I'm Only Sleeping

Chapter 7 - Memories

Several weeks have gone by, and Jasmine makes yet another visit to see her husband, who's still in a coma like she has been for a long time now. This time, she's accompanied by not just John, but her sisters as well. They once again let Jasmine go inside to see Paul first, since they knew she wanted to be alone with him.

Paul looked a little different than the last few times Jasmine saw him. The nasal cannula tube he had in his nose was off. He now has an air mask over his mouth and a few IV's dripped into his arms.

Jasmine began to assume the worst about Paul. She worries that he'll never make it out of his coma and possibly die, which hopefully won't happen.

As Jasmine looks down at her comatose husband, she holds his hand in her's and closes her eyes as memories of their time together play in her mind.

Two Years Ago

Paul gets down on one knee and pulls out a tiny box. "Jasmine, I never knew what love was until I saw you. Falling in love with you was the best thing that's ever happened to me, and it still is as I fall for you more each and every day. And this brings me to what I'd like to ask you." He said.

Paul opens the box as Jasmine's eyes widen. "Paul, what are you saying?" She asked with a smile. "Jasmine Bree Carlton, will you marry me?" Asked Paul. "I... I don't know what to say... except maybe... YES!!!" Said Jasmine excitedly.

Paul takes the ring out of the box and slips it onto Jasmine's finger. The two bring themselves in for a kiss in honor of their engagement.

Present Day

As Jasmine continues to concentrate, she smiles at the memory of the day Paul proposed to her. Within seconds, another memory pops up in her head.

Five Years Ago

Jasmine was walking home from shopping while carrying a bunch of bags. Out of nowhere, a ball goes flying and hits her, causing all the bags to fall out of her hands.

A young man approaches Jasmine and starts helping her with her stuff. "You look like you could use a hand." He said. "I could, thanks." Said Jasmine.

After a while, all the bags were picked up. The man was carrying some, while Jasmine had some too. "Thank you for your help." She said. "You're welcome, love. What's your name?" Asked the man. "My name is Jasmine. Jasmine Carlton." Jasmine said. "Jasmine, like the flower?" The man asked. "Exactly." Said Jasmine.

The man holds his hand out for Jasmine. "I'm Paul McCartney." He said. "Nice to meet you, Paul." Said Jasmine. She shakes Paul's hand. "What caused you to drop your bags?" Asked Paul. "I got hit by a ball." Jasmine said. "Ooh, that hurt." Paul said as he flinched. "It really does." Said Jasmine. "Yeah. Anyway, would you like me to walk with you as you get all your bags home?" Asked Paul. "I'd like that." Said Jasmine.

As the two walk back to Jasmine's place, they talk and get to know each other better. It didn't take too long for them to become great friends.

Present Day

Jasmine opens her eyes and smiles after reliving the memory of the day she and Paul met. After a minute, she closes her eyes to go back to another memory.

Three Years Ago

Paul and Jasmine sit on a park bench to watch the sunset. The sight was very breathtaking. Paul then turns Jasmine's face towards him as the two lock eyes. Before long, Paul slowly leans towards Jasmine and she moves in shortly thereafter.

Their lips met as the two kissed for the longest time.

Present Day

Once again, Jasmine opens her eyes after the memory ended. She smiles to herself after reliving the day she and Paul had their first kiss.

"Jasmine?" A soft voice said. Jasmine turns around and sees the nurse behind her. "Yes?" She said. "Would you mind stepping out for a minute? I'd like to take another look at your husband." Said the nurse. "Of course." Said Jasmine. "I'll let you know when you can come back in." The nurse said.

Jasmine nods. She then gives Paul a quick kiss on his forehead. "I'll be right back, sweetheart." She said. Jasmine caresses her husband's face afterwards. She then obeys the nurse's request and steps out of the room.