Honeymoon confessions

ch. 9

     "No!" Shandell exclaimed. "I'm not going to close my eyes." Justin smiled and shook his head. "Why?" He asked. "Because the last time I did that you took me to the edge of the deck of the ship." She answered making Justin laugh out loud. He couldn't believe she still had not let that go. "This time is nothing like that. Trust me."

Shandell sighed before allowing her husband to blindfold her and lead her to god knows where. He guided her to the center of the candle-lit room. "Are you ready?" He asked from behind her. She wasted no time in responding by shaking her head. Gently, he took of the blindfold and patiently waited for her to open her eyes. After a few seconds, he heard a small sigh from her.

Shandell looked around the lit room. Sweet scented candles gave the place a peaceful feeling. She also noticed how they were arranged to leave the center where they stood in a heart shape. She couldn't hold her excitement anymore as she dragged him deep in a hug since the dress she wore prevented her from jumping on him.

Justin's plump lips stretched into a wide smile. This was exactly what they meant by getting happiness from the happiness of a loved one. "Do you like it?" He asked. Her smile and behavior should have been enough for him but he wanted to hear her say it. It was that confirmation that was going to make his conscience rest. After his 'meeting' with Michelle he felt he needed to try extra hard with the surprise he had install for her and she saying she loved it would be taken as a I 'forgive you for your infidelity.'

She planted a kiss on his lips before answering. "This is amazing." He smiled and nodded and cue, the sweet melodies of 'lady in red' started playing. She watched as the violinist came out of a corner. "Oh my god!" She breathed excitedly as she faced Justin. "I hate the violin," She started which caused Justin's smile to turn upside down. "...but..." She continued, "I love this song, this surprise, and you." He smiled again.

"May I?" he bowed and asked with a perfect British accent.

"You may." She giggled.

It was as though their breathing and heartbeats were in synch. They had danced so many times and each time-such as present- it felt different: a new type of refreshing. They both smiled as they moved swiftly, following the sounds of music produced from the violin. The song ended and he played another tune.

Although it was quickly planned, Justin was beyond glad he took the initiative. Her smile was everything to him at the moment. After their fourth dance, he led her to the table he had set up by the window.

Shandell was really happy with the surprise. The view from where they sat was everything. She knew the money involved in the entire surprise, from the rented room, to the candles, to the violinist, to the date itself would have probably given her a running stomach. Justin noticed her smile the entire time she ate dinner. Their conversations never got boring through out the date and that ignited sparks in his stomach as well as pain in his heart from his conscience constantly scolding him.

"Thank you for today." She said as they stood outside, watching the ocean.

He returned the smile as he faced her. "You're welcome." They fell silent for at least three second then he added. "I love you." Her head snapped to him. She noticed the way his eyes sparked and it made her smile wider than before. She knew this already but it was good to hear him say it every other time. "I love you too." She moved forward and pecked him had on his lips.

Justin moved behind her and hugged her from behind. "Tonight, was beautiful. You, were beautiful." He emphasized causing a smile to draw on her face. "I want you to know that no matter what it is you can talk to me about it." Her head snapped a bit to the side. She wondered where what he said came from and hoped he was not suspicious or have any clue of what she received earlier. "Ju...Justin..."