Dogs & Pictures - Victoria Pelova

Chapter 31

We were still in the pool and the words that came out of Vic's mouth made me the happiest I've been in a long time.
"You like me?" I asked as if I wasn't fully convinced.
She looked at me even more sternly saying, "Yes, I do."
I went in to kiss her again but this time it was more passionate. I held onto her hips as she wrapped her arms around my neck. I could be here with her forever.
We swam a little longer having fun in the pool and then went upstairs to get ready for bed. I did know what to expect tonight but whatever was going on in Vic's mind I wanted to be respectful.
As usual, Vic was just wearing a sports bra and shorts to sleep. I was already in bed as she was coming from the bathroom. She slowly laid beside me on her side so she could look at me and before I said anything I brushed her hair behind her ear making the moment more intimate.
"Whatever is going to happen between us I want to take it slow," I said thinking about what happened between me and Drew. I don't want to mess anything up even though our breakup wasn't my fault.
"It's fine with me," she said reassuring me and nodding her head.
"Goodnight."
"Goodnight."

-next day-

I started to notice I was more an early bird than Vic and I haven't always been that way but since I've gotten in the habit of waking up early to go for runs I've kept that routine. Now I wake up not needing an alarm and go outside to run a mile or two.
Today I decided to do that because who wouldn't want to see the sunrise in a beautiful country with a beautiful view? Greece was the perfect place to take my mind off things and just enjoy what I have right in front of me.
I started my run from the hotel and then followed a trail that I had no idea where it led to but as long as I had my phone I would be fine.
It was no surprise that the whole time I was running I was thinking of Vic. She was running in my mind as I was too. I couldn't help but think of us and what we used to be and what we are now. I used to think she was my friend and only my friend but now I know she is way more than that. I remember the times when I spent time with her and it was so obvious that we had a thing and we would flirt but I didn't take the hint. I never really had those moments with Drew because we met each other knowing we would get together and not try to be friends. It's so much better when you know that the person you're with was and is your friend you don't have to pretend like someone else around them but you can just be yourself.

I found the hotel finishing my run. My phone said I ran for 3 miles which is way more than I thought I could get through. I never thought I would be the kind of person to be running in the morning or at all but here I am.
I was incredibly drenched in sweat so I made sure I took a shower quietly because I didn't want to wake up Vic. I know Vic says we came to Greece for me so I could rest and relax but I want to let her rest too because I know how much she needs it.
I got out of the bathroom already changed just in case Vic woke up so she wouldn't have to see me changing. I was right of course because right when I opened the bathroom door I saw her sitting on the edge of the bed scrolling in her phone. She was already changed and she was wearing a blue cropped shirt with blue Jean shorts.
I said she looked in blue and today were wearing it.
"You remembered," I said.
I looked at her up and down. I couldn't help but kiss her and she said, "Of course I did because I knew you'd do that."
"Do what?" I ask.
She smiled saying, "Kiss me."
I was shocked by this small gesture. Some small thing you just remembered. You listened to me. You care even if it's just something to wear because it means I know you think about me even if I'm not there.
I kiss you again and you look at me and say, "If I knew it would be this easy I'd have worn blue every day."
I laughed then said, "damn I think it would be impossible to take things slow with you."

For the rest of the day, we walked on the beach, around the city, ate, and just enjoyed our time together. When I felt like it I held her hand and she did as well. Even when I wanted to take it slow with her I've already been taking it slow the whole time.

Authors note:

I know today's chapter wasn't as long as my usual chapters so I do apologize for that but I hope you still enjoyed it!! Also if I were to write another book who from whom would you want me to write about??