Lonely hearts

22. finally mine

It had been a few weeks since Matt and I had that movie night. The weeks were filled with a mix of emotions and reflection. We had spent a lot of time together, talking about what had happened between us and how we felt. It was time to take the next step and decide what the future held for us.

On a early morning, with the sky still holding the promise of a new day, Matt and I had agreed to meet in the park where we often came to talk and reflect. It was a place full of memories, both happy and somber, but it always felt safe and familiar.

When I arrived, I saw Matt sitting on a bench, his eyes fixed on the horizon. He looked pensive and contemplative, and my heart started to race at the thought of the conversation we were about to have.

I walked over to him and sat down beside him. "Hey, Matt," I said softly as I settled next to him. "How are you?"

He turned his head towards me and gave a slight smile. "Hey, Olivia. I'm good. It feels nice to be here with you."

We both looked at the sun slowly rising, its golden rays filtering through the trees. The silence between us was comfortable, but there was an air of anticipation, a sense of what was to come.

"Matt, there's something I'd like to talk to you about," I began, my voice a bit nervous. "Since that night, we've talked a lot, and I've really thought a lot about us."

He nodded, his full attention on me. "Me too, Olivia. There are things I want to tell you."

I took a deep breath and started cautiously. "It's clear that we have something special, something more than just friendship. I've been thinking a lot about my feelings for you over the past few weeks. What I really feel for you... It's deep and real."

Matt's eyes searched mine, and I saw a mix of longing and uncertainty in his gaze. "I feel the same, Olivia. The feelings I have for you are stronger than I expected. I've tried to understand them, but it's hard to ignore them. I really want to build something with you."

A warm smile spread across my face. "That's exactly how I feel too, Matt. It's so confusing but also exciting. I want us to give this a chance, to see where these feelings can take us."

Matt's smile widened, and he placed his hand over mine. "It means so much to me to hear that. We've been through a lot together, and I want to continue that journey with you."

I squeezed his hand gently, my heart full of emotion. "Let's take it step by step, Matt. We have all the time we need to explore this new phase in our relationship. But I want you to know that I'm here for you, through everything."

He nodded and gently pulled me closer. "That sounds perfect. I just want to be honest and open with you, and face the challenges and beautiful moments together."

We sat there for a while, the silence between us filled with a comfortable intimacy. It felt like a new chapter in our relationship was beginning, a chapter full of possibilities and promises.

After a while, Matt stood up and helped me off the bench. "Would you like to go for a walk? Or maybe get something to drink?"

I smiled and nodded. "Yes, that sounds lovely.

Matt and I walked hand in hand along the path leading to the cozy coffee shop. It was a light and playful day, with a pleasant breeze making our conversations even more lively. The idea of getting a drink together felt perfect after our deep conversation in the park.

As we stepped inside the shop, we were greeted by the smell of freshly brewed coffee and warm croissants. The atmosphere was cozy and relaxed, and it was exactly what we needed. As we walked in, we noticed that Chris and Nick were already seated at a table, busy with their drinks and conversations.

Chris spotted us first, and his face lit up with a broad smile. He made a gesture inviting us to join them. Nick, noticing Chris's enthusiasm, looked up and waved at us.

Matt and I exchanged a glance and decided to walk over to their table. I felt a touch of excitement and nervousness, especially since we were now officially out as a couple, but also because I knew Chris and Nick were likely curious about how things had turned out between Matt and me.

When we reached the table, Matt pulled out a chair for me and then took the other chair for himself. "Hey, guys," he greeted them with a broad smile. "We have some good news."

Chris and Nick looked up from their drinks, their curiosity clearly visible. "Oh, tell us," Chris said, his eyes sparkling with anticipation.

Matt looked from his brothers to me and held my hand firmly. "Olivia and I have talked and decided to make our relationship official. Olivia is now my girlfriend."

The words came as a pleasant surprise, but also as a relief. Chris's face broke into a genuine smile, and Nick leaned forward with a grin. "Wow, that's awesome, man! Congratulations to both of you."

I felt a warm flush on my cheeks and nodded shyly. "Yes, it really feels great to finally be official. It's an exciting step for us."

Chris clapped his hands and leaned forward, his eyes shining with joy. "We're really happy for you guys. It was already clear that you had something special."

Nick nodded in agreement. "Yeah, it's good to see you happy, Matt. And Olivia, welcome to the family."

I smiled widely, grateful for their support and enthusiasm. "Thank you. It means a lot to us to have you backing us."

Matt nodded and grabbed a few drinks from the waiter who had just come by. "Let's toast to this."

We raised our glasses and took a sip, the feeling of togetherness and joy filling the space. It was a moment of relief and happiness, not only for Matt and me but also for Chris and Nick, who offered their support and encouragement.

The conversation flowed easily, and as we drank and talked, we noticed that any tension that might have existed was now replaced by a warm sense of connection. Chris and Nick were genuinely happy for us, and their support gave us the confidence to embrace this relationship.

After a while, we stood up to leave, our faces still lit with joy. "It was really great to be together," Matt said as we prepared to leave. "I'm so glad we could share this with you."

Chris patted Matt on the shoulder. "We're glad you're here."

Nick gave me an encouraging nod. "Yeah, and if you ever need any advice, you know where to find us."

Matt and I left the coffee shop with a sense of fulfillment and excitement. Hand in hand, we walked back to the car, the world around us seemed even more beautiful now.