Brad's Pov
So Lauren and I have finally won the kids' blessing and I've never been happier. It's been a hard 2 and half years but we've finally done it. I never thought Piper could be so stubborn. Then when I thought I had won Imogen over, she went back to hating our relationship. I think today is the day; I'm going to ask Lauren to marry me. I've cleared it up with all the kids and they surprisingly took it well. I think they are happy for me and I'm so excited. Paige, Josh and I are just setting everything up!
Lauren's Pov
I finally feel happy again after Matt. I was quite depressed when Amber left but at least I still have Paige and Brad. I just want to hold onto them tightly. It's been great, everyone's finally happy with me and Brad and we can put all the awkward phase behind us. Right now I've been roped in a yoga class with Susan, Sonya and Sheila. I think Terese is on her way to the community center as we speak.
"Everybody get a yoga mat and lay it in a space." The "fit" (according to all the women) instructor said.
"Sorry I'm late guys!" Terese said as she burst in. I sent her a warm smile and she returned it. Surprisingly, she's been really nice. Maybe she's seeing someone. The divorce was finalised last year so I think she's alright with us.
"Better late than never!" Susan answered while getting a mat for her
"Alright we're going to start with the turtle" The instructor aka Michael said and he started to demonstrate as the women flaunted over him. Loads of women were hitting on him and complimenting him
"Michael is it? I don't suppose you want to join us ladies to have a drink at the waterhole!" Sheila spoke up confidently
"Yeah!" All the women agreed
"Ladies… I'm flattered but most of you are married and I just happen to be gay."
"Argh!" All the women groaned in unison and I sat there laughing
"Anyway, come on ladies, do the turtle!" We all copied his motions
Meanwhile
No-one's Pov
"Dad relax! Stop stressing!" Paige laughed
"Yeah your right." Brad answered
"Wow guys, we outdid ourselves!" Josh answered shocked. The back garden was decorated and the floor was covered in rose petals. There were photos of Brad and Lauren stuck up on the wall. There was an arch by the swimming pool which, was made to resemble like a lake, symbolising their first. Brad even went to the lengths of wearing what he wore for their first date… Well a bigger version.
"So it's not too small?" Dad questioned
"Dad it looks amazing! Stop stressing!" Josh chuckled and went to go stand by Paige
"That's what I told him, Mum's into sentimental things rather than grand gestures" Paige Reassured
"Yea I guess you're right. Do you want to see the ring?" Brad reached into his pocket and pulled out the small black box after Paige and Josh nodded
"Oh My God! It looks amazing! She's going to love it. You had it in incrusted with diamond!" Paige gushed over the ring
"Yeah and look what I had engraved!" They looked inside the ring and it read it's you and me, forever and always."
"Ahh Good on you Dad!" Josh patted his dad on the back
"Thanks. You guys have been supporting since Day 1!"
"We just want you to be happy"
"Yeah and if Lauren makes you happy then..." Brad pulled both of them in a sloppy hug which they laughed at when they pulled away. Brad got a text.
"Lauren's on her way. She thinks we're still out." Brad started to go pale
"Dad breathe, it's just you and Lauren."
"I don't know why I'm acting like this! It isn't like me!" Josh and Paige laughed. "Oh Lauren, what are you doing to me?" Brad mumbled
Lauren's Pov
"I think Brad and Paige are still out with Paige. Do you guys want to come in?"
"Yeah sure." All the ladies said
"No-one home?" Terese asked
"No. Not for a while at least"
"Shall we sit outside?" Susan suggested
"Alright" I stepped out to the patio and was confused
"Wow!" All the women said
"What going on?" On cue, Brad stepped out with Paige and Josh. Brad look nervous and Paige whispered something to him and he seemed better.
Brad's Pov
"No-one else matters right now. Just focus on her. She loves you." Paige whispered and I felt my heart beat return to its original speed.
"Lauren." I said and I pulled her away from everyone else. I spotted Terese from the corner of my eye and I looked at Paige and she mouthed "It's all about you and Lauren" I nodded and Lauren looked confused.
"Do you remember?" I pointed to the lake
"Our first date. January 16th." She laughed "You were wearing those exact clothes, Board shorts and that polo top.
"Yeah that day changed everything for me. We had our first kiss and I saw you in a different light." I got down on one knee "I realise something that day." I heard gasps and I tried to read the expression on her face. I saw love in her eyes and continued.
No-one's Pov
Terese's face turned sour. She looked at Paige and saw how happy she was. She felt a gush of rage.
"When we first moved back it was like the universe was trying to say something to us. We were meant to be. What a coincident that we moved to the same street in the town we met or that we found our daughter. That kiss in Adelaide changed everything for me even though it took me longer to realise it. When I found out we had a daughter together, I felt a bond with you and when we found her, it was amazing. The more time I spent with Paige, I saw so much of you in her and it made my feelings for you grow stronger. After Matt, I felt the urge to protect you and be there for fire opened my eyes, It made me realise something. Lauren I can't lose you again . Will you do me the honour of marrying me?"
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