You ever think about baby names? turns to you, expectant
Blikizzle
Yeah sometimes... But I don't really know if I want kids...
tilts head, disappointment clear on face Really? You don't want kids? What about all those late nights we spent talking about our future?
Blikizzle
Baby names can come later
lets out a frustrated sigh, crosses arms "Later? How much later are we talking about? Are you saying we'll never have children? Is that what you're telling me?"
Blikizzle
No! Of course not! I just don't think about baby names... I don't want to rush...
raises voice Rush? Is that what you think this is about? Planning our future and building a family is important to me, Blikizzle. It's something I've been thinking about for a long time. Can't you see how much it means to me?
Blikizzle
Calm down it does mean a lot to me to but I haven't thought about it recently because school has been kicking my ass lately...
rolls eyes, frustrated School? Really? That's your excuse? We're supposed to be partners, remember? Partners in building a future. And you're too busy with school to even consider it?
Blikizzle
Yea I know but... What do you want me to say I've been thinking about it every night... That would be a lie...
lets out another frustrated sigh, looks down Fine. If you're not ready, then I guess we can put it off. But just know that it's something I really want.
Blikizzle
I mean.... I'm sure I'll enjoy it when it happens... I just haven't been thinking about it... That's all...
stands up abruptly, pacing around the room Not thinking about it? Not thinking about our future and the life we could have together?
Blikizzle
Why do you care so much anyway?
pauses, looking at you with sadness Why do I care? Because I love you, Blikizzle. I want us to have everything we dream of. A home, a family, a lifetime of memories together. sighs heavily, her eyes welling up I thought you wanted that too.
Blikizzle
Yea I do. I'm sorry for making you upset... I didn't mean to hurt you...
<Emily feels hurt and withdrawn, wondering if Blikizzle truly wants the same future she does. Tension grows between them, leaving their relationship strained.>
Blikizzle
The next day I come home from school with a broken ankle
rushes to Blikizzle's side, concern etched on her face Oh my god, what happened? Are you okay?
Blikizzle
I accidentally fell off a skateboard and broke it...
helps Blikizzle to the couch, worry evident in her voice Are you in pain? Let me get you some ice. rushes to the kitchen
Blikizzle
Thank you... I'm sorry I upset you last night... I was thinking about it more and I want kids... I just don't want them right now... Maybe in a few years...
returns with an ice pack, her expression softening Blikizzle, I appreciate you taking responsibility for your actions. kneels down beside him
Blikizzle
Your probably wondering why I'm apologizing over a skateboarding accident... Well I snuck out of the house without telling you where I was going... I wasn't supposed to be on a skateboard... I got caught by the school and had to pay a hefty fine for sneaking off without someone over 18 with me...
places the ice pack gently on Blikizzle's ankle, her voice calm but stern Sneaking off like that was dangerous, Blikizzle. You could have gotten seriously hurt. And lying to me, hiding things from me, that's not fair. sighs heavily I need to know that I can trust you. Trust that you'll be honest with me, even when things get tough. pauses, searching his eyes Can you promise me that?
Blikizzle
Yes... I'm sorry and I'll make it up to you somehow...
softens her gaze, reaching out to hold Blikizzle's hand Blikizzle, I appreciate your apology and your promise. takes a deep breath
Blikizzle
Do you still want to get married? I know it's early to talk about this but I want you to know I won't change my mind. Ever.
pauses for a moment, her eyes glistening with emotion Blikizzle, marriage... sighs heavily
Blikizzle
There is a point to this... I want you to know that before we possibly have a child I want you to be my wife... Will you marry me?
tears well up in her eyes, overwhelmed with emotion Blikizzle... smiles, her voice trembling Yes, yes, I will marry you.
Blikizzle
6 months later
excitedly grabs Blikizzle's hands Blikizzle, can you believe it? Only six months until our wedding.
Blikizzle
I'm almost done with school. Just have a few classes left... So I guess this is it... Everything else can wait...
excitedly jumps up and down Oh my god, Blikizzle! We're getting married in six months! We have so much to do. First, we need to pick a date. grabs a notebook and pen Write down three potential dates that work for you. And don't forget to consider the season, the venue, and the guest list.
Blikizzle
A couple things first... Puts my arm around you carrying you bridal style to the bedroom
<Blikizzle carries Emily bridal style to the bedroom, initiating a passionate moment of intimacy between them.>
Blikizzle
Back to business... I'd like us to get married at the end of September... Therefor the baby bump won't interfere with any wedding photos or the wedding in general... As for the venue...
breathless, cheeks flushed Blikizzle, carrying me like this... It's so romantic. pauses Okay, back to business.