The Kissing Booth: After The Break-up, Elle and Noah

Part 16

It has been a few weeks since Noah and I spent the day at the beach.  We have been texting and spending time together every day, but there hasn't been any more serious talks.  I'm still stunned by his revelations that night.  I never knew him to be so open and honest about his feelings.  The few times we had talked about his feelings it was so awkward for him.  I wonder what changed that.  This isn't the only difference I've seen. The guy that hit on me at the arcade, before Noah would have been menacing with him, but even though it bothered him, he remained calm and went with what I had already said.  All positive changes.  It has been nice spending time with him and Nate, but I'm beginning to wonder what he wants and where he sees this going.  He holds my hand or puts his arm around me and he does kiss me when he leaves, but he hasn't tried to move beyond that.  What is he waiting for?  It's not like we haven't done things before, I mean come on we have a child together. 

Lee and I made plans to take Nate to the arcade.  Lee is my bestie/twin and has always been the one I talk to.  I know this should be between Noah and I, but I still have no experience when it comes to guys I need advise.  Lee knows everything that happened at the pier that day.  Lee gives me my opening to talk to him when he asks, "how's things going with Noah?"  I think about it before I reply, "I really don't know. I mean we are getting along and all that, but I'm confused.  The day we spent together it seemed he wanted to work things out and try again, but now he hasn't said a word about anything.  He hasn't even done more then kiss me goodnight when he leaves."  Lee starts to laugh, "I know I shouldn't laugh, but have you said anything to him about how you feel or what you want?"  I blush, "Well, no."  He shakes his head at me, "This has got to be driving him nuts. He is waiting on you to tell him what you want.  He is afraid to move to fast and scare you. He told you he wants it to work this time, that is guy speak for wanting a future with you. Now he is waiting for you to either tell him what you want or show him what you want."  I think about it, "he was always the one to take control when we were together before. So why isn't he doing that this time? I mean he knows I have no experience in relationships or with guys."  Lee grins, "Elle he doesn't know that you have only ever been with him.  You told me yourself that you haven't discussed specifics with him from the last 5 years. He doesn't know if you have dated and slept with anyone else.  Take my word for it he is waiting for you to let him know."  I sigh, "If you say so."  

Is what Lee says true? Is Noah waiting on some sign or move from me?  I want him back in my life completely and in my bed, so what can I do to make that happen?  I start to make plans.  Dad is staying at the hospital for some tests over the next few days, Brad is at a friends.  It's just Nate and I at the house, but I wonder if June would be willing to take Nate overnight for me.  I leave Nate with Lee and step out to make a  phone call.   I call June, "Hi June.  Is there any way you can watch Nate for me over night tonight?" June asks, "Is everything okay, you sound a little strange?"  I can feel myself blush, "Everything is fine, I just want to spend some time alone with Noah."  June chuckles, "I would be happy to have him overnight.  Elle don't be afraid to ask me to keep him whenever and if you need more then just tonight let me know. This is going to make him so happy.  He is lucky to have you back, don't let him forget that."  I feel myself blush even more, "I'm sure tonight will be fine."  She laughs, "just call whenever you are ready to pick him up."  

Elle to Noah: Dinner tonight? My house?

Noah to Elle: What time?

Elle to Noah: 8

Noah to Elle: Is that a little late for Nate to eat? 

What is she up to? Should I be worried, has she decided to progress things?

Noah to Elle: Forget I asked that I will be there.

Now that I've set things up I'm nervous.  Now for the other plans, I can't take Lee with me to do the other things I need to do.  We are done at the arcade.  He drops us off at home.  I run in pack Nate an overnight bag and head over to drop him off.  I know its only 3 but I have things to do to be ready for tonight.  After dropping him off I head to the mall, Victoria Secret's hear I come.  I pick out a matching baby blue bra and pantie set for tonight, but then I think about it. I grab a few other things, because if tonight works I maybe needing these things in the near future.  I already know what outfit I'm wearing, it's a baby blue wrap around dress.  It hugs my upper torso with a v-neck, it shows some cleavage, but not much.  Flares at the waist and falls to just above my knees.  On my way home I stop and place a delivery order for our favorite Chinese food and have it set up for 7:45.  I get home and get in the shower.  I use the soap and shampoo that he last commented on.  I wash my hair, shave what needs to be shaved.  I get out of the shower and sit down wrapped in my towel to do my hair and make up.  I blow dry my hair and add a few curls.  I use my make up lightly.  It has taken me longer to get ready then I thought, I'm glad I didn't leave much time. I'm so nervous.  Can I really do this? I stop myself, take a few deep breaths and give myself a pep talk. I will not cancel this. I want this to happen, I will make it happen.

The food arrives and I take it into the dining room, I've set up candles and I got a bottle of dad's wine.  The stage is set now I just need Noah.  I hear him knock, show time.  I get to the door. I take a few breaths and then open it.  He looks a bit nervous, then he really takes a good look at me.  I hear him gulp, he hasn't moved or said a word.  I giggle, "I take it you like my outfit?" I hear him gulp again, "You look amazing. You always do, but WOW!" I blush at his reaction. I'm beginning to think Lee was right.  "Are you going to come in?"  He comes in, I close the door and when he hears me lock it, he looks at me.  "Please, god don't let me be dreaming or thinking this is more then you mean it to be." he says.  "What do you want it to be, Noah?" I reply.  "I want it to mean you have finally made your decision to be with me and want us to progress to the next level in our relationship."  he states.  I smile and lead him into the dining room.  Once he sees the set up he asks, "Are you sure?" I step closer to him and go up on my tiptoes and kiss him.  His arms close around me and he is kissing me passionately.