly around his waist.

Why.I whined upset as I realized he'd been thinking about if he should've continued or not

Because.

Because why?

Don't make me answer that.He bit his bottom lip and watched mine.

Why not.I wrapped myself around him tighter.

He leaned his forehead against mine and sighed.You make me crazy.

I ran a finger along his lips.You make me crazy too.

He bit my finger once more and then placed me down onto my feet.

Okay lets get ready for school before I change my mind.He laughed and ran a hand through his somehow neatly perfect hair.






*Fine....I guess I have no choice...*

We arrived at Eric's house shortly after I decided on a short pink flare skirt an loose fitted white blouse some black Mary Jane wedges a think black leather jacket and several necklaces,bracelets,with matching dangly hoop earrings.

When we got up to Eric's room with no sign of his parents I figured they weren't here-or something.
Eric disappeared into his closet as I spread out onto his neat soft bed.He returned in snug black jeans a navy blue t shirt and loosely tied combat boots.
He smiled at me probably noticing my glued eyes.

Oh wait,one more thing.He turned into the closet again returning quickly pulling on a black leather jacket similar to mine.

Oh so were matching now?I giggled.

What no,I didn't even notice.He joked as he walked closer.

I laughed.Whatever.
There was a small knock on the door and then it cracked open before his mother appeared in the doorway.I thought I heard you two.She smiled.

Good morning.I smiled and waved.

She smiled happily.Good morning dear.

Sorry if we were too loud mom,we were just about to head to school.He grabbed his keys and then my hand as we made our way into the wide hall.

Okay,well I'll see you later then,and hopefully you too Arihanna.She smiled.

I nodded.Sure.

As we turned the corner Eric let out a loud sigh.Well we almost made it without any invitations.

What?I asked confused.

My mom would have,you know what never mind..let's just get to school okay.

I nodded a little curious about what he was going to say.







*I wonder what it was..*

School passed by quickly and strangely I hadn't received a single locker visit from Eric all day.Then when I left to my car there sat Isis and Han leaning casually against my car.

They waved at me.

I walked over to them.What's up?

Don't you know?Hanna raised one of her sharp eyebrows.

..Know what?I hesitated.What is this an intervention?I thought.

I thought he told her.Isibelle whispered to Hanna.

Well obviously he didn't.She whispered back.

_My friends are terrible at whispering,how did this ever manage to slip past me?I thought._

So I guess well just do it anyways.Isi said with a questionable tone.

They both shrugged and turned back to me.

Okay,well come on.Hanna grabbed my hand and pulled me toward her metallic aqua VW Eos convertible parked next to mine on the right.

Hanna opened the door and put down the top revealing so much sports equipment it made the gyms closet supplies run with its tail between its legs.

It was also quite messy with wrappers of protein bars and various bottles of anything nutritious.

Woah,what happened to spring cleaning!?Hanna stepped back with a disgusted look on her face.

_I'm With her!_

Eww gr-oss.I pulled away from Hanna quickly and retreated to Isi's side.

Okay so maybe I haven't had any time to clean it out,I have so much practice that I don't want to forget anything.

Okay well Han you forgot something.

What?She asked panicked.

Your feminine touch,I mean come on what's with the trash stuffed everywhere!?I scolded her.

Brutal.Isibelle laughed.

Yeah,you see I forgot my portable trashcan.

When like a bazillion years ago?!

Look it's fine,we can just take my car.Isibelle laughed again and then turned as she walked to her grey Mini Cooper Cabriolet pulling the door open to reveal her almost too tidy car.Clean as can be.She winked.
Hanna put her top down and locked her car back then followed me into Isibelle's car.

It smelled of the familiar mango coconut air freshener than Isi favored so much that she'd sprayed her whole room with it and kept many more stocked in her bathroom cabinet.

When we drove out of the school lot the question popped in my head.Where are we going?I asked.

Umm,it's um a surprise.Hanna said almost too quickly.

Okay now everyone knows when _your_ lying.So where are we going?I asked.

Isibelle laughed and the nonchalantly answered.Were going to the park.

Somehow I felt that she was telling the truth,but then why did we all pile up in one car like a big deal and why couldn't they have just told me that from the start.



*I guess.*

School passed by quickly and strangely I hadn't received a single locker visit from Eric all day.Then when I left to my car there sat Isis and Han leaning casually against my car.

They waved at me.

I walked over to them.What's up?

Don't you know?Hanna raised one of her sharp eyebrows.

..Know what?I hesitated.What is this an intervention?I thought.

I thought he told her.Isibelle whispered to Hanna.

Well obviously he didn't.She whispered back.

_My friends are terrible at whispering,how did this ever manage to slip past me?I thought._

So I guess well just do it anyways.Isi said with a questionable tone.

They both shrugged and turned back to me.

Okay,well come on.Hanna grabbed my hand and pulled me toward her metallic aqua VW Eos convertible parked next to mine on the right.

Hanna opened the door and put down the top revealing so much sports equipment it made the gyms closet supplies run with its tail between its legs.

It was also quite messy with wrappers of protein bars and various bottles of anything nutritious.

Woah,what happened to spring cleaning!?Hanna stepped back with a disgusted look on her face.

_I'm With her!_

Eww gr-oss.I pulled away from Hanna quickly and retreated to Isi's side.

Okay so maybe I haven't had any time to clean it out,I have so much practice that I don't want to forget anything.

Okay well Han you forgot something.

What?She asked panicked.

Your feminine touch,I mean come on what's with the trash stuffed everywhere!?I scolded her.

Brutal.Isibelle laughed.

Yeah,you see I forgot my portable trashcan.

When like a bazillion years ago?!

Look it's fine,we can just take my car.Isibelle laughed again and then turned as she walked to her grey Mini Cooper Cabriolet pulling the door open to reveal her almost too tidy car.Clean as can be.She winked.
Hanna put her top down and locked her car back then followed me into Isibelle's car.

It smelled of the familiar mango coconut air freshener than Isi favored so much that she'd sprayed her whole room with it and kept many more stocked in her bathroom cabinet.

When we drove out of the school lot the question popped in my head.Where are we going?I asked.

Umm,it's um a surprise.Hanna said almost too quickly.

Okay now everyone knows when _your_ lying.So where are we going?I asked.

Isisbelle laughed and the nonchalantly answered.Were going to the park.

Somehow I felt that she was telling the truth,but then why did we all pile up in one car like a big deal and why couldn't they have just told me that from the start.

I guess.

I hadn't realized that we'd been in the car for more than the amount of time it'd take to get to the park down the street from the school.

Um,girls what park are we going to exactly?I leaned forward to look at them.

Um to the one in the next town over,it's more fun and I heard they had a new yogurt flavor that's way nutritious.Hanna blabbered.

I raised an eyebrow.I never asked why we were going,relax you're acting suspicious.

Just then my phone began vibrating-I had a new text message from Eric.Finally!

I read the words off of the glowing screen.

*E: Hai :),where are you at the moment??*

*A: In the back of Hanna's car,they're taking me off to some park in another town,aren't they just so complicated? Lml.*

It was a few minutes before he answered.

*E: :),yeah. Have fun.

*A: I'll try,but where were you all day??*

*E: I had some family things to do,so I headed home early.*

*A:Oh.*

*E: Yeah,okay so I'll talk to you later,I've gotta go now,bye.

*A: Bye.*

About 20 minutes later of struggling to keep my eyes open the car pulled to a short stop.

I lifted my head up from the leather seat and found myself alone in the car.

Hanna,Isibelle?I called.

I opened the door and found myself in the familiar park I recognized as the place Eric and I first _date_.

Huh,why am I here?I though rubbing my eye.

I walked around the dim park and found myself in the patch of grass where the large movie screen had been set-up,and surprisingly there was Eric laying on his stomach in the green grass.

I walked slowly over to him and found that he was sleeping.

I lowered myself down siting on his chest and gazed down at him.

I noticed a slight smile form and realized that he wasn't actually sleeping.

I know your awake.I whispered.

His smile grew and his eyes fluttered open. How'd you know?

I shrugged.You were smiling.

That doesn't prove anything,I could have just been having a good dream.

What exactly could you possibly dreaming about that could make you smile while your sleep?

It involves you and me,and something PG.He laughed at his rhyme.

Oh,wow.I laughed.So um why are we here?Is there something wrong?

His smile faded and his expression turned serious.I can't do this anymore.He said lowly.

My heart skipped a beat,was he breaking up with me?!I cleared my throat to stear clear of any quavering.Do what?

He sat up and wrapped his arms around my waist pulling me closer.I don't want to hold back anymore,I want to tell you everything,I want you to know how I feel,and I want so badly to know just how you feel.He squeezed tightly.

My heart settled,relieved that it wouldn't go home broken.I wrapped my arms around his head and tucked my chin in his soft hair.You scared me.I whispered surprising myself with how open I was being.

How?

I though that you were going to-.I trailed off.

I'd never leave you,and I'll never break your heart,I just want to be closer.He spoke into my chest.

..Was I ready for this?I thought.Could I bare to open my heart,can I trust him?A thousand thoughts spiraled throughout my mind in such little time.I came to the conclusion that if I didn't open myself soon then this would end soon,by my hands;I couldn't bare to let him suffer while I took my precious time to get ready for 3 words.

I-I began and then my phone rang.I pulled my phone out of my pocket and answered the call.

Hello?

Arihanna,this is mommy,you father and I will be dropping by Friday,we'll be in town for a day or two for business and expect to have plenty of family time.

Yes mother.I'll have my schedule clear for those days.

Good dear,We love you cupcake.kiss kiss.With that the call ended.

I sighed and tucked my phone back into my pocket.

What was that about?Eric asked.

My parents are coming in to town at the end of the week,and they expect me to be home or _family time_.

Why don't you sound too happy?

Because that's the beginning of our break,and we were supposed to leave.I sighed.

He placed a hand under my chin.We can just push the trip back.

I don't want to,I was looking forward to it so much.

Well,I'll tell you what,if we push the trip back then I'll make it even more special than before.

I reached out my pinky.You promise?

He smiled and wrapped his larger pinky around mine.I promise.

I hugged him tightly and forgot all about why we came here and why Hanna and Isibelle were missing,all I wanted to do was stay there in the soft grass in Eric's warm strong arms.

The rest of the week passed without another notice of Eric wanting to hear how I felt;which I was so grateful for.Unfortunately today my parents would be arriving and staying for two days setting our trip back.

I sighed and bit down lightly on my pencil as I waited for the bell to ring.
When it did I jumped to my feet rushing out to the parking lot.Eric leaned up against my door casually as usual and studied me as I moved closer.He scooped me up and kissed me roughly.

Two days,huh?

I nodded.Yea,then well be on our trip.

He smiled.I hope these two days pass by quickly,I really can't wait.H lowered me down and pulled my door open for me.

I climbed in with a delighted smile.Thanks.

No problem.He smiled and leaned in kissing my forehead gently.

Bye,I'll see you in two days.I waved.

Until then.He kissed me again.Good bye.He closed my door and retreated to his car then we pulled off going our separate ways.






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When I arrived home the familiar sleek black car was parked in the driveway.

I left to my room silently and put down my things-homework.

I turned back to my door and there stood a women with long red hair,gorgeous blue diamonds as eyes,and red heart shaped lips pulled up in a smile.

Mom.I smiled.

She spread her arms and all of my anger of them ruining my vacation disappeared as I ran into them.

Oh sweety I've missed you so much.She whispered into my hair.

I missed you too mommy.I said sounding like such a child to myself-but who cared,I rarely ever saw my parents.

She pulled away and smiled at me for a minute.Your father and I made reservations at the restaurant for tonight,and later we can go do whatever you want okay?

I nodded.Okay.The thoughts of whatever I want was Eric,Eric,Eric,and more Eric,but that wouldn't work.Wait a second,I could have them meet Eric!Or not,my parents would probably say that they only had time for me and a missing older sister.

No possible way they would agree to meet him.

What is it?Mother asked sounding concerned.

I shook my head.Nothing.

You don't sound too convincing,what happened,do you want to tell me something?

I forced a thin smile.Um,actually mom yes.I admitted.

She walked and sat at the edge of my bed patting the spot next to her.

I joined her and took a deep breath.Well you see I met this boy.

A boy,you never tell me about boy problems.She smiled and looked excited.Continue.

I actually think I you know "Like him". I smiled.We had a trip planned.It sort of started today.

Oh,so your father and I interrupted something special,huh?She frowned.

Oh no,we decided to move it back for two days.I explained.

She placed a hand on my back.You didn't half to do that,you had to do was tell us that you had plans.

Mom I couldn't do that.I stood to my feet.How could I,I barely see you and I missed you,but if I went I wouldn't have been able to see you for a while,so we just decided to reschedule.

Mom sighed.You know that guys aren't very patient for long,and if you've been pushing instead of accepting.She stood to her feet.Go on ahead and invite him for dinner while I tell your father.She smiled.

Oh thank you! I wrapped my arms around her one final time before she walked out the room like a model.

I dived for my phone onto my bed and sent Eric an invention.

He text me back shortly agreeing to meet us there at whatever time.


Around 8 I was dressed in a loose knee length navy blue dress and silver pumps.I'd texted Eric the time,and I was now heading out to the car where my parents stood.

I hugged the tall man with brown hair and green eyes-my father- tightly before crawling into the black car.

When we arrived at the restaurant I texted Eric telling him we were here but I felt a tap n my shoulder and turned to find Eric standing there flashing his adorable dimples.

Hey.He hugged me.I didn't know our reunion would come so soon.He joked.

I laughed an d turned to my parents.Mother father,this is Eric,my um,my boyfriend.I blushed.

It's truly a pleasure to meet you bot.Eric smiled and shook both my parents hands.

Hold on a sec,Eric,Eric Hall?My father asked.

Eric nodded. How'd you know?

Your father,Fredrick, we have allot of business with him,and I remember visiting your house in England various amounts of time.It's very beautiful by the way,and you would always be sketching in that fancy notebook of yours,your very talented.

Eric smiled.Thank you,and now that you mention it I do recall you stopping by a few times,I just wasn't sure.

Hold on,sketching?!I thought.He's an artist,how could I've missed that?!I guess I don't know as much about him as I thought I did..

Well we should get to our table.Mother smiled.

A night of eating and my parents bonding with Eric passed by and I stayed deep in thought for the most of it,how come I didn't know he liked to draw,That's it I'm going to get to know all of him before we leave!

We finally decided to leave.

Um Mr and Mrs Heart.Eric cleared his throat.I'm not sure if Arihanna made yo aware of our trip that we planned because she's so forgetful,so I just wanted to make sure that I'm not about to be labeled a daughter kidnapper.He joked.So would you mind if I went off to Hawaii for a while with your daughter in two days.He said surprising me with how forward he was being.

Mother smiled.Arihanna actually already told us about how you two had to push back your plans because we came,and we both decided that it wasn't fair so.Her smile widened.We decided to stay an extra week so that you two can go on your trip,leaving tomorrow,and well be waiting here for you on Monday.Eric I like you,so you'd better make sure my daughter comes back happy.She laughed.

I promise she will.He laughed with her and glanced down at me.Definitely.

We parted our ways shortly and arrived at home.Mother helped me pack for tomorrow and I was all set and ready to go!

Saturday morning Eric and I sat happily on his private jet.

Are you happy?He smiled.

I nodded.I think I'm too happy.

There's no such thing to be too happy.He grabbed my hands in his and squeezed.We going to Hawaii to have the best week ever,together.

I blushed.Together.I thought.Alone.

He laughed.Naughty thoughts,huh.

What no way.I answered quickly.Nervous thoughts.I corrected him.

Don't be nervous,I promise I'll be good.H winked.

You better be.I jokingly scolded him.

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A few hours later I'd drifted to sleep and awoke in a large canopy bed.The curtains blocked my view of anything else.

I pushed them back and found myself in a beautiful room full of glass walls that bright lights from outside shined through and wooden floors.A flat screen TV took up a large wall a dresser took up another and three closed doors lead to some other rooms.

I picked the door to the left and found myself in a wide hallway.A dim light came from a room at the end and there was Eric laying on a leather sofa in front of a lit fireplace watching some sort of show on the screen embedded in the wall above the fireplace.

I sat next to him snuggling close.How long was I sleep?I asked him.

Not to long since we got here.He smiled and wrapped his arm around my shoulders.

I laid my had on his chest hearing his steady heart beat before realizing that II was a lot less nervous than I thought I would be.

How come you never told me you enjoyed drawing?I asked the question that had been pushed to the back of my mind for a while.

He shrugged.It never came up.

But don't you like it?

He laughed.Yes but what about it?

I don't know I thought that you might want to become something like an architect or an artist,something like that.

He was quiet for a while.I did,want to be an architect,but then we'd half to part,you'll be off somewhere traveling the world,and I'll be sketching models for my life,and all I want is you.

I was shocked,how could he throw away his own dream for me.No way,don't do that,you half to do what you want.

He sat up and looked down at me.I am doing what I want,besides I'll take my family's company and can design as many buildings as I want,with you.He smiled.

Oh,well then why didn't you say that in the first place.I thought.Good.I smiled.

He leaned down and kissed my cheek gently.It's more than good,it's perfect.

It was the last day of our vacation and I'd half to say I was dreading it.

Come on.Eric smiled.

We crossed the street to a store.I want to get you something extra special.He smiled.

The store held various items and so much beautiful jewelry it was crazy.

Which one do you like the most?He asked as we peered down at the rings and bracelets and necklaces and everything else.

A necklace I read up on caught my eye It was sort of like a side ways eight embroidered with diamonds;an infinity necklace st.Those!

Oh the infinity set.Eric laughed.

You know about them?I asked surprised.

He nodded.Yeah,perfect choice.He glanced up at the man behind the counter.I'll take those.

The man smiled.That'll be $40.

Eric handed the man the money and received the two necklaces.

Here.He grabbed one of the two necklaces and wrapped it around my neck before putting his own on.

I smiled down at the necklace.Thanks.

No problem.He grabbed my hand and we began to wander around the edge of the beach.The same one where Eric had throne me into the water two days ago;I was furious but it turned out fun.

The beautiful clear water splashed against the pretty sand and the warm air felt nice-almost as nice as his hand felt.





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Around 7 or 8 we returned back to the inn and got ready for bed.

I brushed my hair out and stretched out across the bed.

Eric came and laid over me.I ordered some room service it should be up soon.He kissed my cheek.

I wrapped my arms around his neck locking my wrists.What'd you order?

You'll find out.He smiled flashing his dimples.

Have I ever told you how much I like your dimples?I smiled gently.

No,but I figured.He teased.Have i ever told you how much I like your beautiful hair.He wrapped a strand of my hair in his finger.

I shook my head.No,and I never guessed,I thought it was my lips.

Oh,I like those too.

He rolled over placing me on his chest.Will you let me tell you now?

My heart skipped a beat as I thought about it.I was so ready for it last week,I can handle it.I swallowed hard.Yes.

His expression looked puzzled but it melted down to something deep in feeling.I love you,Arihanna.He said gently.

My heart felt like it would jump out of my chest and I found myself repeating his words.I love you too,Eric.

He smiled gently and pulled me closer kissing me so deeply it was hypnotizing.
He sat up pressing his back against the head of the bead and wrapped his arms around my waist pulling me even closer than I already was.I ran my hands through his hair and I could feel his heart dancing in his chest.

I love you.he whispered again and my heart began to dance as well.So much.He added.

Minutes passed and Eric's hands had found the edge of my satin pajama gown pulling it up over my head after he had at some point torn off his shirt.

Was this actually happening?I asked myself.Was he going to finally give in?

Eric slid off his jeans and just as his warm fingers found my bra straps there was a small knock a the door.

Room service.A voice called interrupting what felt like magic.

Eric paused and swore under his breath-something I'd never heard him do.

I wrapped my arms around his neck.So close.I whispered.

A small smile played on his lips before he flipped over on top of me.There's no way I'm ending this now.They'll get the picture.He laughed lightly and continued on.





Warm...
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The sun hit my face brightly and described how I felt.I sat up pulling the sheets against me as I stood to my feet.

Eric was missing.I dressed myself after the quickest shower I'd ever taken and emerged into the living room which was as empty as all of the other rooms.I went to grab my phone off the nightstand and came back into the living room.Just as I was about to call him the doors opened and in came Eric with a small smile.

His eyes found me.Oh,hey Arih.He beamed.I just went to pick up some breakfast,the room service doesn't serve McDonald.He laughed. and moved closer setting the large bag and coffees down on the table.

I smiled and wrapped my arms around him tightly.Good morning.It was all I could think of to say,actually it was the first thing that came out my mouth.

Morning.He squeezed my tightly.

We watched TV as we ate breakfast.

Today were leaving.I thought.

We're leaving soon.Eric said as if he were reading my mind.

Can you read my mind or something?I laughed.

Huh?He said sounding confused.

It's like every time I think about something you come out and say it.

Oh.He laughed.Well in that case,no I don't think I can read your mind,just your expressions,your body language,your mood.He smiled gently.

I laid on his lap.Well it seems like you can read just about everything about me,I feel like an open book.

He smiled.That may be a good thing,because how else would I know what to do if I can't understand you?

I never thought of it that way.I thought.i guess your rite.I smiled.


So,you want to have a bath?He winked and lifted me up in his arms.

What?!I laughed.Noo.I yelled in protest as he ran into the bathroom closing the door behind us and I'd half to say I didn't _really_ mind.





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We parted on our flight around 7 and I once again fell asleep.

When I awoke we were in his car.How does this keep happening?

Oh your up?Were on our way to your house.He smiled and grabbed my hand in his.

Oh.I spoke lowly.Okay.

The car pooled to a stop and he opened his door before coming to open mine.

I stepped out with Eric following closely behind as we went to the trunk.

He pulled out my suitcase and set it down before closing his trunk with a loud thud.

We sat silently for a while.

I didn't want to leave Hawaii.I admitted.

I know,and to tell you the truth I didn't either.

There was another pause.

The cold wind blew gently lifting my hair up in front of my face.

Eric tucked it behind my ear standing close backing me up against the car and kissed me passionately.

When it felt like hours had passed he pulled apart.I got you something.

He pulled out a small navy blue box and handed it to me.

i opened the small box and found 2 rings inside with words engraved on it.














"To infinity and beyond..."


*Forever....*








*..Arihanna Heart & Eric Hall..*