Revealing Kane

17 - Claiming Forever

John

I could positively kill Nick. Why the fuck would he try to hurt Allison like that? I know what I did in 1984 was wrong, but come on, man. It's so long ago. He and Julie Ann are on very rocky ground at this point, anyway. Why exact his revenge on innocent Allison?

The way her face crumbled at the thought of me cheating absolutely broke my heart. Without a doubt, she loves me like mad and doesn't want anything to come between us, even me and my issues.

Look, I know I've been a shit in the past, to both her and in previous relationships, but I'm trying to change. Be a better man for both her and the baby. I'm trying to stay clean, and I'm not getting distracted by other women. I don't want to lose Allison. Ever. Those weeks without her were the worst of my life.

So why did I invite that fan into the studio, then? I was being nice, I reckon. Was I attracted to the petite, pretty brunette that batted her eyelashes at me? Honestly... Yes, I was. But the important thing is that I didn't act on it. I didn't haul her into the closet as Nick suggested. But did I think about it? I did. Yet Allison means more to me than any quick hook-up, so I behaved myself.

I know it's going to take time to overcome my previous behaviors. To learn to be a better man. In the meantime, I just need to be vigilant and not stray. I will get to a place where behaving is my new norm. And I will do it for Allison.

I'm so happy that I asked Allison to marry me and that she said yes. She could've told me to fuck off and gone running for the hills. She knows me well enough to know what I was like in the past. It's why she melted down when Nick pulled his cruel trick. I need to gain her trust. I'm determined to do so and in whatever way I can.

"Are you done torturing my fiancée now?" I ask Nick as I gently rub Allison's back.

She's tense, and I don't blame her. She already has a lot on her mind with being pregnant and worrying about her career, without one of my friends trying to convince her I've cheated on her. I'll soothe her once we get to our room.

"I'll apologize to Allison, but not you. You deserve that," Nick tells me, and I roll my eyes.

"Fine," I snap. "We only came in here so I could confirm the plans for tomorrow."

"We are to meet in the lobby here at 10:45 am. Do you think you can make that?" Nick asks.

"Can you?" I challenge right back.

I don't know what has gotten into Nick tonight, but he is thoroughly pissing me off.

"When have I ever been late for a scheduled event?" Nick drolly asks, and both Simon and I burst into sarcastic laughter.

"You're having us on, right?" I laugh, but Nick doesn't seem rattled by it.

"You're late almost every single time," Simon states, and I nod in agreement.

"I will be there on time. And I suspect you will be, too," Nick concedes, and I turn to Allison.

As soon as my eyes meet Ally's, I am struck with a sense of awe. This beautiful woman is having my baby and has agreed to be my wife. How am I so fortunate? She might think she doesn't deserve me, but the truth is, I don't deserve her. She is everything I will need or want for the rest of my life. I will make her certain of me, our relationship, and our love.

I watch Ally yawn and realize she's tired. Yet she slept most of the afternoon, so she shouldn't be. I hope she's not getting sick.

"Do you want to go to the room?" I ask as I caress her cheek.

"I do, but not to sleep," she answers, and I smile.

There's my Ally. I tell Simon and Nick we're going to bed as I help Ally to her feet. She smiles, stretching her body a bit, and that's when it happens.

"Hold on a moment," Nick starts. "Allison, are you pregnant?"

Ally looks at me with a look of fear. She knows I didn't want the news out yet, but it seems like we can no longer hide it. I look at Nick, who is expecting an answer.

"Allison is pregnant. She's due next May. But we'd like to keep it quiet for as long as possible, so please don't tell anyone," I say, and Simon nods in agreement.

"Congratulations. But now I know why you're so keen to marry," Nick smirks, and I scoff at him.

"I'm keen to marry because I love Allison. The pregnancy is just a happy addition," I tell him as I take Ally's hand in mine. "Good night. See you both in the morning."

As I lead Allison toward our room, my mind turns on everything that has happened tonight. Especially my marriage proposal. It went exactly as I wanted it to. I'm so glad Ally said yes. I will strive to make her as happy as possible.

I look over at Allison, and she is smiling contentedly. She is obviously thrilled at our new relationship status. I know I am. In fact, it's time I show her just how much she means to me. I pull her into our room and guide her to sit on the edge of the bed. Once she's there, I quickly chain and bolt the door, and I hurry back to her.

Allison looks up at me, her eyes full of love and lust for me. I'm thrilled I will get to enjoy her for the rest of my life. No one compares to her, and I will be my best self for her. She will know - undoubtedly - that I love her like mad.

"I love you, Ally," I tell her as I gently cup her face in my hands.

She, of course, agrees with the sentiment, so I push my lips to hers as I wrap my arms around her. I hungrily take her lips, wanting to get every bit of her I can. In fact, I want even more, so I slide my lips down her neck, licking and nibbling at her tasty skin and hearing her exhale her arousal.

"Johnny," she whispers, stoking my need for her.

I pull away from her and, taking her hands in mine, I pull her to her feet. Allison's smile is full of love and trust as I undress her. I strip her of every scrap of clothing she has on and then step back to admire her.

Good God, this woman turns me on like no other. Her long dark hair cascades beautifully down her back and over her chest. Her full, pert breasts tantalize me with their pink nipples. The round womanly swell of her hips accents her narrow waist. And now, the small round bump of her lower belly shows the existence of the child she carries for me.

"You take my breath away," I whisper, overwhelmed by her beauty and the recent claim I took on her to make her mine forever.

I step to her, taking her left hand in mine and lifting it to brush my lips over her knuckles. The look in her eyes is pure adoration, and she has that for me.

"Are you happy, darling?" I ask, now holding her hand so her new ring catches the light.

The diamonds sparkle perfectly on her dainty hand. She lifts her green eyes to mine and gives me a smile that fills my heart with utter joy.

"Beyond happy. I love you so much, and I can't wait for all that the future holds for us," Ally tells me, and I am overcome with the full gamut of emotions.

I sweep Ally into my arms and kiss her intensely, wanting her to know that I feel exactly the same way. We will make a spectacular life together. I am certain of it.