Once upon a time

Chapter 19: Saving Alec

Madison P.O.V

I slowly reach into the closet where I had kept the book. The book glows and comes to life as I gently run my index finger along its spine. This is where everything began and this is where everything would end. It would be like waking up from the most beautiful dream. I smiled at the book as Mr. Phillips' words echoed in my mind.

But you should think of your love as a blessing, not a curse. Despite searching for their whole lives, most won't ever find a love as strong as yours. I had found the love that consumed me. I found someone that I could love with my entire being. A person that I wouldn't mind waking up to for the rest of our days.

I remembered how happy Mom and Dad were together. How Mom's eyes lit up whenever he was around. I had experienced that with Alec. I'd much rather let him go than doom him here. I love him so much it hurts, but when you truly love someone, you can find the strength in you to set them free.

I wiped away my tears and smiled. This was really goodbye. I opened the book and found my page. I take a deep breath as I begin. I continue reading, tears streaming down my cheeks. The book glows as I read. Alec wakes up and jumps out of the bed. "No, Madison." he pleads, his brown eyes full of pain.

He would hate me for this. But I won't let him die, I want him to live even if it's away from me. I continue to read as I delicately flipped the page and I keep reading, tears falling down on the pages. I wipe my eyes to make sure I could see. Alec starts to glow as I keep reading. I offer him a smile, my view never straying away from the pages.

This continues for hours, my voice slowly fading out as I continue this endless agonising process. I flip to the last page and utter the words, "The End". I shut the book, wearily and turn to see Alec glowing behind me. His tousled brown hair and he gently, oh so gently cups my face. He places his lips on mine for one last time.

I wrap my arms around his neck, savouring the moment for I knew he would be gone soon. There is a single swoosh and when I slowly open my eyes, he is gone. His scent, presence is gone. In its place, there is a tiny velvet box and I gingerly pick it up. I open it to see a beautiful diamond ring. There is a note inside the box, I read it.

Madison,

By the time, you read this, I am probably gone. I knew you would do this, love. Thank you for your love and memories. This is heirloom of my grandmother's. It is her engagement ring and I have always kept it with me, looking for a girl who would steal my heart away. Never did I think that I could love someone so much. I want you to have this, you will always be my queen, no matter where you are.

I love you,

Alec

P.S Your snoring is pretty loud but cute.

I burst into tears and my sobs grows louder as I read the last line. Typical Alec, trying make me smile. I slip on the beautiful ring on my finger and fits perfectly. I curl up into a ball and clutch the note in my hands, sobbing. I knew I would eventually have to let him go, but I let myself grow attached and it may be the best decision I had ever made.

What was I going to tell May? How would she react? The sound of the door opening interrupts my thoughts and May peeks her head out from behind the door. Before I can say anything, she opens it fully to reveal her gorgeous rainbow coloured wings. She sits down beside me as I gawk at her wings. "May, you're so beautiful." I whispered, amazed.

She laughs, a twinkling laugh then instantly sobers. "Do you hate me for keeping this a secret?" she asks, quietly. I shake my head, laughing. My mind was going crazy. "No, I understand. I've always thought you were special. You're still family." I admitted. She beams widely and it really contagious.

She tells me about her real name, Blossom and her curse. The love that Alec and I shared had freed her from the curse. She gives me a wide smile and asks, "Are you ready to leave behind this world?" I nodded, this world had nothing left for me. "Do you trust me?" she asks, looking into my eyes and I smiled at her question.

"Of course, Blossom." I assured her and she takes my hand in her little ones. The room starts to glow and she gives my hand a gentle squeeze. "Just close your eyes and imagine Alec." she advises. I do as she says. I close my eyes, tightly and imagine his warm brown eyes. I imagine his easy smile, his smug look and the look he gives me before he kisses me.

I imagine the sound of his husky voice in the mornings, his addictive scent and the way he touches me. I imagine his melodious laughter, his strong forearms, his perverted hands and the way he gives me a wink whenever I accidentally say a sexual innuendo. The way he holds me so tight and his tousled hair.

There are tears spilling from beneath my closed eyelids. I don't want to open my eyes for this warm tingly feeling in my chest might perish. Then I hear a voice saying, "It's alright now. Open your eyes, love." Instantly without opening my eyes, I know that it is the voice belonging to my dear prince.

So I take the chance and open my eyes to be greeted by the sight of his lovely darling face, his arms are resting around my waist. I blink to see if this is real and I cup his face in my hands. He leans his face into my hands and I burst into tears. Without a warning, I fling my arms around his neck which makes us plop onto the ground.

Alec laughs and kisses my cheeks. He gently wipes away my tears and his lips capture mine, making the world spin. He smiles against my lips. And I knew that I would never ever leave his side, again. He pulls me close as we lie on the grass. He showers me with kisses and I giggle at his attention.

Maybe there are such things as 'Happily Ever Afters'.