Neverland's Angel

Chapter 18

Emily's blue eyes fluttered open as she took a deep breath before exhaling it; feeling her body relax she snuggled up to the source of heat that kept her in the feeling of content. She re-closed her eyes as she nuzzled her head deeper into the close space. She once again took a deep happy breath, enjoying the scent of pine wood and fresh dirt it reminding her of a tranquil forest that had just received fresh rainfall. Her smile deepened just as quick as her blue orbs snapped open, only to see a blurred tan hue. Slowly turning her head, she tried to shuffle closer to the very massive sized hot water bottle. Lucky for her a hand slithered up her back and stopped once the fingers entangled themselves into her thick dark blonde strands; they gripped it gently as they pushed her head back into what she assumed was their chest. Their other hand slid down and curled around her lower back, preventing her from moving and keeping her pressed close. Her staring woke him, and he let out a soft yawn, snuggling her closer against him. His fingers tightened around her waist in loving possession as his dark brown eyes fluttered open, his head shifting to look at her. Instead of his signature smirk, a soft, genuine smile fell on his lips. He seemed to be at peace with his current position, his head sunk into the pillow and his arms secured around her like a protective wall.  "Good morning, beautiful." he mumbled softly, and she just melted at the silkiness of his sleepy voice. "Good morning, handsome." Emily smirked seductively, knowing full well that Peter could only resist if he was awake enough. He dipped his head, nudging her nose with his. She tilted her head up curiously, but before she could question him, he pressed his lips to hers. She gasped softly against his mouth before returning the kiss. A finger had found her cheek, and cradled it... Peter put on the best looking pieces of clothes he had. He could hear Emily humming to herself in her new room in the wall of his. He smiled, remembering how thrilled she had been when she saw it. He had a special surprise for Emily, and he was going to give her it tonight. He patted his pocket, where her surprise was safely hidden, before doing up the tie, or trying to anyway. Tink and the boys found it hilarious watching him fumble with it, not believing he could battle pirates, but couldn't do a simple tie knot. Tink held out her arms expectantly. Peter sighed and surrendered, kneeling down to let her and the boys do the knot.  They tightened the knot, to where it wouldn't come undone, but it wasn't suffocating Peter either, when Emily emerged from her room. Peter glanced her way and blushed scarlet. Emily had always been pretty before, but now she was full blown gorgeous. Her hair was braided and up in a bun with strands framing her face. She had blue gem earrings on and a necklace to match. Her dress was a deep maroonish pink with black flats.
Peter was frozen in place filled with shock and awe. Peter was frozen in place as he looked at her. There she was, all dressed up and ready to go for their little date. 'Wow, I never thought Emily could look this good.' Peter thought. "Peter... Peter... Peter!"  Nibs shouted. Peter shook himself out of his thoughts, "W-what?" "Aren't you going to say something?"  Slightly asked with a raised brow. Peter blushed, "Umm Emily, y-you look....Amazing." She blushed harder than Peter, "Thanks." "Well, shall we be going, milady?" Peter asked with a deep bow Emily giggled at his words, gosh he knew how to make a girl feel special. "Of course, my good sir." Then they left, after Peter made it clear that slightly was in charge until they got back. "So, do you think Peter's gonna ask the question?" Cubby asked earning a glare from Tink... Peter laid down on a blanket laying on one of the best stargazing Hill in Neverland. Emily was was laying on his chest, shivering slightly at the cool night air. "Here, wouldn't want my girl to catch a cold." Peter chuckled, tucking a cloth around her tiny body before caressing her head. Their bellies full of food, the two enjoyed eachother's company. Watching her laugh, Peter couldn't help but feel his heart swell whenever he was around her. She was his woman, and he was her man. The love for her...for this girl...this beautiful girl was more than anything, stronger than any feeling he'd ever had before. When he looked at her, when he was with her, he didn't have to pretend to be something he wasn't. He could be his true self...and she was her true self. No matter what life threw at her, she always stayed true to what she believed she needed to be and that's what he loved about her. They were one of the same kind. They both were birds of a feather. They were a unified pair...or at least...they could be.  Looking down at Emily, Peter brushed the locks of hair hanging in her eyes and smiled. "You know...I have given you only one of my gifts this evening..." Laughing Emily sighed. "I think you've given me more than that." Looking away Emily sighed lovingly. Peter was perfect in every way, and she loved him. Chuckling Peter moved out from under Emily. There was something he'd been waiting to ask her ever since he first set eyes on her. Watching Peter, Emily laughed. "Peter, what are you doing?" Sitting up, Peter turned to Emily and smiled. "Emily, tell me honestly...how do you feel about me?" Sitting up Emily smiled sheepishly with a shrug. "Honestly...I love you." Looking up at Peter she smiled lovingly. "I love you more than I've ever loved anyone." Looking away, Emily sighed. She really loved that magical boy. Just then Peter kneeled in front of Emily smiling warmly and lovingly. "Emily, do you know how I feel about you?" Slowly Emily shook her head no. Peter smiled looking at her with eyes so loving. "Emily, I love you more than life itself, and these days you've been here have been nothing short of paradise. I love you. I love you more than anything else that I've ever loved before..." Taking Emily's hands in his fingers, Peter purred lovingly. "Emily...my...sweet, beautiful Emily...not a day goes by that I don't wish you were in my past...but I thank higher powers everyday that you are my present...and now I pray you'll be my future." Shaking her head slightly, Emily hesitated. Was Peter—? Smiling so warmly Peter cooed. "I love you Emily. I will always love you, and so long as you need me...I'll always be here, only two steps behind." Slowly, pulling a small box out from his pocket, Peter breathed in hard. "Emily..." Suddenly Emily's eyes grew wide and she covered her mouth with a hand. He was doing it. With the most loving, caring, and most gentle smile, Peter purred. "Emily...will you marry me?" Just then, Peter opened the box to reveal a beautiful diamond ring her size that glistened in the moonlight. She was lost for words. Did...did Peter really just ask what she thought he asked? Did he really just ask those four words? The words she never thought she'd hear ever? Looking at Peter she breathed hard, trying to hold back the tears of joy. Looking into his eyes, she could see that he really meant what he was asking. The truth of it was in his eyes. He really did love her. Slowly...Emily nodded smiling, letting a tear run down her cheek. Chocking she nodded. "Y-Yes. Yes Peter...Yes." Peter slowly nodded smiling...laughing. "Okay..." scooping up Emily into a tight embrace, Peter sighed a breath of relief. It was only a matter of time now, before Emily was truly his.