In which their lives go on.
BOOK 1 : UNDERCOVER
BOOK 2 : DETECTIVES
TITLE USED TO BE : LAST FIRST KISS.
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Finished - December 2020
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Amelia - April 23rd
I went straight to the front door as I heard knocking. I hurried, knowing it already had taken me a while to get it. I unlocked the door and pulled it open, smiling at the person who stood behind it. He was leaning against the wall, his arms crossed over his chest.
"Hi," I spoke sweetly, letting him in as I grabbed my purse and coat. He smiled back at me, chuckling as I stumbled over my feet trying to reach my boots.
"Hey," He helped steadying me, still chuckling, "How are you feeling?" Jay's arms wrapped themselves around my waist, gently kissing my cheek before we pulled away.
"Feeling like I'm going to explode in three months." I chuckled, finally getting around to putting my boots on. "How are you?" I stood up straight, taking my keys out from the bowl reserved for that and heading back to the door, Jay following me.
"Excited for you to explode." He joked, laughing as I slapped his shoulder. "Ready to go?" Jay held his hand out to me as I finished locking my door, I grabbed it and let him lead me to his car.
Jay and I's relationship had gotten much better over the last few months. He truly was getting better, going to every single appointments, going to meetings with other Veterans, anything he could to be better. It felt like a weight had been lifted off his shoulders and it made me happy to see him like this. He was more playful, more patient, more happy than he had ever been since I met him. It was a nice change and it made my heart lighter. My feelings for him growing even more than I ever thought possible.
Of course, I never told him. We were taking things slow - well as much as we could considering we were having a baby. We were hanging out more and more, appreciating each other's company, going on dates, taking care of each other - all the while living apart from each other. My love for him had never disappeared- nor had it decreased. But I couldn't tell him yet, I couldn't take that step before him. I had to let him do things by his own rhythm so we wouldn't screw everything up. I hadn't given up on him, I never could.
"Where are we going anyway?" I asked him as I observed him. One of his hands was wrapped on the steering wheel as the other was placed on my thigh, his thumb rubbing against my leggings.
"To a surprise." Jay simply said, smirking at me as I rolled my eyes. He knew damn well I hated it when he gave or made me surprises. I was always scared I wouldn't like it then I'd have to pretend I do so I wouldn't disappoint the person - it was just who I am. He drove for approximately fifteen minutes before parking on the side of a street. I took in my surroundings, we were in a really beautiful neighbourhood - one I don't think I had ever been to, which was a good thing.
We both stepped out and Jay joined me on my side of the car, putting his hands gently on my shoulders as he smiled widely.
"What have you got here, Halstead?" I suspiciously asked him, putting my hands on his hips pulling him closer. He chuckled, letting go of me to reach in his pocket - Jay pulled out a blindfold from it. "Oh, no, no, no. I'm not putting that on." I shook my head, taking a step back still smiling at him.
"Why not? Thought you liked it." Jay smirked, making me roll my eyes as he nudged me so he could put the blindfold on me. I did what he wanted, letting him tie the cloth around my eyes. I sighed heavily when he laughed at me. I felt his warm breath on my cheek before his lips rested gently on it. He pulled away and tugged on my arm, guiding me to the sidewalk. Jay lead me on it for a few minutes as we walked and discussed his surprise - or more like me trying to figure out what it was.
"Why did you park so far?" I whined, tightening my grip on his arm. He chuckled and told me we weren't far anymore. So I followed him blindly, without any doubt in my mind that I could trust him.
"Alright, stop here." He stopped me with his hands on my shoulders and slowly took off my blindfold. First thing I did was rub my eyes before taking a look at the scenery in front of me. I was met with a beautiful house and I could tell it was very very recent because there was no sign of life in or outside of it. The outside wasn't quite finished either, there were a few details missing - but it was beautiful nonetheless.
"Wow, this is a very beautiful house, Jay." I told him, still observing it, "But why are we standing in front of it?" I laughed as I asked him, turning my head to take a better look at him. He licked his lips, trying to conceal a smile that was making its way to his lips.
"Well," He started, pausing for a short time. He seemed to be deep in thoughts, like he was trying to filter what to say and what not to say. I let him think and figure out what he wanted to say. In hopes of helping him, I stood in front of him and grabbed his hands in mine. "If you want, it's ours." He slowly said, his voice soft yet husky. My eyes widened at his words and my lips parted a little. I wasn't sure what to say.
"I mean, we're having a baby together, Amelia. We've been through a lot, hell - I've put you through a lot as well. But this baby," He stopped, putting his hands on my growing belly. "This baby is our miracle. This baby is our second chance, our second chance at building a life for ourselves - a new life. One where you're safe, loved and away from all that undercover crap you went through." One of his hands raised up to my cheek, slowly caressing it. "One where I'm mentally stable, loved, supported and out from all that PTSD crap - as much as possible, anyway." He spoke lowly, taking something out of his pocket, showing it to me. It was a key. "Do you want to see it before giving me an answer?" He asked and I squealed, nodding. Jay smiled, grabbing my hand and pulling me to the front door. He let me unlock it and we walked inside.
Jay showed me the whole house and explained to me that he bought the lot when I first got pregnant, then started making the plans right away based off a conversation we once had about my dream house. He hired a construction company as soon as the plans were done and asked them to start building when we went our own ways.
Jay said he knew we were meant to be and he truly believed we'd make our way back to each other somehow. And that if I never agreed to get back with him, he'd either put it on sale or ask me to move in anyway - as our baby's parents and friends.
It made my heart melt, realizing all of the thought process he had gone through for me. He thought about every single thing, the colour schemes, the kitchen organization I wanted, the furniture- everything. He even placed a pot on a table in the entryway for our keys. Everything was there, it was all perfect.
"I want it, Jay." I spoke, wrapping my arms around his neck. "I want to live here with you as my partner. I'm so proud of everything you've done lately, all the work you did on yourself. We've had a few downs, but I'm ready for some more ups with you, Jay Halstead." I smiled, pressing my lips against his gently. He smiled against my lips, kissing me back as he rubbed my back softly. He made me feel safe and loved, Jay Halstead was and always would be my home.
_____________________ Hope you liked this!!!! I was tired of them fighting:( lmao
I'm wrapping this up soon. What do you wanna see before we're done?
