Choosing Mr. Destiny - Chapter 18: Chapter 18

Connor's POV
Three months had passed since I came back from the States and I've been nothing but a Happy man. I mean, who wouldn't be? All throughout the time I've been here, my happiness never deteriorated. It's like, no one can ever break my happiness bubble.
It's because of the fact that I'm with the love of my life and that every second of every minute I'm with him just felt so utterly perfect. It felt like I'm living a dream that I always wanted, but now it's finally happening in real life.
Funny because I even had to pinched myself in the arm one time just to make sure everything that's been happening was not just a figment of my imagination. That this was all real. And thankfully, I was right. It wasn't only my imagination. It was all real.
Even up to this moment, I still can't get over the fact that Ash wanted to be with me not just temporarily, but for like a lifetime sort of thing. He feels the same way as what I feel. He wanted to settle down with me and soon build our own family. Though I know it'll be a rough patch we're heading but with Ash there by my side, I know we'll get through it.
And I know Ash is still really young to think about settling down, that's why we both wanted to take this slow. I want him to do what he likes to do, just like a teenager. I will always support him. And when the right time comes that he's finally ready, then we'll go from there.
Also, one of the things that I've been worrying about ever since, is Ash coming out to his parents; not just his parents but to his whole family. I don't know how they will react and I don't know what will be the outcome of Ash's confession.
I know he's stressing himself with the thought of coming out. Specially when he knew that his Parents are very religious and have their own mindset about homosexuality. Even myself, I'm quite nervous of what might come out of this huge bomb like confession Ash is going to drop. I know it won't be easy and I know his parents won't take it the good way as what we expect they will. But I'm not going to leave Ash's side the whole time. I want him to feel that he's not alone, and that he's loved and needed. If ever his parents took it as far as kicking him out then I'll take the responsibilities in my own hands.
I'll take Ash with me and make him live with me if ever it comes to that point. Let's just hope his parents takes it well.
On the other hand, it's not a good time to think about stuff like that. Ash and I will get to that part, just not now. I know he's still not ready.
We just have to give him the time that he needs.
*beep*
I was snapped out of my thoughts when I heard my phone's notification alert.
I picked the phone from the bedside table and unlocked it.
It was a text from Rose.
Rose: "So when are we putting the plan into action Conny?"
She asked and I smiled.
Me: "Tonight. I got Ben's permission to take Ash out."
I replied quickly. And in just a few seconds, Rose replied.
Rose: "Yas! So should I prepare everything then?"
She asked and I smiled once again.
Me: "Yup. Let it commence ;-)"
After I sent the message, I could practically hear her squealing like the fangirl that she is.
She may be the most annoying at times but she is also our number one fan. That's why I love that girl.
Rose: "Hehe, this is going to be fun!"
She replied excitedly.
I chuckled.
Me: "With that plan of yours? I bet it will be. ;-)"
Rose: "I am so damn excited for you both. Yieee!"
I laughed at her reply.
I'm sure she is. I thought.
Me: "I'm sure you are. And so am I."
My phone beeped once again after I sent my reply.
Damn, she text fast.
Rose: "Well I have to get going and have everything ready. I'll text you when we're all done."
She said and I smiled gratefully.
Me: "Thanks Rose. I really appreciate you and your friend's help."
Rose: "Oh that's no problem at all. :-)"
Me: "Let's just hope and pray everything goes well and smooth tonight."
I sighed out a deep breath as my heart beat picked up pace.
Rose: "I'm sure it will. I just know it."
I sighed once again after reading her reply.
I just hope she's right.
Me: "Gotta stay positive, right?"
Rose: "All the time. Now, I have to go cause I have a lot of things to do still. And I have to get it done in time."
Me: "Alright. Thanks again for all the help Rose."
Rose: "Anything for you Conny."
And with that, I placed my phone back on top of my bedside table. Sighing, I looked around the bedroom of the apartment I rented.
"I guess I should get ready then." I spoke to myself before I got up and head to the bathroom to take a shower.
Parking in front of the venue, I quickly hopped out of the car and locked it behind me. Once I was inside, I quickly scanned the area for Rose, along with Lea as well as the two guys.
"Over here." Lea called, snapping my attention to my right.
I walked towards them and saw they were almost done.
"Wow, I can't believe you guys are almost finished." I commented while I take in my surrounding.
Rose came to us and shrugged.
"What can I say, these guys are fast." She said proudly as she gave each of her friends a grateful smile.
I smiled at her.
"Well thanks again for the help." I turned to her friends and gave them a smile as well. "And thanks to all of you too."
They smiled back at me.
"It's nothing. If it's for our little Ash, we're 200 percent in." Breinard stated in which Joseph agreed by nodding his head.
"So it's time for phase two for this plan." Rose said, gaining all our attentions.
We all nodded and waited for her to continue.
"Once we have everything settled, Joseph will go pick up Ash. And once he gets here, we'll proceed to phase three, which is to get into our positions until Connor here do his thing." She said where we all nodded our heads.
With that, she clapped her hand. "Okay, let's get a move on and do this thing." She said and everyone went on to finishing up.
Rose turned to me with a proud smirk on her face.
"I'm surprised they don't get annoyed with you being this bossy." I teased which she laughed at.
"They're used to it. The only person I'm not bossy is towards Ash. He's too fragile." She said and I agreed.
"Anyways, what do you want me to do now?" I asked as I looked around once again.
She hummed, placing a finger on her chin, thinking of something.
"What about you check the place where the big moment happens and see if it's to your liking? If you want something changed, just tell me and I'll help you out." She said and I quickly nodded.
"Alright."
And with that, I walked towards the area inside the venue where I would stand on my knees in front of the person that I love. Swiping the dark red colored curtain aside, I stepped inside and inspected the decorations.
I smiled after seeing Rose has done a great job. There's definitely nothing to be changed. Everything looks perfect.
A few minutes later, Rose came behind me.
"Everything's done, Conny." She said. "Is everything to your liking in here?"
I nodded in satisfaction.
"Looks perfect to me. You did great Rose." I complimented which she waved off.
"Oh it's nothing. Like I said, I will always go all out if it's for Ash." She said.
"Hey guys." Breinard called out, gaining both Rose and I's attention.
"Yeah?" Rose asked as she turned to her friend.
"I'm heading out to pick him up." Brei said as he fixed the buttons of his sleeves.
"Okay sounds good. Everything are in place so we can get this thing started." She said.
"Alright. I'll let you guys know once we're on our way." He reminded.
Rose nodded. "Copy that."
And with that, Brei left. Rose turned to me and inspected my attire.
"What?" I asked curiously.
"Let me just fix your shirt real quick." She said as she walked towards me.
Once she was finally satisfied with my look, she stepped back and nodded to herself.
"Much better." She said before disappearing behind the curtains.
I just stood there as I watched her retreating back.
I sighed deeply as I once again looked around.
Hopefully this turns out well. I thought to myself.
Almost thirty minutes had passed and Brei finally sent Rose a text telling her they're on their way.
Rose turned to me looking nervous.
"You ready?" She asked.
I nodded with a loud sigh.
"Ready as all I ever be." I simply stated and with that, we all went in position.
Ashley's POV
Since Breinard came to my house to pick up, he never spilt anything helpful about where he's taking me, and honestly, it kinda scares me a little considering I've been in this kind of situation before and it definitely didn't end well.
For the past ten to fifteen minutes I've been trying to make him spill the beans but knowing Brei, he never gives in too easily.
He would just tell me it's a very important surprise, and since it's a surprise, he can't tell me what it was in order to not spoil it. And with that, because he does have a point, I just gave up and sat quietly in the passenger's side of the car. I didn't even know Brei had a car, or is this not his?
I turned to him with suspicious glance.
"Tell me you didn't steal this car." I spoke in which he laughed heartily.
He turned to me for a second before turning back to the road.
"No Ash. I had this car legally." He said.
I rose an eyebrow at him.
"So, this is yours?"
He shook his head.
He chuckled. "Dude, I'm way too poor to have my own car."
"Well if this isn't yours, how did you get this 'legally'?" I asked, air quoting the word.
He turned to me with a reassuring smile.
"Don't worry, we rented this one for today." Was all he said before my brain went confusion.
I looked at him clearly lost. We? Who's we? My mind thought.
"What for?" I asked instead.
He smiled. "Well duh, for the surprise obviously."
I looked out of the windshield towards the road.
"What surprise?" I asked feeling hopeful.
He chuckled again as he shook his head.
"Ain't telling." And with that, he made a motion showing me his mouth is zipped when it comes to the topic.
I threw my hands up.
"Okay, fine. If you're not telling me, then whatever." I said.
Brei turned to me with a soft smile.
"You'll find out soon. So better prepare yourself cause this is no ordinary surprise." He stated making me feel slightly nervous and full of anticipation.
"Yeah that helps. Thanks." I told him playfully.
He laughed.
"You're always welcome little pea pod." He teased.
I rolled my eyes.
"I told you to stop calling me that, Brei." I said with a small smile.
He shook his head 'no'.
"You can't make me." He said stubbornly.
"You gave me that nickname when we were still in 6th grade. I thought you're already over that name?"
He turned to me with a smirk.
"Yeah I did give you that nickname when we were still in 6th grade and I thought you'd be over it by now as well."
I glared at his smirking face playfully.
"Fair enough." And with that, I decided to just stay quiet.
When I folded my arms on my chest, Breinard chuckled not so quietly.
"I won." He whispered triumphantly while fist bumping the air.
I rolled my eyes again.
"Oh shut it Damulag." I teased. (AN: If you watch Doraemon, I will love you forever.)
Finally, Brei stopped in front of what looked like a nice and spacious reception area.
I frowned.
"Uhm, Brei are you sure this is the right place?" I asked.
He nodded, chuckling. "I'm positive." He said. "Now, you go ahead inside while I park the car. And don't wait for me." He instructed in which I quickly hopped out of the car and watch Brei drive off towards the side of the building.
I just shrugge as I turned to face the entrance.
What are these guys up to? I thought.
And with that, I stepped on the paved walkway. I suddenly halted once my eyes landed on a piece of paper tied up in a flower stem. It had 'Ash Pick me' written on the front page. And so I did picked it up and opened it. I read what was written inside and quickly walked towards the entrance.
Once I was passed the door, me eyes landed on a woman sitting behind the front desk.
When her eyes met mine, she smile brightly at me.
"I'm guessing you are Ashley Dale?" She asked which I slowly nodded my head. "Great. Just follow what was said on that paper and you'll see." She said once again before turning her attention back to her computer.
I looked down at the paper I was holding and read what was written on it.
"Question #1: Left or Right, where did you put that little rabbit figurine in your room?"
I paused as I thought about where I placed it. And then it clicked.
"Left drawer." I whispered more to myself.
And with that, I turned to my left and saw a hallway heading to I have no idea where. I turned to the lady behind the front desk once more and thought about just asking her. But then I realized I have no idea why I am here for anyway. So sticking with the paper with me was the best to go.
I looked towards my left once again.
The little rabbit figurine was on top of my drawer that was on the left side of my bedroom. So maybe I should go with that?
Sighing, I made my way towards the hallway on my left.
Upon entering, the hallway was dimly lit. I walked and walked until I made in between another hallway heading to the left and to the right. I had to look harder on the paper considering the hallway was poorly lit just to see what the second question was.
"Question #2: Left or Right, where did you hid that little album with all our pictures it in?"
I frowned. Pictures? Album? The only Album I hid so securely was of me and Connor. So does this mean, Connor made this questions?
Shaking my head to clear my thoughts, I re-read the question again and quickly think.
I hid it inside my closet. On the corner left behind all those stuff I rarely use where no one will find it.
So, left?
Since my gut was telling me to just go left, that's where I went.
And as I walk further into the hallway, rose petals started to appear on the carpeted floor. Finally, at the end of the hallway, there was a stained glass double doors. When I halted in front of it, I hesitated whether I should enter or not. And since this thought swimming in my head telling me what if I enter the wrong room and end up embarrassing myself, my hesitation even became more stronger.
Sighing, I took the door handle.
"Here goes nothing." I spoke lowly.
And with that, I turned the door knob and slowly stepped on the other side. My heart was pounding hard inside my rib cage and my hands was starting to sweat. Once I was inside, I turned to look behind me and saw nothing since it was totally dark.
Now I'm not sure if I'm in the right room. I thought to myself.
I fetched my phone from my pocket and turned the flashlight on. I waved my phone around to see where I was and saw a few tables with chairs. And on one of the table, I noticed something so I decided to go towards it. There I saw a note with 'turn to your right' written on it.
And so I did.
As I turned, light's suddenly came on with a few familiar voices yelling 'SURPRISE!' all at the same time, which, effectively caught me off guard and made me jump off my skin.
"HAPPY BIRTHDAY ASH!" Connor, Rose, Lea, Joseph and Breinard were all standing there with a banner and balloons, beaming smiles.
Totally surprised, I didn't know how to react as I stood there about to run away with my hand on my chest.
All of them walked towards me with big bright smiles on their faces.
"Happy Birthday baby." Connor greeted as he engulfed me into a hug and gave my forehead a loving kiss.
I was still dumbfounded so all I did was smile at all of them.
"What do you think?" He asked and there I finally gained to ability to talk, but still struggled.
I blinked. "I..... I uhm, I don't know what to say." I said stammering in the process.
"Your Besty here planned everything and your friends put it to action." He said.
Besty stepped in. "Give credit to yourself too, Connor. You're the one who rented this place as well as handled all the expenses."
Connor looked at me lovingly. "And everything was well worth it seeing as we managed to surprise you." He said with a huge smile plastered on his gorgeous face.
And because of that, I couldn't contain the happiness I was feeling as I launched myself to Connor and embraced him. It took him a couple of seconds to process what was happening before he embraced me back with those arms filled with muscles. He nuzzled his face into my neck with a smile which had me smiling like a freaking lunatic as well.
"I love you, so much." He whispered to me.
I pulled away and slammed my lips to his. Not even bothered that all of my friends are watching.
"I love you too." I told him with our lips merely an inch apart from each other.
Once we were all done with dinner, we just had a casual conversation floating around. Connor had his arm flung on the back of my chair as he converse with my friends. He looked contented by the way his face showed nothing but peace. I'm glad I make him happy. That's the only thing I want, to see him the happiest. And I'm sure it's the same with him when it comes to me.
I looked around the people sitting with me and boyfriend and realized how lucky I was to have this group of people I can call as my true friends. It's rare to find people like them that will stick around no matter what. People who makes you feel genuinely loved. I don't know how I got so fortunate of having the honor of calling them not just my friends but my family.
"Hey." Connor spoke, making me turn my attention to him.
"Hmm?"
He stood and offered his hand to me. I looked at it before I met his eyes.
"Come with me." He said. And with that, I took his hand. He propelled my up on my feet as he lead me towards a place I have no idea of.
Connor turned to my friends to excuse me and himself.
"We'll be right back, guys." He said in which all four of my friends nodded and went back to chatting with one another.
As we left the group continue to have fun, I was intrigued as to where he was taking me.
"Where are we going?" I asked as he continued to lead me to who knows where.
"You'll see." Was all he said.
Once we made it in front of another stained glass double doors, we both halted to stop.
Connor turned to me with his eyes' bright color shining.
I blinked as I creased my brows.
"Why?"
He smiled.
"Just close your eyes. Please?" He asked ever so nicely.
I smiled at him. "Okay."
And with that, I closed my eyes.
"You're not peaking, are you?" He asked suspiciously.
I giggled. "No I'm not. I promise."
"Okay." He said as he sighed deep. "You can only open your eyes when we fully stopped walking. Count from one to twenty and then open your eyes. Okay?" He instructed and all I did was nodded my head and went with what ever he have in store for me.
He blew another breath again.
Is he feeling nervous? I thought.
He then took my hands on his and there I felt how his palms got so cold and starting to feel a little sweaty.
He's definitely nervous.
As he started to move, I just followed his every step and followed his instructions as to where to land my feet in order to not trip on anything.
Once both of us stopped, I kept my eyes shut and waited.
I guess this is the moment where I start to count. And so I did. I began counting from one to twenty. And when I was done, I slowly opened my eyes.
When I noticed Connor wasn't anywhere in sight, I frowned. Then suddenly, lights started to appear on each side of the floor. Two at a time, it illuminated a little pathway heading to a place I still have no idea with. Then, as I walked, a slow music echoed around and I immediately knew what song it was.
"If You're Not The One" by Daniel Bedingfield. And instantly, a smile crept it's way up into my lips.
"How cheesy." I commented under my voice as I continued to follow the trail of lights.
Once I made it at the end of the last pair of lights, I noticed a red curtain separating me from the other side. Suddenly, the trail lights disappeared and was replaced by a bunch of lights looking like stars in the ceiling. I was mesmerized as I stared at it that I didn't even notice the curtain open.
When my eyes landed on the person kneeling there in front of me with a box in hand, my breath hitched in my throat and I feel like I was suddenly lightheaded.
Behind Connor was the word 'Will You Marry Me?' written in bold letters, with lights illuminating underneath it, making it stand out even more.
I turned back to Connor again. I was dumbfounded. I was also rooted in place that I didn't know what to do and how to react to the situation. My brain and thoughts were all muddled up, unable to comprehend anything.
I was only then snapped back to dear Earth when Connor spoke those written words behind him.
"Will you marry me?" He asked with hopefulness as well as anticipation evident in his manly voice.
I stared at him as I opened my mouth. But for some reason, the words won't come out.
Connor was patient as he kept himself kneeling there, waiting for my answer.
I blinked multiple times and told myself to get it together.
I smiled and nodded my head since my voice still won't cooperate.
"Yes?" Connor asked for confirmation.
I nodded again as I fought the urge to cry.
"Is that really a yes?" He asked once again.
I nodded. But this time, I will myself to finally speak the words he badly needed to hear.
"Yes Connor. I will marry you." I said with a shaky voice as tears welled up in my eyes.
"Yes?" He questioned as his eyes glistened with happy tears as well. "Oh my god. You said yes. Oh my god!" He exclaimed as he stood to his feet and engulfed me into a hug. Lifting me off the floor and swung me around as he nuzzled his face into my neck.
"I love you so much." He sobbed as he held me tight.
"I love you too. More than words can express." I told him as we both pull away.
I was extremely overwhelmed after seeing his face. The guy who looked bad ass and just overpowers the aura of being strong and dominant, is crying his heart out because I said yes to marrying him.
How lucky can I get?
He slammed his lips to mine and we kissed like our lives depended on it, so passionately and full of emotions from the both of us.
After we pulled away, I wiped the tears that was still falling from his gorgeous orbs.
"You just made me the happiest man to ever live." He said before once again engulfing me into a hug. "Thank you. Thank you." He whispered into my ears which triggered me to start crying once again.
Once we both calmed down, he pulled away and inserted the beautiful ring into my finger. I inspected it and was quickly sent into another wave of pure happiness.
The ring was just utterly gorgeous.
"Do you like it?" He asked as he stared at me with glistening eyes.
I turned to him and smiled.
"I don't like it. I freaking love it." Was all I said before I once again threw myself to him and capture his lips to another passionate kiss.
And just like that, my life was changed forever and for the better.
(Time skip: two and half week after the engagement.)
I swear to god, if Papa doesn't spit what ever news he have any minute now, I'll go crazy. And what's more worse? He finds it amusing that I'm getting impatient. What a great father he is.
But I still love him regardless.
Anyways, I'm sitting on Domo's lap with my phone still in hand. I started calling Connor Domo because I thought he looked like that Japanese cartoon with his mouth constantly ajar. I decided to give him that nickname because during the time he proposed to me he was so shocked I said 'yes' he didn't even realize he had his mouth open.
He's was such an adorable giant teddy bear.
Papa's chuckle on the other side of the phone snapped me out of my thoughts and instantly, rolled my eyes.
Both of us are still waiting for Papa to drop the news he's been keeping from me for almost 15 minutes since he decided to give me a call.
"Pa, are you going to tell me or not?" I asked with a bored tone in my voice.
Papa chuckled once again making me bury my face on Domo's warm chest in mild annoyance. Domo rubbed my back as I heard him let out a deep chuckle that always manages to give me goosebumps. According to him, seeing me get so annoyed by my own father's antics looked so amusing to him because he said I get 'so damn cute'.
But even though he said he thinks I look cute annoyed, he knows it's not a good idea to make me mad. Because I have the tendency to cry when I had enough. And even though it may sound childish, it's how I deal with it when I think I couldn't handle it anymore. But I'd rather just cry when I'm mad or upset rather than throw a damn fit, and Domo agrees to me when it comes to that. That's why ever since, he's been careful with me which is kind of nice but sometimes not, because he always treats me like a damn toddler. But I'm okay with it knowing I do have my childish antics every now and then.
"Okay, okay." Papa said with a chuckle.
I pulled away from Domo's chest and looked down on my phone that he was now holding. "Finally!" I exclaimed loudly with my hands in the air looking like a preschooler being praised by his teacher.
Papa chuckled again. "Okay so your Mama called and she told me that our papers are now settled and we'll be leaving in 3 weeks." He said over the phone and I immediately straightened up.
Did I heard that right or did I heard that right?
"What do you mean leave? As in leave, like leave, Leave?" I questioned and Papa hummed in response.
And my mouth went ajar.
"As in, like, leave the country kind of leave?" I asked still unsure.
"Yes son, that's what I mean." Papa confirmed and I turned to Domo with a huge smile.
"Uhm okay, so should I start packing or what?"
Papa chuckled again on the other side of the phone.
"It's too early for you to start packing so just enjoy the 2 weeks we have here and tell your friends that your leaving soon." He told me and I nodded my head understandingly.
"Oh okay, thanks Papa."
"No worries son." He said reassuringly. "I was suppose to tell you when you get home, but I got too excited and decided to just call you instead." He admitted which made Domo and I chuckle. And because of that, I understand why he's too excited. Well, who wouldn't be when you finally get to see your wife after a really long time?
While as for me, I feel two emotions after hearing the news from my father, excitement and sadness. Happy and excited because I'll be in another country which was what Domo and I originally planned. Once we moved and settled there, I will come out to my family and no matter what their reactions and how they'll take it, I'll gladly accept it as a grown up individual. We also planned that after I came out, We'll also tell them about our engagement. And If they are against it or even decided to stop us, then I'll move in with Connor. But hopefully, everything goes to plan smoothly. And I pray that my family would be open minded about the idea of me being gay and getting married. Personally, I think it's going to be overwhelming on their side seeing as I'm dropping two huge news at once. And if things doesn't turn out the way we expected, I guess all I can do is push myself to keep moving forward. I know it's easier said than done think I won't be able to handle knowing your parents doesn't accept you for who you are and who you love. But if things get to that situation then I'll just prepare myself for what's to come.
But anyways, As I was saying, I'm happy at the same time sad.
Sad because I know I'll be leaving some of the most important people in my life here. They are not just ordinary people, they are not just my friends, they are also my family. They might not be related to me by blood but I love them like how I love my siblings. That's why the thought of leaving Besty, Lea, Joseph and Breinard breaks my heart. But I know I'll get to see them again in the near future. Hopefully they will be able to attend my wedding. It will be more memorable for me and Domo if they were there to witness our special day.
"Son? Son are you still there?" Papa said on the other end of the phone. I completely snapped out of my thoughts when I felt Domo kiss my temples.
"You zoned out." Domo whispered on my ear.
"Sorry about that Papa, I was just lost in my thoughts again." I admitted making Papa hum as his reply.
He sighed. "It's fine son." He paused and right then and there I know he's starting to worry about me again.
All this time, he still thinks I'm going to break any minute and it warms my heart that my father cares for me. But the question is, will it be the same once he finds out I'm gay? Will he be the same as he is right now? Caring and thoughtful?
"Anyway, that's all I want to tell you for now. I'll tell you more regarding on our paperwork later when you get home. And I expect you to be here before nine o'clock, okay?" Papa added in a demanding tone making me roll my eyes even if he can't see me.
"Pa, I'm turning 19. I'm not a kid anymore." I said playfully.
It's true though. Everyone has to stop treating me like a kid.
Even though I act like one most of the time doesn't mean I don't know what is right from wrong. Yes, I may be childish but it doesn't mean that I don't know how to make my own decisions. But then again, I can't blame Papa. He's been over protective even to my other siblings ever since. And knowing that I'm the youngest, it's no surprise he's being his usual self.
"I'm aware of that Ash, but your safety is my main priority here. And even though you have Connor with you all the time, it's still not enough to stop me from worrying. So please, as your father, I ask you to listen to me." He said in his soft fatherly voice.
I sighed knowing guilt will eat me up if I said no to him this time. Again. "Okay Papa, I'll be there before nine, I promise."
"Thanks son. Anyway, is Connor still there with you?" Papa asked changing the subject.
I turned and smiled at Domo. "Yeah he's still here with me right now."
"Hey there Connor, Welcome back to the Pearl of the Orient." Papa greeted.
"Hey Ben, how's it going?" Domo replied.
"Doing alright. So how does it feel to be back?"
"To be very honest, it felt really nice since I missed being in this awesome tropical country." Domo said and they continued talking for a while.
I just sat there comfortably on Domo's lap with my head resting on his chest. His heartbeat was like a lullaby to me which caused for my eyes to get heavy and for sleep to call me. But before I was completely enveloped with sleep, I heard Domo end the call with Papa and placed my phone down next beside him.
"Sleepy?" He asked.
Well duh, what does it look like? Dying?. My mind sarcastically remarked but I didn't say that out loud.
Instead of replying something sarcastic, I only nodded my head at him.
"What about you take a nap for a few hours? Sounds good?" He asked and I shook my head as a response.
"Nah I'm good." I replied with a yawn.
"You sure about that? Cause you just yawned." He said obviously and I rolled my eyes at him.
"Yes Domo, I am 100 percent sure. So, what did you and Papa talked about?" I questioned interestingly.
Who knows, what if they were talking about me when I was starting to drift off to sleep, right? Or am I being an assuming person again? Well, I just wanna make sure that Papa isn't back stabbing me.
"We just talked about random things. Oh, he also Invited me to join you guys when you go to the beach next week." He told me and my eyebrows quirked up at what he said.
"We're going to the beach?" I questioned unsure and at the same time surprised.
He grinned at me. "Yes, you guys are going to the beach and that's what your dad told me, and I'm invited. So, are you excited?." He confirmed and pecked my lips chastely.
"Of course I am excited, I love the beach you know" I said and he chuckled at me.
"Yeah. Maybe I should bring two umbrellas." He said as he wiggled his eyebrows.
I giggled.
"Oh really? You could just bring one and a sun block." I suggested with a playful smile.
"One umbrella and a sun block won't be enough."He paused as he went to whisper something on my left ear. "Cause I know you will be like the sun, too hot for me to handle." He breathed out causing for shivers to run down my spine and down to the place where the sun don't shine.
That rhymed.
"For once, you didn't make it sound very, very cheesy." I paused in which he looked proud as he puffed his chest up. "This time, it's cringe worthy." I commented making pout.
"Just humor me babe." He said and I laughed.
"Don't try it again, Domo. You're really bad at it." I teased in which he attacked me with a tickle on the side.
I burst into laughter as he held me in place and continued his assault on my weak spots.
When I started running out of breath, he stopped and let me catch my breathing.
"I may be bad at it but at least I made you laugh. Making it worth the try." He said and I chuckled.
I wrapped my arms around his neck and started rubbing my fingers on his nape. He hummed and leaned into my touch further.
"And that's one of the reasons why I love you." I told him as I stared into his eyes.
He eyes immediately landed on my lips as I bit on the bottom lightly. I smirked seeing as this one little move, effects him in so many ways.
I smiled, still biting my lips seductively.
"Hmm. If you don't stop that, I can't promise you that I won't ravish you senseless." He said huskily.
I smirked, still not letting my bottom lip free.
"I don't mind." I admitted in which I was being greeted by a low and sexy growl that erupted from his throat.
He moved his face closer to my neck and inhaled deeply, effectively letting goosebumps ravage my whole body.
He growled again. Though this time, it was more intense than the previous one. I feel like it wasn't just a normal growl, but one that belongs to an animal. And to be honest it kind of turned me on, which is weird.
"Babe?" He warned with dark eyes after he pulled away from my neck.
He stared me down hungrily in which I can't help but squirm a little. His gaze was so engulfed with want and lust that I couldn't look away. It's like his eyes hold a power that once you stared back you can never look away.
It's like you were hypnotized.
"Hmmmm?" I hummed.
His face came closer to mine that our nose was only inches away from touching. I was able to feel his hot breath fanning on the lower half of my face as his body heat radiated off of him in waves, surrounding me with his warmth.
"Should we continue what we started earlier or should we start over?" He asked huskily with his voice going a little deeper.
Every time his voice turned to something more sexual, I can't help but be turned on more and more. For some reason, it had this effect on me which I ended up wanting more.
Gosh I turned myself into a slu....... sweet human being.
"Hmmmm, what would you do if I pick the second one?" I said seductively as I closed the gap between both our lips slowly.
He growled animalistic again making me squirm in his hold.
"Simple. I'll make you beg for more." He answered biting my earlobe teasingly.
"Then second one it is." I breathe out trying to stop my mouth from letting out a moan.
With that, he didn't waste a second and began kissing my lips eagerly that I almost melted into a puddle. When he went to my neck, I can't help but inhale a much needed breath. He knows what he was doing and honestly, I'm loving the feel of his lips giving my heated skin all the attention it needed.
It's an unexplainable feeling but I know I didn't want it to stop. I didn't want him to stop.
"Ah C-Connor." I breathed out when he started sucking on my soft spot.
He continued sucking on my neck that I'm sure will leave a mark. But I didn't mind. I'm too encased with such amazing feeling that I wasn't able to throw a care in the world if he left a mark or not. If ever, instead of stopping him, I only gave him more access on my neck so he can have me all to himself.
Finding the need to be in a much comfortable position, he slowly laid me down on the couch with him on top of me. His left hand supporting his body weight as he kept himself hover over me. While as for his right hand, he had it placed near the hem of my shirt. Sticking a finger under it to feel the heat of my skin in which I let out a gasp.
He never stopped kissing and sucking every part of my neck and I am no near complaining. His hand that was once resting on the hem of my shirt, finally made action of going up my waist. Feeling every curve and memorizing every inch.
"You're all mine." He stated as he bit my earlobe, making me moan lowly. His huge hands slowly traveled up towards my flat abdominals causing for my breath to hitch.
The way he move his hand slow, hot, and passionate makes me addicted to it. Now I never want him to stop.
I never felt such pleasurable feelings before because because of my horrible past. And I was too scared that if I let someone in again; specifically Connor, he'll take advantage of me. But now, everything is different. I know his motives and I know he's serious about me being. And because of that, I trust him.
I won't let my dark past ruin this moment Connor and I are sharing.
Even with those traumatizing and horrifying memories making it's way back on my mind, I didn't let it stop me. I may be scared but I know I can trust Connor. I know he won't hurt me.
I will never let my memories stop me from creating treasurable memories with Connor. Not when I know I'm finally winning against my demons.
So with that, I wrapped my arms around Connor's back. I gripped his muscular shoulder as he continued with his mission on giving me pleasure.
It felt awesome. It was a foreign feeling but I gladly welcomed it.
"You're in so much clothing." Connor whispered.
He went back to kissing my lips. And once I felt his hand grabbing the hem of my shirt, I let him pull it off of me. After throwing my shirt somewhere in the room, he resumed kissing my lips. He started massaging my sides as he averted his attention back to my neck.
I gasped. "Oh god, C-Connor don't stop."
He growled lowly as I gripped his hair and gave him more access on my neck.
Once noticing that he still have his shirt on, I tug on it to ask him to take it off. And without a word, he pulled it out and throw it randomly on the floor. Right after his upper body was in full view, I swear my eyes and hands have a life of it's own. I can't keep my eyes from roaming his well toned body and my fingers from trailing down his well defined abs. He was well sculpted person and I can't help but think how lucky I am to have him as my future husband.
Not feeling satisfied with feeling his abs, I trailed my fingers down to his sinful V-line. It was too damn sexy. And because I want to explore his body even more, I trailed my finger towards his sexy belly button. I bit my lip after seeing how extremely sexy his belly button was.
I looked up at him to see his reaction, and there I saw him staring down at me with eyes clouded with lust.
I smirked and glance back at his body. He flexed his abs for better effect in which I decided to play with his belly button I looked back up to meet his gaze and saw him with his mouth slightly ajar. He was breathing heavily in anticipation and just then I know what he wants.
After making sure I have all his attention to me, I finally let my fingers follow his happy trail of hair that leads down to Ashley's personal wonderland.
"Everything you see right now belongs to you babe. There's no other person in this world that I wanted to pleasure and satisfy except you." He said gazing down at me.
"I'm yours and you're mine." Connor added as he gave my lips a searing kiss.
"Yup, that's right. You're mine and I'm yours." I repeated with a genuine smile.
With that, he kissed me again. So passionate and intimate that I gave him all the control. I let him explore every part and crevices of my mouth without a second thought. I let him dominate the kiss that easily without even much of a fight.
Honestly, I don't know what has got into me. I didn't know I was capable of doing this kind of thing until now. It was surreal but I didn't mind it. One thing I know for sure is that I love this man with all my heart, and that he is the person I'm going to spend my life with.
As our tongues danced sensually, a sense of confidence suddenly hit me. And with that said confidence, I did something more that I didn't know I was capable of doing.
I trailed my fingers that was resting the waistband of his pants, down to his growing erection that was still covered with his jeans. I was so into the moment that I didn't even notice I was palming his hard on, and not even once did I hesitate nor blush.
Connor moaned as he pulled his head back. "God baby, that felt so good."
Feeling proud of myself, I unbuttoned his jeans and slid his zipper down. Once I had a little peak of his tight underwear, I slipped my hand and grabbed his member through his underwear.
"F*ck." He breathed out.
And instead of me being bothered by the fact that Connor just cursed, it only turned me on even more, which was very weird.
"Yes baby. Keep doing that." He encouraged and I didn't stop.
I continued to massage his warm member with the best of my ability seeing as I'm very inexperienced.
Connor groaned. "Your hand felt so good babe. Don't stop."
I was feeling a little naughty so I peaked one finger inside his underwear, touching the tip of his impressive sized junior. Connor moaned and went back to kissing my lips with so much hunger. He licked my bottom lip again, asking for entrance and I didn't hesitate to give it to him. His tongue danced with mine in silent harmony with his hands slowly roaming down my body. He started his way from my chest, then slowly went down to my stomach. He paused when he reached my belly button and started playing with it, just like what I did to him earlier.
He pulled away from the kiss and gave my forehead a peck. He stared at my eyes and there I saw his raw emotions. There was lust that was very prominent, and then there was love shining through.
"I love you." He mumbled breathlessly. "So much."
I smiled and placed my hand on his cheek and started rubbing on his stubble.
He leaned into my touch and smiled back at me.
He always like it when I do it. He said it's soothing when I play with his stubble, specially the ones along his jaw and cheeks.
"I love you too Connor."
He smiled and showed his pearly whites before crashing his lips back to mine once again. His hand went back to my stomach and began rubbing his huge palm on it.
He pulled away and went to give my neck a kiss. Then he went down to my shoulder and gave it the same attention as he did to my neck. He slowly went down my body and peppered kisses on my chest with both of hands rubbing my sides. He went further down and gave my little outie belly button a tender kiss.
He looked up at me. "You have such an adorable belly button, babe. With it being an outie, makes it even more cuter. I love it."
With that, I giggled.
Going back to the task at hand, he gave my belly button another kiss. After that, he licked the trail that was descending down to my privates making me inhale sharply. I placed my left hand on his shoulder, as the right went straight to his hair.
"Ah." I breathed out lowly.
Connor chuckled his deep and baritone chuckle which caused for me to hold back a loud moan.
"I will do this to you everyday if it means I'll get to hear that beautiful sound come out of your mouth." He stated huskily into my skin making me squirm under him.
I wasn't able to utter a word. Instead, I just whimpered.
Once Connor heard that embarrassing sound, he growled possessively. Then he playfully nipped the skin just above the waistband of my pants just to tease me further. He licked the happy trail down to the waistband and slightly tug on it and slip his tongue inside my underwear.
I inhaled sharply once again at his bold move.
"O-Oh God." I mumbled.
I guess he had enough of the teasing when he started to undo the button and zipper of my pants. And once he had it done, he looked up at me through his lashes and smirked seductively causing for the air to stop entering my lungs. Then all of a sudden, he playfully nipped on my privates after he tugged my pants down slightly.
I whimpered again, in which I was guessing turned him on further.
He fanned my growing hard on with his hot breath and all I could think of was being in cloud nine. I know he still haven't get to touch me without the clothes getting in the way, but with him doing this all to me, I was already high from the desires and lust.
Smirking proudly, Connor's ever so adventurous hand teased the waistband of my underwear, peaking his finger inside just to feel the heat radiating off of me.
He hummed before he tugged my underwear down slightly using his mouth.
It was so damn sexy.
When he had my underwear down halfway, he teased me by licking the base of my member, making me whimper under his hold once again.
"Ahhh C-Connor." I breathe out while taking hold of his hair.
"I'm going to make you feel good baby." He said in a raspy and sexy voice making me squirm under him.
I nodded my head as I sealed my eyes are closed. "P-Please."
I didn't even know I could get to sound that freaking needy.
He chuckled lowly. "Patience baby. Patience."
He said as I let out a soft moan.
"As much as I want to taste all of you so badly, I still want to explore your body even more." He whispered again while peppering kisses down my happy trail.
"I want to feel each and every part of you. Memorize every single detail and just feel your every curves." He said as he let his hands roam my body.
"I want to sculpt your body into my brain, baby." He paused while giving my stomach a light kiss. "Because in that way, even if I'm dead, I still get to remember every part of you in the afterlife."
He kissed my flat abs. "I'll still get to taste you."
He went down slowly to my member and inhaled deeply. "I'll still get to smell your heavenly scent."
He licked me. "And I'll still get to make love with you."
Then after the teasing, he had enough and slowly pulled my underwear down showing him all of me in nothing but my heated skin and my hardening member. He bit his lips as he let his eyes explore every part of my exposed body. His dark eyes met mine once again as the tip of his tongue touched the length of my member.
Without breaking eye contact, he leaned down close to my middles with his mouth only a few inches away from engulfing me. His hot breathe fanning and teasing my sensitive skin. His hands rubbing my thighs and legs with my hands gripping the couch waiting for him to take me.
Just when he was about to end all the teasing; Just when my mind and whole body was consumed by the mind blowing pleasure, someone decided to interrupt when Connor's phone went off.
So much for making love eh?
After Connor took me home, I immediately went to see Papa.
Unfortunately, it was him who called Connor just to remind him my curfew. And well, we didn't realize the time until we checked the clock on the bedside table. It was almost nine o'clock.
So Connor and I hurried here for me not to get in trouble with my father.
I sighed after closing the door behind me. Looking around the house, I noticed it being quiet.
Where is everyone? Specifically, where the heck is Papa? I wondered to myself.
I went to the living room to check only to find no one inhabiting it. I turned towards the direction to the kitchen just in case he's there cleaning. When I found out and saw the kitchen being empty, I turned to the window maybe Papa decided to be out in the yard. But I doubt it. During this time of the night, he's probably in his room.
Wait.
Of course. Why didn't I think of that earlier?
Obviously if you're a man nearing the age of 50, you'll be inside your room during this time of the night.
Shaking my head, I lightly smacked myself for being stupid.
Pursing my lips together, I decided to get myself something to eat. Since Connor and I only had steak for dinner with no rice, I'm still hungry. With that, I walked into the fridge and searched for some left over.
When I didn't see rice, I frowned.
If you're Filipino, you'll mostly won't survive a day without eating rice. At least for me.
Sighing, I grabbed a left over pizza since I don't have anything else to eat anyway. Taking a plate, I placed it in the microwave and wait for it to heat up. While waiting, I felt myself getting tired. And I'm not planning to go to Papa's room. So might as well make him come. Less hassle.
With that in mind.....
"Papa!" I screamed out loud with my arms folded on my chest.
Seconds later, I heard thundering footsteps running down the stairs, clearly in a hurry.
Papa came running towards me with panic visible on his features.
"What's wrong? Did you hurt yourself? Is there a fire or is there a burglar?" Papa said panicked stricken and I held the urge to laugh at his expression. I know it sounds mean but you have to admit, it's kinda funny.
No? okay.
"No nothing's wrong, I didn't hurt myself, there is no fire and there is definitely no burglar. Only cookie monsters and Carnivorous Bunnies." I said simply.
"What? Then why did you shout?" Papa asked in disbelief.
"Well, I was looking for you all over the place but then got tired, so I decided to call you instead." I explained giving Papa an innocent smile.
Papa sighed while pinching the bridge of his nose.
"You can't just shout like that during this time of the night, Ash." And once we was done saying that, multiple footsteps hammered down the floor as it hurried down the stairs heading towards us.
I turned to my side and there I saw all my siblings looking all stunned and panicked while holding a weapon.
"Where is the freaking burglar?" Alicia yelled as she held a cloth hanger in her hand.
It's not like it's gonna help anyway, if ever there is a burglar. What is she gonna do? Smack them in the butt like what Mama do when we get in trouble?
Papa turned to me with unimpressed look on his face.
Well opsieee.
"There is no burglar Alicia." Papa sighed as he wrapped his arms on his chest.
"Then why the heck did this midget shout all of a sudden?" She said pointing at me.
I scowled. "Call me a midget again and I'll feed you that hanger."
Alicia raised her eyebrow at me. "Oh yeah? Try it, Midget." She pushed.
I was about to show her the real power a midget like me can have when Papa stepped in.
"That's enough you two." Papa said. "Now, you three go to your rooms."
With that, Alicia and the two guys went back upstairs and towards their rooms.
Papa turned his attention back to me.
"Okay why were you looking for me then?"
"Oh uhm, I just wanna ask about our departure. If you know, If it's final?" I went to the microwave after it was done heating up the pizza. "Oh and, you didn't cook any rice?"
Papa leaned on the counter.
"Now that you asked. Yes, It is final and were leaving 3 weeks from now." Papa confirmed making me look down on the pizza in front of me. "And I did cook rice, but with your brothers having such big appetites, they forgot to leave some for you."
"Traitors." I whispered under my breath making Papa chuckle.
"But yeah, everything is final and we're leaving in a couple of weeks." He stated.
I'm excited but at the same time not excited. Does that make sense?
Papa sighed when he noticed my sudden change of mood.
"I know you're sad that you're leaving your friends behind, but it's not like we're not gonna come visit. Who knows maybe after 2 years we'll set our vacation here." Papa soothed making me smile slightly.
"Yeah that sounds like a great Idea." I smiled at Papa making him smile as well. He came to me and hugged me tightly.
"I'm glad." Be said before he pulled away from the hug. But when his eyes landed on my neck, that's when I tensed.
I will get you back for this Connor. I swear to god, I will give you blue balls.
"Is that a hickey on your neck?"
Well, Rest in Peace you go Ashley Dale Valdez.
And that is just me referring to myself in third person. Nothing surprising.