My Last Breath

Chapter 31- words can say alot

It's been a year since we kissed. When sophomore year came rolling along, I was so excited when I found out that Lexi was in some of my classes.

In my room studying for a major history test, I hear the door open and see the back of a tall man kissing.. Lexi!
Eyes watching them, they kiss as she closed the door with her foot. Clearing my throat, I close my books and roll my eyes "seriously guys, we have a test tomorrow."
She looks at me "oh Ashely, I thought you were with Bruce today," she blushes.

  I grin "no, he's working until 6, it's after."
She raises an eyebrow as the man wraps his arms around Lexi's torso. "Let's go baby, I haven't taken you on a proper date yet," he winks. She chuckles and kisses his cheek as he walks out the door.
"I don't like him," I clear my throat and brush hair behind my shoulder.
"Really Ash? Scott's a great guy." Placing her hands on her hips, I sigh and lean back on the bed "I'm sorry, I know you love him a lot."
  She sits down on the bed next to me "it's okay, I know Bruce would do anything for you, I wish I had that kind of relationship." Patting my knee, she gets up and walks toward the door, "I'll let you study, bye."

  Exhaling with relief, I reopen my book and flip a page "now let's see what I can do here:"
Studying until 6, I sigh and slam the hard cover book closed,  rubbing my eyes. Stomach growling, I brush my hair back with a hand and grab my book. Crossing my legs, I open it and start reading "A Crown of Thorns."

My eyes flutter shut as I slightly put the book down. Maybe just a quick nap before Bruce gets here.
Drifting off into sleep, I relax and breathe up and down until a knock jolts me awake an hour later.
Groaning, I look at the clock and bite my lip, it read 7:30. I must have fallen asleep longer then I thought. Marking my place in the book, I set it on my bedside table and go to the door. Yawning again, I open it and see a familiar face pop in "hey sleepyhead."
Walking in, he sits on the edge of my bed "I missed you today. Work was stressful again, I need your help."
I blush and close the door as I go toward him and straddle his lap. His fingers lightly graze my chin as he whispers "you're beautiful."
I chuckle and our foreheads touch "thank you, you aren't are to bad yourself Bruce."

Wrapping one arm around my waist, I peck his lips and smile "I missed you to dork," tapping his nose. Chuckling, he holds my neck and pushes me closer to him. Getting off him, I brush my hair back and yawn "what are you doing here anyway?"
"My shift ended at 6, I thought I told you that."
"I knew that, I was just wondering," I go to my closet and peel my shirt off. Seeing a glimpse of skin, he blushes and looks away "I know, but I had to see you."
Shirt on, I walk out and kick my shoes off "okay?"
He clears his throat, "I need you to show you something babe, come on." Taking my hand, I quickly slip into my shoes as he leads me out the door. Closing it with one hand, he guides me toward the double doors and I roll my eyes "where are you taking me exactly?"

"Oh, it's a surprise. I really hope you like it Ash," he states. Not looking at me until we stop at the place where we had our first date, I smile "you brought me here?"
He nods, "yeah, just wait.. it'll get better."
"Ok, I'm trusting you boy, don't make me regret it."
He chuckles and runs a hand through his dirty blonde hair, "I'm not one to disappoint," he winks. Blushing, I look up at the stars and smile "just like I remembered."
He whistles and music starts playing as he lays down a blanket and sits down.
"Sit," he demands.

I sit next to him and he wraps an arm around me. Leaning my head on his shoulder, I sigh.
"Something wrong?" Turning his head, I shake my head "no, everything is perfect."
He kisses my cheek "it is."
"So you got any plans for the future yet?" I ask.
He nods, "probably settle down and hopefully start a family if I'm lucky. You?"
"Same, I want all that too."
"How many kids do you want to have?" Scratching his neck, he waits for my response as I say "2, a boy and a girl. But I don't care really. You?"
Yawning, I snuggle close to him as he yawns "2 or 3."
I smile "that's cool, how you likening junior year Bruce?"
He rubs my arm, "not bad thanks. For you?"
I nod "not bad thanks."
He gulps and stuffs his hand in his jacket as he turns his head toward me "I'm glad you're my girlfriend A. I love you."
Kissing me soft and sweet, he cups my chin and his breath tickles my ear. Kissing him back, I smile "I love you. When you were gone for my last year of high school, I couldn't take it."
He touches my hair and rolls his eyes "wimp."
I hit him on the arm playfully "oh, shut it. It's the truth idiot."
He laughs and pulls away from me as I look into those green eyes, hinting a shimmer of gold. I crack my neck and I rarely noticed the soft music playing. Placing my hand on the grass, I gulp and stand up. Taking his hand, I slow dance with him as he raises an eyebrow "what's this for?"
I shrug "just cause. Besides I'm teaching you the waltz so you better be grateful." Blowing hair out of my face, he places one hand on my waist and another in my hand. Showing him the steps, I nod "okay, I think you got it. You ready to try it for real this time?"
He nods, "with you, I can do anything."
I chuckle "I'll take that as a yes," as he leads. Following, we waltz around as he looks at me "I've been meaning to tell you something. It just wasn't the right time. So I think is the right moment."
He spins me and clasps our hands together, "when you first came to Seawater, I only liked you for sex. But then, you slowly became my friend and something in me changed. Now, I'm finally comfortable around me and you with me, so.."
Dipping me, I smile and lean my head back "I loved you Bruce, I always have. I was hurt when you used me like that, but things worked out for the better. You're the best boyfriend a girl could ask for," I blush.
He bites his lip and kisses me. Kissing him back, he pushes me away and gulps, "I know I haven't known you for very long, but we both loved each other once, and we still do now. I love you more and more each day, and I never want that to change. You were my best friend, and still are. I hope you'll even do me the honor of carrying my children someday. That would make me the luckiest guy alive."
My eyes tear up a little as I wipe the corners away "Bruce.. I"
He closes his eyes and gets down on one knee. He digs out his little box and opens it revealing a diamond ring. Clearing his throat, I cover my mouth and have a tear streaming down my face. He gulps "Ashely Oliva Pane, would you do me the honor of marrying me?"
I'm speechless as my lips tremble and a huge smile appears on my face.