Your place or mine

Part 10

The following afternoon you and Al went sight seeing, you did it all, from going to the top of the Empire State Building to taking cute selfies in Central Park, stopping every now and then for coffee. You were stopped a few times by fans for pics, Al was lovely and you even took a few of the pics for them. You surprised yourself at how relaxed you were becoming around fans, Al noticed this as well
" thanks for being patient love " he said.
You was hardly listening, you had stopped outside a cute antique jewellery store when the fan approached Alex for a picture and you was admiring a gorgeous large sliver ring.
Before you knew it Al had dragged you inside, you had a quiet but heated arguement in the doorway

" can we look at this ring please " Al smirked at you while you glared at him
" this deeper shade of pink also suits you love " he teased putting his arm around your waist and giving it a little squeeze.
He looked gorgeous today, blue jeans, T shirt and a leather, his hair was slicked back and he wore a cool pair of Oliver Peoples sun glasses.
You humoured him by trying the ring on, there was no way he was buying it for you it was nearly $1000 for a sliver ring, very over priced for what it was.
It was large and fit perfectly on your first finger finishing just on the knuckle.
You looked at the assistant  " thank you but..."
" we'll take it please " Al spoke over you and handed the lady his card.
You passed the ring back for wrapping and stalked to the back of the shop, sliently fuming. He couldn't keep doing this, you had your own money and you thought it was over priced and wasn't worth the money, you'd have to speak with him about it later.

Were you stood was a selection of vintage inspired engagement rings, some were not your taste but a few were gorgeous, simple thin bands with elegant stones, without realising what you was doing you picked up your favourite and held it to the light, then you saw Al staring at you through the mirror, shit, oh no, you prayed it hadn't give off the wrong impression.
" ready love " he called over.

At the hotel you put on your ring and thanked Al, you tired to explain about how his spending on you wasn't necessary but his fingers slowly undoing the buttons on your dress and his lips and nose nuzzling at your neck silenced you.

You picked up the tour bus two days later. You would be spending a week in total on the road, you was mega excited and the band and crew laughed at your giddiness.

Everyone was in the lobby waiting but Al had gone missing and his phone was ringing out, finally he turned up, out of breath
" you ok babe, where have you been" you asked
" saying goodbye to an old friend " he ushered you on the bus and gave your bum a sneaky squeeze as you climbed on in front of him.

The bands Tour Bus was huge and glam, it was obvious everyone was used to this lifestyle as they settled into favourite seats and playing computer games, while the girls either slept or made snacks.

That night you was sleeping on the bus, it was 1am everyone had gone for an early night in their bunks. You opened the door into the kitchen and popped a beer, you had an uneasy feeling that you couldn't shake off. You turned when you heard the door open to find Al just in his boxers with messy bed head, he looked fit. You went over and cuddled him, your head on his chest.
" hey love, what's up" his hands making circles on your back through your silk PJs.
You shook your head and looked into his eyes, searching for something but all you found was brown orbs sparkling in the dim light.
" can I tell you something love, something that I should have said a few days ago" you nodded for him to continue.
" I know it's only been a month love, and I wouldnt be saying this if I wasn't absolutely certain but...." he struggled it to continue
You kissed his chest, you could feel his heart beating
"I am totally in love with you. Its been a long time since I've felt like this, I'm fucking terrified."
His hands reached up and cupped your burning cheeks
"You've been quiet all afternoon, is everything ok ? Normally I can't get a word in edge ways "
The knot in your tummy was replaced with fairies, you lightly kissed his lips
" Al, I like this colour in your cheeks" he was blushing a lovely shade of pink. He grinned at you.
" I am totally in love with you too Al, I think the moment you asked me out on our first date I fell for you. Do you know how much that dress cost me" you teased him
" I have never been this happy"