MY LOVER.....MY FRIEND.....A JAYLOR FANFIC

Part 6

Taylor and Joe continued their routine of spending quality time with each other going out and taking long walks, driving out of town looking for exotic restaurants, taking long drives just enjoying the view, attending a Broadway show or sometimes just staying in either one's apartment reading, or watching their favorite TV shows or movies.

One night they were watching the movie When Harry Met Sally a movie about friendship between two people who argued whether men and women can ever truly be strictly platonic friends. The movie ended with the protagonists getting married after admitting their love for each other. 

Taylor and Joe remained quiet just staring at the screen, the silence was broken by an awkward remark from Joe "that was eye opening" then he stood up and got ready to go home.

The next few days they were extremely busy and did not meet for the weekend. Joe was able to visit Taylor after two weeks and told her that he has to go back to London in 3 days to finalize business ventures and may not be back soon enough. They tried to have fun but his approaching departure was always on their minds. They made the best of the remaining days in New York. 

"Tay would you like to go out for dinner with me? I would love for us to share one lasting memory before I leave". Taylor nodded gave him a big smile and a hug.

"I want that too my friend. So tomorrow it is. We're running out of time."

The next day Taylor was a bundle  of nerves getting ready for the special dinner with Joe. She picked a pink crystal embellished mini dress with spaghetti straps with fitted silhouette and strappy high heel sandals and a black clutch bag. She decided to change her hair style into an up do with messy braids and face framing curls. She  meticulously applied her make up emphasizing her blue eyes and applied red lipstick to finish the look.

At 7pm Joe arrived to pick her up. He looked at her with a sweet smile of approval to the way she looks. He was in a fitted navy suit emphasizing his ocean blue eyes. His hair is looks shiny and soft to look at. They both looked gorgeous and stunning and felt good about themselves. 

The restaurant was bustling with activities but when they entered all eyes are upon these two beautiful people holding hands, smiling lovingly at each other. They shared their meals, tasting each other's food and were quiet for the most time just enjoying the moment while gazing lovingly at each other.

Before they went home they decided to take a leisurely walk in the park going nowhere just to extend their time together. They sat on one of the benches holding each other, listening to their heartbeats, willing time to stop until it was time to go home.

They made a promise to get in touch as often as they can, enjoy life, find happiness and success in all their endeavors. They had tears in their eyes when they parted not knowing when they can be together again.

 1 YEAR LATER

 The first few months of separation were the hardest. They are always in each others minds recalling the fun and happy times they shared. Remembering how they looked naked and looking embarrassed but turned it into a funny experience, sharing sweet moments, kisses, hugs and just being together. They continued to keep in touch and maintain their long distance friendship, calls and facetime were shared in spite of the 5 hour time difference between them.

Joe's POV

My heart was broken when I left Taylor in New York. If I had a choice I would have stayed and lived there just so I can be near her. I can not deny it anymore I love Taylor with all my heart. I have loved her since seeing her again after 15 years. Not the platonic love shared by  friends but the love of a man for the  woman of his dreams. I have seen her at her worst and at her best and and I love her more. I have seen her naked and I was really turned on by what I saw but she made it sound funny just to hide her embarrassment. We could laugh at our mistakes and find fun in almost anything. Just being with her made my day, no matter how bad and hectic my day was. I did not profess my love for her because she kept reminding me that we are best friends for life. I don't want to ruin our friendship by telling her I love her. What if I am really just a friend to her. I would rather have her as a friend than be cast away because of my feelings.

I spent my time in expanding our business, meeting more investors and other ventures. I met people, I went out on a couple of  casual dates arranged by my friends  but it all went nowhere. Those women paled in comparison to Taylor. I was not interested in anybody else but Taylor. My friends called me the confirmed bachelor for life at the ripe old age of 27 which made me feel uncomfortable because I want to marry the love of my life. We still communicate regularly and always look forward to our conversation.

I need to do something to be near her again. I checked the  schedule for the next upcoming weeks and decided to take a much needed vacation. I wrote a memo to my staff about my upcoming vacation and designated my VP to be in charge while I was away.

My executive assistant booked a ticket and  hotel accommodations for my stay in New York. I was excited and super pumped to see my love again.

Taylor's POV

It was hard seeing Joe walk out of my door for the last time. I was heartbroken and wanted to run after him and tell him I love him with all my heart, But what if he just considers me as a friend and will not reciprocate my feelings. I would have died, I would rather be his best friend for life and enjoy our relationship. He was always there for me, providing comfort when I needed it most. He never took advantage of me, he saw me naked but didn't take that seriously, he made that incident funny and less embarrassing for both of us. He was attentive, supportive, caring, kind and loving. I saw the way he looks at me but I ignored it. We were in deep friend zone at all times. I cherish all the memories we had and still hoping we will meet again.

My friends tried to set me up for dates but I was not interested at all. A few group dates happened that were so awkward I pretended to be sick and left the group. I always compare the men vying for my attention to Joe and they all pale in comparison to him. My friends called me a spinster at 27 years of age. They just don't know I'm pining for my love who is so far away from me.

I have to find a way to see him again. My schedule was quite full but I can juggle it and found vacation days I was owed. My ticket and hotel booking was arranged and  I am beyond excited to see Joe again.