My Beloved//Jake Kiszka

Ch.21

Saturday morning arrived with a golden sunrise, painting the sky with hues of pink and orange. You stretched lazily in bed, enjoying the quiet stillness of the early morning. The previous night's conversation with Jake had left you feeling elated and hopeful. Just as you were about to get out of bed, you heard a gentle knock on your bedroom door.

Curious, you walked over and peeked through the crack of your door. There, standing outside with a huge grin and a bouquet of flowers in his hand, was Jake.

You opened the door, feeling your heart race with excitement. "Jake! What are you doing here so early?"

He handed you the flowers, his smile widening. "Surprise! I thought we could spend the day together. Just you and me."

You couldn't help but smile back, taking the bouquet and inhaling the sweet scent. "That sounds perfect. Give me a few minutes to get ready?"

"Take your time," he said, leaning in to give you a quick kiss on the cheek. "I'll be right here. Oh and dress for the beach." He gave a cheeky smile.

You quickly got dressed, choosing a comfortable summer dress and packing a beach bag with essentials. As you stepped outside, you felt a flutter of excitement. Today was going to be special.

Jake took your hand, leading you to his car. "I have the perfect spot in mind," he said as he opened the passenger door for you.

The drive to the beach was filled with light conversation and laughter. The sun was shining brightly, and the ocean breeze was refreshing as you rolled down the windows. When you arrived at the secluded beach, you were amazed by the serene beauty of the place.

"It's gorgeous," you said, stepping out of the car.

Jake smiled, grabbing the picnic basket he had packed. "I'm glad you like it. Come on, let's find a spot."

You walked hand in hand along the sandy shore, eventually settling under a large umbrella that Jake set up. He spread out a blanket, and you both sat down, enjoying the view of the waves crashing against the shore.

"This is amazing, Jake," you said, looking at him with gratitude.

"I'm glad you're here," he said, his eyes sparkling. "I wanted to make today special for us."

You spent the morning talking, laughing, and sharing stories. Jake had packed a delicious picnic, complete with your favorite snacks and drinks. As you enjoyed the food, you felt a deep sense of connection with him.

After lunch, Jake stood up and held out his hand. "Ready for a swim?"

You nodded eagerly, taking his hand as he led you to the water. The ocean was cool and inviting, and you both waded in, laughing as the waves splashed around you.

"Race you to the buoy," Jake challenged, his competitive spirit shining through.

"You're on," you replied, diving into the water.

You swam as fast as you could, but Jake reached the buoy first. He turned around, grinning triumphantly. "I win!"

You rolled your eyes playfully. "Only because you have longer legs."

He laughed, pulling you into his arms. "I'll take any advantage I can get."

As you floated in the water, you felt a sense of peace and happiness. Jake's arms around you felt like the safest place in the world. He leaned in, kissing you softly. The kiss deepened, and you felt your heart swell with love and desire.

When you finally pulled back, you were both breathless and smiling. "This is perfect," you whispered, resting your forehead against his.

"It is," he agreed, kissing you again.

You spent the rest of the afternoon playing in the water, building sandcastles, and lounging on the blanket. The intimacy between you grew with each passing moment, and you couldn't remember a time when you had felt so content.

As the sun began to set, you packed up your things and walked back to the car. The drive back was filled with quiet conversation and comfortable silence, both of you soaking in the memory of the day.

When you arrived at your house, Jake walked you to the door. "I had an amazing time today," he said, his voice soft and sincere.

"Me too," you replied, standing on your tiptoes to kiss him. "Thank you for everything."

He smiled, tucking a strand of hair behind your ear. "I'll see you tomorrow?"

"Definitely," you said, feeling a warmth spread through you.

With one last kiss, you watched him walk to his door before heading inside. You were still on cloud nine as you took a quick shower and changed into your pajamas. Tonight was movie night with Izzy, and you couldn't wait to tell her about your day.

Izzy was already in the living room, setting up a pile of DVDs. "Hey, you're just in time," she said, looking up with a smile.

You joined her on the couch, grabbing a handful of popcorn. "Izzy, I have to tell you something."

She raised an eyebrow, intrigued. "What's up?"

You took a deep breath, feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness. "Jake showed up this morning and took me on a surprise date to the beach. It was perfect. And... I think I've finally made my decision."

Her eyes widened with excitement. "You picked Jake, didn't you?"

You nodded, unable to suppress your smile. "Yes, I did. We talked, and he told me how he feels. It just felt right, you know?"

Izzy squealed with delight, pulling you into a tight hug. "I'm so happy for you, Y/N! I knew you two were meant to be together."

"Thanks, Izzy," you said, feeling a sense of relief wash over you. "It feels like everything is finally falling into place."

You spent the rest of the night watching cheesy rom-coms, laughing and talking about your day. Izzy was thrilled to hear all the details, and you felt grateful for her unwavering support.

As the night wore on, you couldn't help but feel excited for the future. With Jake by your side and Izzy as your best friend, you knew that anything was possible. And as you drifted off to sleep, you felt a sense of peace and happiness that you hadn't felt in a long time.