Trials and Love

Chapter 10

Previously

      Afraid to love..

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      A week went by and Rob was outside doing some yard work. His parents were gone into town and his siblings were working today and he had the day off. He smiled as he picked a light blue rose. Crystal said she loved these and they were blooming really well. He then got an idea. Since it was just him, Crys, and Jon at home today, he actually wanted to spend some alone time with her. He went inside and grabbed a basket, neatly placing in some sandwiches, fruit, juice, and some cake in before going upstairs and went to Crystal's room.
     "Crys?" He called softly as he knocked on the door before opening it. Crystal looked up from her book and smiled.
     "Hey Rob. What is it?"
     "Well, would you mind getting dressed and coming with me for a bit? I want to take you somewhere. Just the two of us." She couldn't help but blush a bit, but smiled.
     "Sure. I'll be ready in 10." He smiled and nodded, closing the door.
      When Crystal came out she was wearing a light blue dress, that went just past her knees, with see through sleeves. Her hair was neatly brushed with a matching flower headband. Rob was stunned. She was beautiful.. Perfect even.
     "Y-you look beautiful, Crys.." He felt his cheeks turn a slight pink. She blushed a bit but smiled.
     "Thank you.." He smiled before holding the door for her. She smiled and went out. He was very nice. He smiled and grabbed the basket and the blanket before walking to the destination.
      After a while of walking and talking, Robert and Crystal arrived at the place. It was a wide open field with flowers, a small river, and a few trees in the back. Crystal gasped softly. Never once has anyone took her to such a beautiful location.
     "Rob... I-its beautiful..."
     'Not as beautiful as you...' He thought, but kept it to himself as he smiled. "I come here often. It's a quiet place and there's not many that know about it. I thought maybe we could spend some time together."
     "I would love that.." She smiled. He smiled and set out the blanket before sitting down. She smiled and sat down on the opposite side before helping him with the food. "Wow... I didn't think you planned this."
     "I wanted to. And Crys?" He pulled out the blue rose from the basket. "Here. I remember you saying that these are your favorite." She smiled and gently took it, her fingers brushing his gently and he shivered a bit. He just wanted to take her hand and intwine their fingers; never wanting to let go.. He reached out but stopped before lowering his hand and smiled. "I'm glad you agreed to come with me today."
     "Me too.." She smiled.