Prompt (from Anonymous from Tumblr): Joshaya song prompt: I want Crazy by Hunter Hayes in Josh's POV.
A/N: Okay so I've written and rewritten this like so many times that I finally just said "screw it" and finished this one. I'm not sure how I feel about it since it extremely deviated from the prompt like ALOT, but hope it still works. Also this will be a series of Joshaya oneshots so send me prompts! Enjoy :)
I Want Crazy
I'm booking myself a one-way flight
I gotta see the color in your eyes
Yeah tellin' myself I'm gonna be alright
Without you baby is a waste of time
"What's the matter baby bro?"
Josh looked up from the display of bracelets to meet his eldest brother's curious gaze. He sighed, "We've been to countless of stores and I've gotten everyone a Christmas present except for Maya. All the presents we've looked at are fine but I want to get something special for her to show how much I missed her and…" He stopped, turning away.
"Love her?" Eric chimed in making Josh whip his head back toward him.
He bit his lip, trying not to blush but was unsuccessful. "Yeah."
"So you want to give her something meaningful, how about a promise ring?"
Josh rubbed his neck, "I sorta already gave her a promise bracelet a few years ago for her sweet sixteen."
Eric rubbed his little brother's hair,"Aww, you really do got it bad for Moesha, Joshie."
Josh shoved him away, rolling his eyes, "Her name's Maya." He sighed, "And yeah I do. Which is why I want to give her the best gift to show her that not only am I in it for the long game, but she's the only one I want to be my partner in the long game of life."
Eric's eyes widened as he gasped, placing a hand over his mouth, "Joshua Gabriel Mathews, are you telling me you want to marry her?"
Josh's eyes also widened in shock, "What? No…I just…" He was at a loss of words. That technically was what he meant. He had dated a lot of girls before and after making his deal with Maya, but no one had managed to sear into his heart as much as Maya Hart had. Sure he had pretty good relationships but there was always something missing. He didn't realize what it was until after Maya graduated and they started dating for the summer. Maya got him in a way no else-not even his family- did. She made him feel things he usually didn't feel. Josh often prided himself in giving off the "cool vibe" but when it came to Maya there were times where she made him feel off-the-rocker-crazy and he wouldn't have had it any other way. Maya Hart was one of a kind and he often found himself feeling simultaneously grateful and unworthy that even after all these years he was the one she wanted to be with. Even now after being away from each other for a few months. After their amazing summer romance they had to go back to reality and Josh ended up getting an internship in L. A. for a few months for his senior year of NYU. He'd be lying if he said that there wasn't a big part of him that wanted to stay to be with her but Maya was stronger for both of them and told him he should take it. After all they had waited three years, what was a few more months? So even though neither one wasn't too thrilled about it, they decided to give the long-distance thing a shot and just add it to their journey of the long game.
It was hard being away from her for so long, but they made it work and Josh cherished every single one of their phone-calls, texts, Snapchats, any form of communication with her. Even though he really did enjoy his internship, talking to Maya was always the best part of his day.
Now he was finally back and couldn't wait to finally see the girl he loved. However Josh's flight came two hours earlier and Maya was still working. So Eric decided to give up a few hours of his busy time of being the senator to spend some quality time with his younger brother. So they decided to go last minute Christmas shopping. On Christmas Eve. In New York City. Surprisingly enough they were able to get pretty good gifts in such a short time, well all except for Josh's gift for Maya. This was going to be their first time seeing each other in person in what felt like forever-which was fitting since it was Christmas five years prior that it all seemed to start- and Josh wanted to make it special. He wanted to show just how much she meant to him and that she was the only person he saw himself growing old with.
Oh crap.
Josh looked up to meet his older brother's gaze, looking like he was a deer caught in the headlights. He gulped, "I really do want to marry her."
Tears started to form in Eric's eyes as he patted both of Josh's shoulders, "My little baby brother, you're growing up so fast. Can I be your best man? Tell me when's the wedding soon so I can clear my schedule for the big day."
Josh shook his head, "What? No, I'm not going to propose to her soon. That's crazy!"
"Josh, if there's one thing I've learned in life is that love, no matter what kind it may be, is crazy. The best kinds are. I mean look at Cory and Pangers. You should've seen them in school, now talk about craaazyy and they haven't slowed down since."
Josh sighed, "Yeah, but Maya and I are so young and haven't been together long and…" He sighed, rubbing his eyes, cursing himself for even contemplating this crazy idea.
"Joshua, I'm not telling you should or shouldn't, but with something like this I'd say it's better to listen to your heart than your brain."
He was silent for a few moments but saying, "What if she says 'no'?"
"What if she says 'yes'?"
"You sound like Cory."
Before either could say anything else, Josh's phone rang. He looked at the I. D. and almost laughed. "Perfect timing." He muttered before answering it.
"Hey Little Ferret, fancy hearing from you."
"Joshua Gabriel Mathews." Oh no, she sounded upset.
"Yes, Maya Penelope Hart?"
"Oh don't be cute. I'm pissed at you."
"Maya I've only been in New York for a couple of hours, what did I do to piss you off?"
"Exactly that! You've arrived without even telling me. That's not something you do to your girlfriend.'
Josh sighing, smiling, "Look, I'm sorry I didn't tell you. I was going to but you're working and you know how Eric is, you tend to be distracted with him being around."
"I heard that and I'll take that as a compliment." Eric said from the counter as he put on at least five bracelets on at the same time. "Tell Milala I say hi."
"Eric says hi."
"Well at least someone knows how to say hi to someone else."
"I'm sorry, Sweetie, what can I do to make it up to you?"
Maya hummed, making it clear she was thinking about it hard, "You can give me the most awesome gift you can think of."
"How do you know I haven't gotten it already?"
"Because I know you and that you're very particular on getting the perfect gift to people that it takes you from October 31st all the way to Christmas Eve to finally get something. Remember, I've been your Christmas shopping buddy the past few years. I know how you are."
Josh laughed, "You get me."
"Indeed I do, Honey Boing. Now I'm going to go so you can concentrate. I'm expecting trips to Figi big."
"I'll see what I can do, Gorgeous."
"You better, Boing. Okay, I gotta go. See you later, love you."
Josh couldn't help from grinning from ear to ear, "Love you too." Every time she told him she loved him it was like she was saying it for the first time all over again, especially after being away from her for so long.
"Someone seems happy." Eric said as Josh walked over to him.
"Yeah, talking to Maya seems to always to do that to me." He looked away, feeling the big blush forming in his cheeks.
"Wow, I've never seen you act like this about a girl before. You're usually 'Mr. Cool'. You really do love her. Like love, love her."
"I guess I do. I want to marry her, Eric."
"Awesome!"
And then words slipped before he even thought it through, "I'm going to propose to her tomorrow."
Eric's eyes looked like they were about to pop out, "Wait, what?"
Josh couldn't believe what he said either but it felt so…right. "I…uh I want to spend the rest of my life with her. These past few months have been hell without her and I can't see myself being with anyone else. I know it's crazy, but I want to marry Maya Hart and I don't know if I can wait until we're both done with college or officially starting our lives. I mean Cory and Topanga did it and they made it, right? I mean I know most people aren't like them but I believe we can work. Besides we don't have to get married right away."
"Wow, so I'm guessing you figured out what you're getting Maya for Christmas."
'Cause love don't know what distance is
Yeah, I know it's crazy
Most of her life Maya didn't really care for the Holidays, but lately she had the best Christmas four years in a row. Her first Christmas with the Mathews was a legendary one for her since not only did Josh Mathews call her gorgeous for the first time but that was also the time she first met Shawn Hunter and her life had never been the same since. Each year after that had been full of happy memories filled with Shawn and her mom being together then married and eventually having her twin brother and sister. Every year during that time Maya couldn't help but feel like her family was becoming whole. It ended up being her favorite time of the year and this year didn't seem to be any different. Especially since she was finally together with her first love Josh.
Everything seemed to be right in the world. Maya was enjoying her break from finishing her first semester of college with Riley. Her parents were happy with the twins but still found time to always be there for her. And now Josh was finally home from his internship, and great timing too since it was five years the next day that Josh seemed to see her more than just his niece's wild best friend. If only he could finally get here so she could kiss his face.
Maya paced back and forth in the Mathews' living room, "Peaches calm down, he'll be here."
"I know but he needs to get here soon. This wait is killing me."
"Well, while you wait for Josh, you two can help me with setting the table." Topanga called from the kitchen, making dinner.
Riley sighed but Maya gladly accepted as they both headed to Riley's mom. The blonde desperately needed a distraction while impatiently waiting for her boyfriend to finally arrive. He called a half hour prior, promising her that he was almost done shopping with his brother Eric. Maya never thought she'd be jealous of the goofy Mathews senator, but she guessed there was always a first time for everything since she couldn't help but be envious that he was the first person to see Josh since he arrived. Maya sighed. She knew that four months wasn't that long at all comparing to the year-long internships he was looking at, but it still felt like forever for her. Josh and her had finally reached their someday and had the best summer of her entire life. But then he had this great opportunity presented to him and Maya didn't want to be in the way of his dreams. So she agreed that he should go but it still hurt her that he was ripped away from her just a couple of months after being together. The old her would just use it as evidence that the universe really didn't want to make her happy, however in the past four years Maya had slowly grown into having hope, her own hope that wasn't Riley's in disguise. So she decided to give the universe a chance and have hope that Josh would come back to her, no matter how scared she was. The long-distance relationship wasn't all that bad, but Maya was more than thrilled to finally see Joshua Mathews face-to-face and kiss him like there was no tomorrow.
Suddenly the door flew open, "My family! Long time no see."
Maya's head immediately flew up as a giant smile spread from ear to ear at the sight of the boy she loved, "Boing!" She shouted as she ran toward Josh and jumped on him, wrapping her legs around his waist.
Josh laughed, placing his hands on her thighs to hold her up, "Nice to see you too Little Ferret."
As her reply, she crashed her lips within his and gave him a small yet endearing kiss. He kissed her back for a moment but then parted away, "Maya," he whispered, "we're not alone."
She shook her head, giving him a smirk, "I don't care." She then kissed him again, to which he gladly returned.
"I've missed you so much." He said between kisses.
Maya slightly parted for air, their lips still barely touching, "That makes one of us."
Josh rolled his eyes before giving her another kiss.
Suddenly they were interrupted by a loud cough, making them part to look at its source.
"Shawn." Josh squeaked.
"Little Mathews." He then turned to his step-daughter. "Maya, I think it'd be best if you got off of Josh."
"Right." She the jumped off of her boyfriend and straightened her clothes.
The young couple stood their awkwardly, wondering what Shawn would say next. It was no secret that he was very protective when it came to Maya, but he did saw Josh as a family member and though it took him some time to get used to the idea of their "someday", Shawn eventually approved of their relationship. But he was still very protective of Maya.
He then took a step toward Josh, making Maya tense in worry, but then bombarded him with a hug, "Welcome home, Josh. You were truly missed."
"Uh, thanks Shawn." Josh said a little surprised and patted him on his shoulder.
"Joshie!" The two parted and turned to see Auggie rushing from the stairs toward Josh.
He threw his arms up in the air and bent down, "Auggie!"
The twelve year old rushed into his arms, giving him a big hug, "I've missed you! You were gone foreeever!"
Maya watched the scene fondly.
"I wasn't gone that long kiddo. In fact I've been gone way longer."
"Yeah but that was before you moved here. I've gotten used to seeing you a lot."
"Yeah, same here. I've missed seeing you guys too. There's no place quite like home." Josh then got up and wrapped his arm around Maya and kiss her head, "Or the people."
"What's up with all the noise? I was having my annual Christmas Eve four hour nap!" Cory said walking down the stairs. His eyes then landed on Josh. "My brotha!" He rushed over to his little brother and bombarded him with a giant hug, picking him up.
Maya laughed, standing next to Riley who finished setting the table.
Cory put Josh down and asked, "How was L.A.? Did you fly safely? Are you okay?"
Josh laughed, shaking his head, "I'm fine Cory, it was great. But I'm happy to be home."
"Me too."
Josh then turned to see Riley, "Fave Niece!" He went to hug her which she gladly returned.
"Uncle Josh!"
"How've you been?"
"Josh, we text all the time."
"True."
A knock then pounded on the door. "Oh that's Eric. He had to take an important Senator call." Josh said, shaking his head, "Four years and I'm still not use to saying that."
"No one is." Cory said before opening the door. "Brother!"
"Brother! Merry Christmas! Maurice!"
Josh sighed, "It's Maya, Eric."
"I wasn't talking about Mordici, Maurice is my chauffer. He's bringing up the presents." He pretended to whisper, "Including the you-know-what."
Maya noticed Josh putting his head down.
"Ooo, mysterious. What's the you-know-what?" She asked full of intrigue.
"It wouldn't be a mystery if I told you now would it?" Josh teased looking up at her.
"It's my present isn't it?" She asked giddily, shaking his arm.
He hesitated for a moment before saying, "Yes."
"Yay! I knew it!"
Another knock then came, "Senator Mathews."
"Coming Mourice!" Eric then opened the door to reveal a man with a nice suit holding boxes of presents and bags in both hands. "Here let me help you out there."
"Eric that's a lot of presents." Cory stated watching his older brother place the presents by the tree.
"Not all of them are mine. Some of them are Josh's." He then turned to his youngest brother and winked.
"Subtle, Eric, very subtle." Josh said.
I wanna be scared, don't wanna know why
Wanna feel good, don't have to be right
The world makes all kinds of rules for love
I say you gotta let it do what it does
The night went great. Topanga had made a great Christmas Eve dinner to prepare for the Christmas dinner the next day. After they ate, Maya and Josh cuddled on the couch as everyone chilled in the living room and the kitchen. Maya couldn't believe that she had Josh back in her life and that she was finally in his arms. She wanted to kiss him again and again…and again. But she unfortunately didn't think it was a good idea since a lot of their family and friends were there to witness it and Shawn definitely would notice if the young couple went missing upstairs to have a moment alone. Not that they'd do anything but kiss while people were downstairs, but that still didn't matter to her step-dad. Maya always loved it when Shawn was a protective father, but after graduating high school and being with Josh, it could be annoying but she still loved it. What she also loved was the way Josh always seemed to make her feel like she was floating on a cloud with no care in the world-no matter how cliché' it sounded.
They unfortunately didn't get a chance alone until after everyone left and went to bed. Maya was going to stay at her parent's apartment but the twins were sick and she didn't want to get them sicker, so she decided to stay with Riley in her old room like good old times. Shawn wasn't that thrilled about it since Josh was staying on the Mathew's couch for the next few days before he moved into his new apartment. Maya promised him there wouldn't be any funny business while they were there, to which Shawn pretended to gag before giving her a kiss on the forehead and leaving.
And Maya kept her promise, for the most part that is. After about an hour of talking to Riley in bed, she texted Josh to meet her on the roof.
Are you crazy it's like 20 degrees outside, he texted back.
Oh so I guess someone didn't miss their girlfriend that much or kissing her without anyone seeing
I'll be there in 5 minutes
Maya immediately got out of her bed with a huge grin placed on her lips.
"Peaches, where are you going?" Riley asked sleepily.
"To give my boyfriend a proper kiss goodnight."
Riley's face scrunched up in disgust, "Ew Maya I'm happy you guys are happy and everything but he's still my uncle!"
Maya shrugged, putting her coat on, "You wanted to know." She then opened the bay window, "See you in a little bit Riles.
She climbed up the fire escape to the roof. Once she reached it and climbed up, a low whistle came. Looking up she noticed Josh walking towards her.
"Look at you being all spy like." He said with a giant smile.
Instead of replying, Maya ran into his arms and gave him a big, passionate kiss that she had been waiting to give him without anyone around since he arrived. He returned the kiss with as just as much passion. After a few minutes their lips parted as they pressed their foreheads on the other's.
"I've always told you I wanted romance with thrill and adventure."
"Any relationship with you is the best adventure."
Maya's heart soared at his comment and the way he looked at her adoringly-he often had that effect on her.
They were both silent for a few moments, staring all gooey into each other's eyes.
"Maya?" He whispered.
"Hmm?"
"Do you see a future with us?"
Maya was shocked by his questioned. They hadn't talked about their future that much except what he'd do after college. But that was a question that she had answered a long time ago, "Of course." She then hesitated for a moment before saying, "Do you?"
Josh gave her a loving smile, "I do. I've been thinking about it a lot lately."
She gave him a wide smile, "Really?"
He nodded, "Really. I've been with several girls even loved a couple of them, but no one has even come close to how you make me feel. And I know this is a lot to say since you're just starting college and have your whole life ahead of you, but you're the only one I see myself growing old with."
Maya's heart skipped a beat as her breath hitched, "I…Josh…"
"We should probably go before we get sick." He then gave her a small yet endearing kiss before parting ways. "I'll wait until you reach the Riley's window safely."
"Okay." Was all she could say since her head was reeling with what he had just told her. She headed down the fire escape, trying to process what just happened. He basically just told her he wanted to marry her someday, right?
Once Maya reach the bay window she looked up to see Josh leaning down, looking at her. It was moments like these that Maya couldn't help but feel like she was dreaming because Josh being with her and loving her as much as she did was only a fantasy, right? No, this was real and she couldn't help but think that their conversation wasn't over.
But I don't want "good" and I don't want "good enough"
I want "can't sleep, can't breathe without your love"
Maya barely got any sleep that night. Her mind was reeling with thoughts of Josh being back and what he had said. Was he insinuating that he'd want to marry her someday? On one hand it seemed glaringly obvious, but on the other Maya didn't even want to play with that idea. She may had slowly gotten used to hoping and though Maya wanted Josh in her life forever, she didn't want to think about it too much because it felt like it was too big to hope.
Unfortunately, the next day Josh acted like he hadn't said anything major to her. Fortunately, she was didn't think about it that much as she and Riley helped Topanga with dinner and also hung out with the others as more and more people came. As the day went on, their conversation from the night before ended up going to the back of her mind. It was still there and every now and then when Josh would look loving into her eyes, she couldn't help but remember it. However, the happy holiday was a great distraction and for that Maya was glad. The day was looking like it was continuing the streak of great Christmases, hell it probably was already her favorite since Josh and her were finally together. As they ate dinner and then began to open presents, Maya began to think that it couldn't get better than this.
She was wrong.
After everyone had opened their presents, Maya couldn't help but be disappointed. She turned to her boyfriend who was sitting next to her, his arm around her shoulder. "Um, Honey Boing, aren't you forgetting something?"
Josh gave her a nonchalant look, shrugging, "I don't think so."
The blonde saw right through him, however, "Joshua Gabriel Mathews, where is my mysterious present?"
"Oh yeahhh. That."
Maya punched him in the arm, "Oh don't be cute."
"I can't help it. It's part of my charm." He gave her a wicked smile. She groaned, knowing he liked to rile her up sometimes. He then kissed her forehead before scooting away and getting off of the couch.
Eric, who was shooting a nerf gun with Auggie, noticed his baby brother and stopped before squealing, "Joshie Moshie is it time?"
Maya laughed at Josh's exasperated look as he bent down and picked up a box that seemed to be the size of a shoe box before heading back to her. Josh took a seat next to her, fidgeting with nerves. She eagerly reached for the box but he then took away from her.
"Hey, what gives Boing?"
He sighed, taking one of her hands within his, "Maya, before you open this I just want you to know that though it may not seem like it, I really did think about this and what it means."
Maya paused, getting a slight sinking feeling in her stomach, "Josh, you're scaring me."
Josh smiled at her, "Just open it."
Opened it she did, taking a deep breath. Maya released it when she saw that it was… another box. She opened that one and sure enough there was another box. She let out a slight groan, "You Mathews are all the same." Remembering the her fourteen birthday when Riley gave her their friendship ring or the time Josh gave her a promise bracelet with the words "Long game to Someday" on it. A light bulb appeared in her head as she realized he probably got her some nice jewelry that he probably couldn't afford. This made her open the box faster.
Maya's breath hitch.
It was a jewelry box alright-a ring box actually.
This couldn't be…Maya quickly pushed the ridiculous thought away. She just hoped it wasn't a jellybean or something. Taking a deep breath she opened up the small, velvet box and gasped.
Low and behold was a breathtakingly beautiful diamond ring shinning in front of her. It wasn't big or anything, but it still shinned in a striking way. It was perfect in every way. "Josh…"o Maya then slowly turned to look at Josh and saw that he was kneeling on one knee.
Everyone in the room gasped.
"Riley!" Was all Maya could say, not tearing her eyes away from the man she loved.
Her best friend was at her side in an instant, kneeling down beside her and grabbing a hold of her hand. "Um, Josh, this isn't some weird joke right? Because if it is, I don't care if your my uncle, I'm going to have to kill you."
Josh let out a nervous chuckle, looking at his niece, "No Riles," he then caught Maya's gaze again, "this is real."
Maya sucked in a breath, "Well, are you going to get on with Boing or am I going to have to do it?"
Josh laughed then squeezed her hand he was still holding, "Maya, I've been in love with you since before I really knew what love was. There was always something about you that when I was younger I tried to push away because I couldn't let myself feel the same way you appeared to feel about me. But even then I knew how incredibly special you were. I've always known ever since we first met that summer you were eight and snuck into my room while I was sick and read to me a goosebumps to make me feel better. I've told you this before and I will tell you as many times as I have to you: you have the greatest capacity of love I've ever seen. And trust me, I'm a Mathews, that's saying something. But Maya you have this fire inside of you that has always burned brightly within you even when all hope seemed lost. You've always been amazing to me and as the years gone by you continue to amaze me. The greatest decision I ever made was playing the long game with you. Though those three years sometimes were difficult and there were times where it seemed crazy, I eventually realized that that's what I want. I've tried dating girls before but no one could make me feel off-the-wall crazy and completely at ease all at the same time like you can. This past summer was the best I've ever had, I didn't realize I could be that happy. But, Maya, you make me happy. And while I was gone, I realized I never want to be a part from you again. My life is not the same without you. You inspire me in every act, every word. . When I was little Cory once told me that maybe one day I'd find my own Topanga. There was a long time when I didn't think I'd be lucky enough to find a love like Cory and Topanga. But it wasn't until yesterday when I was looking for the perfect gift for you that I realize I did find my own Topanga. I told you last night that you're the only one I've ever seen myself growing old with and that's true. I know we're young and have our whole life ahead of us, but I want to journey the rest of my life with you. I know that this is crazy, but it's the best kind. I love you Maya Penelope Hart. Will you play the long game with me as husband and wife?"
Tears rolled down Maya's face as she was rendered speechless at Josh's beautiful words. This couldn't be real, could it? Sure good things were happening for her in the past few years, but this? This was a fantasy she'd never thought would come true. Actually ever since that fateful day at the ski lodge where Josh showed that he also had feelings for her, Maya tried not to fantasize about him too much. Because fantasies weren't real and she desperately wanted their Someday to be real. They only had about five months together-if you counted the two months he was gone- and now he wanted to marry her? Marriage always frightened her, ever since her father left. Whenever Riley would pretend to be a bride, Maya would just play along but never felt the excitement about it like her best friend did. That is, however, until Shawn Hunter married her mom on the roof of the Mathews' apartment building. It was the most beautiful event she had ever attended. That night proved to her that hope really wasn't just for suckers and maybe, just maybe, somewhere down the line as the years went by that she'd find someone who loved her as much as Shawn loved her mom and they'd have a fairytale wedding. It was still hard to imagine even after her parents got married, and Maya wanted to ignore the fact that the only person she ever imagined herself getting married to was Joshua Mathews. She'd always push the thought away and pretend that it never crossed her mind.
But now there they were, five months into their relationship, and Josh was on one knee, pouring his heart out. The old her didn't want to change anything about their relationship, after all they were in a great place and she just got him back. However, another part, a bigger part, of her wanted to take a leap of faith and jump. After all, Josh was the only one she could imagine herself growing old with also.
"Yes." She finally said after several anticipated moments. "There's nothing I want more in this world than to marry you."
Josh gave her the biggest smile she had ever seen before leaning up to kiss her.
Applause filled the room.
After several moments of kissing, their lips parted before Josh pick up the ring and put it on her finger. A wide smile spread across her face as she turned to her best friend. "Riles!"
"Peaches!" Riley gave her a bone crushing hug. "Oh no."
"What?"
She tore herself from the hug, "You're really are going to be my aunt."
Everyone laughed.
Maya squished Riley's cheeks. "That's right little niece."
Riley stuck her tongue out before giving her another hug, "You're getting married! To Josh!"
"I know! I can't believe it either!"
Once they parted, Maya turned back to Josh who gave her a giant, goofy grin.
"Maya?"
She gulped before turning to see her parents standing behind her. To her surprise they were smiling with misty eyes.
"Mom… Dad…. I know I'm young and this seems crazy but I love Josh and I want to marry him."
"We know, Babygirl." Her mom said, grabbing her daughter's hand. "We wanted you to know that Josh asked us this morning for our blessing and we gave it to him."
"You did?"
Her parents nodded as her dad said, "Maya, do I think you might be too young? Absolutely. But I've it first hand with my best friends where young love turns into love that could last forever. And we trust you. Both of you. We're supporting you, no matter what."
Tears fell down her face again as she went to hug Shawn Hunter, her dad. "Thank you."
Who cares if you're all I think about,
I've searched the world and I know now,
It ain't right if you ain't lost your mind
Yeah, I don't want easy, I want crazy
You with me baby? Let's be crazy
The night went on as everyone congratulated the young couple. Cory, although he did warn them that getting married young wasn't all sunshine and rainbows, was ecstatic and told Josh, "I knew Maya was your Topanga!" Maya and Josh both laughed at that.
All in all, it was the best night and Christmas Maya had ever had.
After everyone left and headed to bed, Topanga told them that they could sleep on the couch that night and she'd take care of Cory. The young couple blushed but happily accepted the offer, both desperately wanting to cuddle with the other. As they lied on the couch in pure content, Maya stared at the ring in her finger. Even in the dark it shined. After a while, she turned around to face her new fiancé who was looking at her with such love.
"Is this real?" She whispered.
"More real than most things in life." He then kissed her nose.
"Is this crazy?"
"Hell yeah. But I want to be crazy with you forever. Let's be crazy together. What do you say?"
Maya gave him a quick kiss before saying, "Always."
