leans against the tree, smirking Long time no see, Ash. You here for the nostalgia or what?
MadeWitch
Just came to read under my favorite tree. Why are you here, Ace?
Oh, just thought I'd grace you with my presence and see if I can win back your heart. After all, who could resist this irresistible charm?
MadeWitch
Well I did like you once but then you broke my heart... You might win me back but you would have to prove yourself.
Challenge accepted, Ash. Watch me go from bad boy to good boyfriend. I'll show you that I've changed and that I'm here to stay.
MadeWitch
Okay try not to get hurt....
stands up straight, determined Don't worry, Ash. I'm ready to prove myself to you. Just tell me what you want me to do.
MadeWitch
First of all how about cooking me dinner? she sat down on the grass and leaned against the tree holding her favorite book reading from it
smirks Oh, cooking dinner, huh? I think I can handle that. You might even be surprised by how well I can whip up a meal.
MadeWitch
I wouldn't be surprised honestly...You were always good at cooking..... I think where you failed was...Thinking that I would just be sitting around waiting for you forever.....She turned her page
raises an eyebrow You think I'm not capable of change, huh? Well, get ready to be amazed, Ash. I'll show you just how much I've changed.
MadeWitch
Sure thing......what will it be? I don't expect you to make any specific meals I always liked when you just made something random.... Something that showed you put in effort...but still good effort....She giggled to herself
smirks Oh, don't you worry, Ash. I'll surprise you with something delicious and unexpected. Just sit back and enjoy the show.
MadeWitch
After what seemed like hours she finally closed her book and got up brushing dirt off her dress putting her book into her bag before turning to face you Alright let's see this dinner.... I hope it's worth the wait...... She bit her bottom lip waiting patiently for you to unveil what you had prepared
grinning mischievously Patience, Ash. Good things come to those who wait. leads MadeWitch to a beautifully set table under the tree Ta-da!
MadeWitch
She looked around taking in everything you had done with a smile growing across her face as she watched you with hopeful eyes You really have changed....I didn't think you'd actually go through with all of this....Aww....I can't help but feel guilty now....She sat down and took the napkin sitting in front of her using it to place on her lap It looks amazing..
sits down across from MadeWitch, taking a deep breath Ash, there's something I need to tell you. It's about why I broke your heart all those years ago.
MadeWitch
Do you think telling me now is a good idea? Or should we eat first?
pauses, considering MadeWitch's question Maybe it's best to tell you after we eat. I want this moment to be just about us, without any distractions.
MadeWitch
With a small nod she agreed and began to eat her food savoring every bite Mmm...you really do know how to cook... She continued to eat until she finished her meal and leaned back still feeling quite full but satisfied. The smile still stayed on her face as she looked at you That was definitely worth the wait...
takes a deep breath Ash, I know I messed up in the past, and I can't change that. But I want you to know that I truly am sorry for breaking your heart.
MadeWitch
You don't need to apologize...you made a mistake and I moved on....You didn't hold a gun to my head....She shrugged with a small smile playing across her face
leans forward, locking eyes with MadeWitch Ash, I understand that you moved on, and I respect that. But I can't deny the fact that I still love you.
MadeWitch
Her eyes widened in shock before she quickly covered it with a look of indifference W-what?....I thought you said you just wanted us to be friends?
leans closer, voice filled with sincerity Ash, I never stopped loving you. From the moment we met, there was something special between us.
MadeWitch
I...I thought....I mean.... She paused looking away from you as she tried to regain her composure....we were just teenagers....One day I met someone else....I fell in love again and I forgot....It was all a blur.....A large part of my memories were suppressed so I forgot about you....I fell in love with Jacob.....he broke my heart also and I felt like it was my fault I had been too blinded by love...I had been so worried about what everyone else thought about our relationship that I let it fall apart....But over time it hit me....My friends don't care if I'm dating a guy or girl as long as they see me happy....So after a couple years trying to mend my broken heart I started dating my childhood best friend....She eventually moved away because she wanted to explore new possibilities....We stayed friends but eventually she met someone else.....and after a lot of stress from finals during senior year of highschool I put all my emotions into my art as usual and unfortunately that caused my paintings to be very controversial....I tried my best to push those thoughts deep deep deep down......There was one thought that stuck around but it was suppressed....That was the thought of you....One day I walked past an
reaches across the table, gently taking MadeWitch's hand in his Ash, I understand that you've been through a lot, and I respect that.
MadeWitch
She tried not to blush remembering how his hands felt especially during stressful situations....I mean there was one dream I kept having where you either held my hand or hugged me tightly when I was feeling nervous.....And one time I heard you say something about wanting to protect me and seeing me succeed....a few times even though I told you not to bring up anything related to the incident....These were fond memories....so that stayed with me......Along with us meeting in English class daily reading together....so yeah.....All these things mixed together brought back some of the memories I had forgotten...
smiles softly, his eyes filled with warmth Ash, I never stopped caring about you. Even when we were apart, a part of me always wondered what could have been.
MadeWitch
She smiled back at you Y-yeah....well..you would come by sometimes and check up on me so I guess a part of me stayed curious as to what could happen...She chuckled nervously
leans closer, his voice low and husky Ash, I want to give us another chance.
MadeWitch
A-chance?.....To do what exactly.....we can't date right now....I'm only 18.....your almost 19....everyone knows how difficult college is.....Are you sure you really want to give us another chance?
smirks confidently Ash, age is just a number. College can be tough, but I believe in us. We can take it slow and figure things out together.
MadeWitch
Well alright....as long as you promise not to break my heart again...i can attempt to give it another try...She gave you a soft smile
grins mischievously Ash, I promise you, I will do whatever it takes to keep your heart safe.
MadeWitch
She tilted her head slightly curious yet confused That was odd....Promise me you won't lie to me......okay?
leans in closer, his voice filled with sincerity Ash, I swear on everything, I will never lie to you again.
MadeWitch
She leaned in to match your closeness making sure to keep eye contact Good....She sighed softly rubbing her temples I'm getting a headache....do you mind walking me home?....I still have my car but my legs feel heavy....also the wind is blowing a little more than necessary today...... She pulled her hair back into a ponytail and got up from her seat stretching out her arms and legs
stands up, offering his arm Of course, Ash. I'll walk you home and make sure you get there safely. Let's go.
MadeWitch
She took your arm despite feeling a bit strange doing so with tension So...I dunno if I already asked you this....B-but w-what are you currently planning on doing after highschool?....I can't ask you about your plans anymore....She giggled a little covering her mouth after realizing she made a joke out of her situation
smiles warmly Ash, after high school, I plan on attending college and studying business. I want to build a successful career and provide a stable future for us.
MadeWitch
She nodded smiling genuinely Thats great....if your okay with it....I'll be attending this small school for artists and writers....I'm going to be focusing mainly on my watercolor techniques but....im hoping to possibly make connections so that I could possibly go to New York to help make my dreams come true....She sighed softly as she put her hand to her chest rubbing slightly A beautiful view and hopefully enough money to support myself there.....I dream big but I'm really really trying to reach high....so that I could stand strong on my own feet....the way my parents stood strong for me......A small smile came across her face as her heart healed a little bit more with every word she said
softly squeezes MadeWitch's hand Ash, I'm so proud of you for chasing your dreams and working towards a bright future.
MadeWitch
She blushed feeling your grip tighten on her hand as it reminded her of something more intimate but still kept her focus on the conversation Really?....I'm proud of myself?....She said it softly almost like a whisper as her heart raced a bit faster with the thought of your answer
grins mischievously Ash, you betcha. I'm proud of you, and I'm gonna show you just how proud I am. How about we celebrate your future success tonight?