Rolling Hearts | Cherry Blossom (SK8 The Infinity) ON HIATUS

Chapter 22: Wanna Be Yours

𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐒𝐔𝐍 𝐁𝐄𝐆𝐀𝐍 𝐓𝐎 𝐒𝐄𝐓 over the tranquil ocean, Cherry couldn't help but feel a twinge of jealousy in his heart. Raiko, was lounging on the sandy shore, her toned body glistening in the golden light. But it wasn't just her physique that caught his eye; it was the swimsuit she was wearing.

Cherry longed to touch her, to hold her close and never let go. It was as if a part of his soul was yearning to be intertwined with her, to become the man she love. 

He let out a heavy sigh, Joe on the other hand; still facepalmed. "You're stupid." he spat.

"I am not. Just wait." Cherry retorted.

When they all sat around the campfire, Cherry found himself stealing glances at Raiko, his eyes lingering on her every move. He wanted to reach out and take her hand, to feel the warmth of her skin against his own. But he hesitated, unsure of how she would react.

"I'm going to help to cook barbeque!" Reki said and got up to go to the area where Joe was cooking a barbeque with Shadow. "Me too!" Langa yelled and joined them. While Miya on the other hand, is playing with his Nintendo Switch.

Raiko lay down on her beach towels to watch the stars twinkle above them, as Cherry felt a surge of courage. He took a deep breath and reached out to take Raiko's hand, feeling her fingers intertwine with his own.

"Raiko," he whispered, his voice soft and tender. "You look beautiful."

Raiko looked up at Cherry, her eyes filled with emotion. She could see the depth of his feelings for her, and it filled her heart with warmth and gratitude. She squeezed his hand tightly, feeling grateful for what he said.

"Thank you, Cherry." she responded and smiled as she sat properly. "I thought you were going to be mad at me." she sheepishly added. 

"Why would I?" he asked, feeling confused.

"I saw your facial expression a while ago and you look like you were about to punch someone, and I thought it was me." Raiko honestly said, and scratched her nape.

Cherry cherished Raiko's purity and honesty above all else. It was a rare and precious quality that he admired deeply. Raiko's unwavering integrity and authenticity drew Cherry to her like a moth to a flame. 

He was captivated by her unapologetic sincerity and the way she wore her heart on her sleeve. In a world that often prized superficiality and deception, Cherry found solace in Raiko's unwavering commitment to truth and authenticity. 

Her purity and honesty were a shining beacon in the darkness, guiding Cherry towards a brighter, more authentic future. Cherry knew that he wanted to spend the rest of his life with Raiko, holding her close and cherishing her for all that she was - pure, honest, and utterly beautiful.

Cherry chuckled and pulled Raiko close, wrapping his arms around her. "Hey, you know I could never be mad at you for long. You're the most beautiful and amazing person I've ever met."

Raiko blushed and leaned into Cherry, feeling grateful for his words. She knew that what she is feeling right now is love, it could be fierce and unpredictable at times; but it was also incredibly beautiful. 

"Come on? Let's get away from here, I just have something to tell you." Cherry said and asked her to go to the seashore. It was not too far, but was enough for them to have privacy.

This is it, Cherry is about to confess his love for her. For months, Cherry had been harboring a secret that weighed heavily on his heart. He had fallen deeply in love with Raiko, and the thought of confessing his feelings to her made his heart race with both excitement and fear.

Cherry had known Raiko for months, but she had always been a constant source of inspiration and joy in his life. Her infectious laughter and radiant smile could light up a room, and Cherry found himself drawn to her like a moth to a flame.

As they sat on the beach, watching the stars above the horizon, Cherry took a deep breath and gathered his courage. He knew that this was it; the moment he had been waiting for. They sat there watching the waves crash against the shore, Cherry felt a sense of contentment wash over him.

He looked over at Raiko and saw her smile, her eyes filled with happiness. He knew that she was the one he wanted to spend the rest of his life with, the one who made him feel alive and complete.

"Raiko," Cherry began, his voice trembling slightly. "There's something I need to tell you. Something that's been weighing heavily on my heart for months now."

Raiko looked up at him, her eyes full of curiosity and anticipation. Cherry could see the question forming on her lips, but he didn't let her finish.

"I love you" Cherry said, his voice barely above a whisper. "I know that this might come as a surprise to you, but I can't keep these feelings inside any longer. I want to spend the rest of my life with you."

Raiko's eyes widened in surprise, of course who wouldn't be? The great Kaoru Sakurayashiki is confessing to her? Oh laws.

But then she smiled; a dazzling, radiant smile that lit up her entire face. Cherry could see the joy and happiness in her eyes, and he knew that she felt the same way he did.

"Hey now," Raiko said, her voice filled with emotion. "I've loved you for so long now, but I was too afraid to say anything because I thought this was just an infatuation."

Cherry felt a wave of relief wash over him as Raiko spoke those words. He knew that he had taken a huge risk in confessing his love to her, but now that she felt the same way he did, he knew that everything would be okay.

While watching the stars twinkle in the sky above them, Cherry knew that this was just the beginning of their journey together.

As they reached their friends, Cherry pulled Raiko close and whispered in her ear, "I want to spend forever with you, Raiko. Will you be mine?"

Raiko looked up at Cherry, her eyes filled with tears. "Yes," she said softly. 

"I will be yours forever, Cherry."

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AUTHOR'S NOTE:

Short aahh chapter, I promise you the next one is better.