MCSM: A Rather Ridiculously Ravishing and Romantic Anthology

Act III: Jesse (F)

Jesse knew that Lukas would need her help to dance, so she knew what to expect. She saw Lukas standing by a lamppost, she was delighted to see him and immediately ran to him. Lukas, in response, got up and smiled as he saw the lovely little girl hurtle towards him. She tightly embraced him, absorbing the warmth from his jacket, and saying "Are you ready, my sweet?" Lukas could only grin and say "Ready when you are." He took her hand and they both headed for the ball together and as one.

Jesse's nerves were buzzing with excitement and her heart was uncontrollably pumping love to her cells. She was so filled with love, that she was literally radiating love. Lukas noticed it, and it immediately affected him. He sighed deeply but stopped. "Hey, what's wrong?" Lukas could no longer go further. "No. No. No. I can't do this, Jesse. I just can't." Jesse tried to comfort him with "Look, I already said I would lead but-" but Lukas sharply responded "This is more than just the dance, it's about me. I just don't think the world is prepared to see the true me. I'm sorry for holding the date, I really am. But, thank you for giving me the time to prepare myself. I needed that." Jesse smiled that her little sweetheart was becoming a man and helped Lukas up from the floor. "Anything for you, my introverted partner. I'm sure the world is ready to see your true you." Lukas was further encouraged when Jesse lay her head against his shoulder. He again took her warm hand and they headed to the ball like a blossoming couple.

Both were laughing when they reached the ball. "I know, right? This is just crazy! Some 15 years ago, you rescued me from that ravenous monster and now, look where we are!" Lukas blushed red when she mentioned that beautiful moment between them. He turned to meet her deep green eyes and like a lovestruck boy, said "God. You're so beautiful, it hurts..." Jesse smiled and for a moment, her lips met his again. It was another blissful moment, Lukas could feel his heart pound with affection, her touch was so soft, it was like he was kissing velvet. They broke apart, and she thought "You know what? I don't think we should go to this ball."

Lukas jerked his head back in shock. "But, but, what about our date?" Jesse reassured him, "Don't worry. It's still a date. I know somewhere we can go, to be alone. Just you, me, and our love." Lukas smiled and said "You know what? I'd really like that." Jesse immediately dragged Lukas' arm and she led him through the emerald forest to a familiar opening. Lukas and Jesse were giggling the whole way.

When they got there, she said "Totally beautiful. No questions asked" to which Lukas replied "It looks so different at night. Good call, my sweet little truffle." Jesse broke into laughter before she tightly hugged Lukas again, but rather out of humour that time. Lukas murmured again "Gosh. Simply dashing. I love her so much..." Jesse beckoned at him to come to her. "This is perfect. Just the two of us, in the Eden Garden on Earth." Before Lukas could talk again, she placed a finger against his lips (ssh. Let actions speak), took both of his hands, and entered a slow dance. It was rather solemn at first, but after a while, the couple were almost enjoying themselves.

"What do you mean you cannot dance. You're practically a natural!" Jesse said after a minute. "Well then, I guess it was rather unexpected, should I say? Well, I've just never danced with a partner before." Lukas lost himself staring deep into her eyes, 'Oh gosh. You leave me breathless. You are one amazing individual.' They stopped for a while, sitting down onto the soft blades of grass. Jesse sighed deeply before laying her head on Lukas' shoulder again. "Just you… and me…" she muttered dreamily into his earl and then he sighed.

I love you so much, it hurts...