Broken World

Chapter 12

       "Well, cover your eyes," he says. He pulls me forward, and guides me to a spot. "Now open." When I open my eyes I see the most breathtaking scene I've ever seen. I can see mountains in the distance, a river runs under the little hill we're on, the trees are gorgeous, and it's awe inspiring.

       "Oh my God! It's so beautiful!" I exclaim.

       "I knew you'd like it," Max says smiling.

       "I don't like it. I love it!" I exclaim staring off into the scenery. He wraps his arm around me, and I lean into him. I wish we could stay here together for forever. A bit later the sun starts setting, and the scenery becomes even more beautiful. I wish I had a camera because it's so pretty. After the sun sets, Max pulls two mattresses out of the bushes, and puts blankets on them.

       "Ready to literally sleep under the stars?" he asks.

       "Oh my gosh. When did you plan all of this and get away with it?" I ask.

       "When I was getting ready for camp, and I had to keep a few people quiet with a few threats and money; they instantly complied," he says with a smile on his face.

       "You sneaky bastard!" I exclaim with a smile of my own.

       "I know I am," he says.

       "I wish I could live here. It's so lovely," I say staring up at the stars.

       "I do too. I think it would be amazing to wake up with this view," he says staring at the stars. I wish this boy would give me the love I want.

       "I think I'm going to sleep. Night, Max," I say turning to look at him.

       "Night, Delilah. I love you," he says. I feel his hand on my back as I roll over. He rubs my back, and it sends shivers through me. It feels like every place his hand touches has electricity running through it. I fight sleep for the longest time to keep the feeling. I lay there with my eyes shut feeling his loving touch. He mumbles something just loud enough for me to hear it, and it sends sparks all through me. I moan and flip to my stomach. After I get myself situated his hand is back on my hand, and this time I can't fight sleep. My body and brain gives up to the wonderful thing of sleep.