Drama (Cammy and Onyx's Story)

Chapter 17: Always

Saturday morning dawned bright and clear, the sunlight streaming through my bedroom window as I stretched and yawned. Despite the previous day's turmoil, I felt a sense of calm and determination settling over me. I was ready to face whatever came next, and with Onyx by my side, I knew I could handle it.

I got dressed and headed downstairs, the smell of fresh coffee guiding me to the kitchen. My mom was there, flipping through a magazine, a peaceful smile on her face. "Good morning, sweetie," she greeted me.

"Morning, Mom," I replied, pouring myself a cup of coffee. I joined her at the table, the warmth of the cup soothing in my hands. "Do you have any plans for today?"

"Just the usual errands," she said with a shrug. "How about you? Any plans with Onyx?"

I smiled, the mention of his name bringing a rush of warmth. "Yeah, we're going to spend the day together. I think we both need a break from all the drama."

She nodded, her eyes twinkling with understanding. "I'm glad you have someone like Onyx. He seems like a good guy."

"He is," I said, feeling a surge of gratitude. "He's been really supportive, especially with everything that's been going on."

"That's important," she said, reaching out to pat my hand. "Just remember to take things at your own pace. Don't let anyone rush you into anything you're not ready for."

"I will, Mom," I assured her. "Thanks."

After finishing my coffee, I headed back upstairs to gather my things. My phone buzzed with a message from Onyx: "Good morning! Ready for our adventure today?"

I smiled and quickly replied, "Absolutely! See you soon."

A short while later, Onyx pulled up in front of my house, and I hopped into his car. The moment I saw his smile, the weight of the previous day seemed to lift even more. "Hey, you," I said, leaning over to kiss him on the cheek.

"Hey," he replied, his eyes sparkling. "I thought we could start with a hike. Get some fresh air and clear our heads."

"Sounds perfect," I agreed, feeling a sense of excitement.

We drove to a nearby trail, the summer breeze ruffling our hair as we made our way through the forest. The sound of birds chirping and leaves rustling created a soothing backdrop, and I felt myself relax with each step.

As we walked, we talked about everything and nothing, sharing stories and dreams. Onyx's presence was a balm to my soul, and I cherished these moments of simple joy.

At one point, we reached a clearing with a breathtaking view of the valley below. We sat on a large rock, the sun warming our faces as we took in the beauty around us.

"This is amazing," I said, leaning into Onyx's side.

"It is," he agreed, his arm wrapping around me. "I'm glad we decided to do this."

"Me too," I said, turning to look at him. "Thank you for being here for me, Onyx. I don't know what I'd do without you."

He smiled, his eyes filled with tenderness. "I'm here for you, Cammy. Always."

We sat in comfortable silence for a while, simply enjoying each other's company. The worries and tensions of the past days seemed to fade away, replaced by a sense of peace and contentment.

Eventually, we made our way back down the trail, the afternoon sun casting long shadows on the ground. As we approached the car, my phone buzzed again. I glanced at the screen and saw a message from James: "Can we talk?"

A shiver ran down my spine, but I quickly dismissed it. I didn't want James to intrude on this perfect day. I showed the message to Onyx, who frowned but didn't say anything.

"What do you think?" I asked, seeking his input.

"I think it's up to you," he said after a moment. "If you want to hear him out, I'll support you. But if you don't, that's okay too."

I nodded, appreciating his understanding. "I'll think about it. Right now, I just want to focus on us."

"Good," he said, smiling. "Let's do that."

We spent the rest of the day together, exploring the city, grabbing lunch at a quaint café, and simply enjoying each other's company. As the sun began to set, painting the sky in hues of orange and pink, we found ourselves at the park where we had our first date.

Sitting on a bench, we watched as the day slowly faded into night. Onyx took my hand, his thumb gently brushing over my knuckles. "This has been a great day," he said softly.

"It really has," I agreed, feeling a sense of contentment.

As the stars began to twinkle in the night sky, I realized that no matter what challenges lay ahead, I was ready to face them. With Onyx by my side, I felt a strength and courage that I hadn't known before.

Leaning my head on his shoulder, I whispered, "Thank you, Onyx. For everything."

He kissed the top of my head, his voice a gentle promise. "Always, Cammy. Always."

And in that moment, I knew that together, we could overcome anything.