Hi!

I am here with a new story and a complete different plot. I had this idea going in my mind for awhile and thought I have to publish this story. You know I came up with four more storylines! And each of them are really very interesting, at least, that's what I think... Anyways, this story is again a pearlshipping story.

I was gonna keep the title as 'Complications In Love' but I felt it was not that good then I suddenly got this title in my mind. I even asked Anica123 about it and she said it was perfect.

I am gonna update The Double, The Trouble, really soon as it is done and being in the process of beta-reading.

One more thing, please read the author's note at the bottom as it has some information for applying OC's and details about it.

And, guess what? I completed this chapter in one whole day, in just 12 hours remove the meal time, play time, study time and talking time, it gives just 3 hours and I completed this 2, 120 words chapter! But I had to hear mom's lecture as to why I shouldn't use the mobile much, and I also feel that I should reduce using my phone as I already have glasses, I don't want more bigger specs. My class boys already tease me calling 'nerd', which always earns them a little scoldings by me and as a pay back I always pull pranks on them and they take their revenge by again pulling a prank on me. That goes on.

I am probably keeping you guys from reading, so, you may read, but before that;

Summary: Ash finally proposes Dawn for marriage but she couldn't accept the proposal. As Johanna, her mother, is strictly against Love marriages and doesn't likes any of her child to disobey it. But Ash is ready to bend over backwards to get married to Dawn even he has to do it the hard way. He has plan under his sleeves which can impress Johanna and make Dawn his forever.

Now, you may read! ; p

Chapter-1

A Proposal Rejected

Where is she?" A raven-haired boy muttered to himself, checking the time on his watch. He was waiting for a certain someone outside a gate which led to a beautiful garden. He had even offered her that he would pick her up but she refused.

"Hey, Ash! I am so sorry for coming late!" A blunette rushed towards his side and apologized. She wore a white sundress with a thin brown belt wrapprd around her waist, white heeled sandals and there was a white colored clutch with shine on it. Her hair was let loose but her bangs neatly framed her face. "Mom wouldn't let me go."

He chuckled and said, "Dawn, you know in every couple's case boys are always late but here the girl is always late." She lightly punched his arm and wrapped her arm around his. She looked up, the entrance gate was beautifully decorated with lillies and jasmines and saw 'Imperial Lovers' Garden' written neatly on the board. "Let's go in."

As they entered, they could smell different types of flowers, which were planted in the garden. There was a small lake which was very clean and had Lotus flowers grown on it. The ground was planted with many flowers, some part was grown with hibiscus, some with roses, some with tullips, some with chrysanthemum and many more. There were infinite types of flowers planted in this garden. They could see many birds chirping and butterflies roaming. It was an awe-stricken scenery. Also, there was a open hotel, where the couple's can sit and have their meals. This beautiful garden had a music system, too. This was especially made for lovers.

"You remembered?" Dawn asked her boyfriend as she glanced upwards to meet his eye. "I thought you'd forget. As you know, last year I had to remind you. "

"How could I not remember it? Today, was or...is a very special day." He stared back deeply in her eyes. "Today was the the day I proposed you to be my girlfriend right in this garden."

"Yeah, that was a day to remember." She smiled at the memory, which caused Ash to return the smile. "Today again will be a day to remember." He thought.

She looked down to get notice of his outfit. He was in a white colored, half-sleeved T-shirt with black stripes on it, black jeans and white sneakers. And his was even messier than before, which made him look even more cooler. "I must say, someone looks a little too handsome, huh?" She praised him, pointing at his hair.

"Well, I have to increase my handsomeness because my beautiful girlfriend increases her beauty day by day." He said, slyly.

"You're such a flirt!" She remarked.

"I have the world's prettiest girlfriend and if I don't flirt with her then it will of no use." He started playing with the strands of her hair.

"Hey, let's go and sit on the benches near the lake." She grabbed his arm - causing him to leave her hair - and sat on the bench.

It was almost dusk, Ash and Dawn were still roaming around. Then, Ash's stomach growled, which caused the blunette to giggle and himself to give a sheepish grin. "Time for lunch, huh?" She teased him and he nodded. They made their way to the open restaurant and sat on one of the chair which was not occupied.

"So, what do you wanna order?" Ash asked her, looking at the menu.

"Macaroni and Cheese!" Both of them said simultaneously. "Waiter!" Ash called. The waiter had brown hair which was combed. He was wearing his uniform, which consisted of a white shirt woth a black bow on his collor, black pants and black shoes. "Yes, sir. What would you like to have?"

"Two plates of Macaroni and Cheese." The jet black haired man ordered. The waiter took the orders and went away.

"Ash, are we gonna repeat everything that happened two years ago?" She interrogated with a smile on her face.

"Not exactly because there will be a slight change." He answered - fingers under his chin - with a cheeky grin. "A slight change but a very different one." She gave him a confused look but let it slide. Their meals arrived and they started eating it.

"Very delicious!" Ash and Dawn exclaimed in unison. After finishing their lunch Ash paid the bill. Just then a slow romantic music was started, Ash quickly got up - bowed in front of Dawn - and held out his hand. "Would you mind if I have this dance?"

"Of course not!" She giggled and placed her hand in his. He pulled her up from her seat and placed his right palm on her waist. She kept her left hand on his right shoulder and her other palm was interwined with his. They both started dancing, moving in a perfect sync. As many other couples were also dancing Ash took his girlfriend to the place where music could be heard but no one could be seen. Then, there were only two of them dancing with flowers around them. Ash ended the dance by spinning her round, catching her one finger with his right arm and letting her her fall on hos left arm. They stared into each other's eyes which radiated love and only love. Ash bent his head a little down and Dawn lifted her head up which led to the most passionate and cherished kiss. It continued to be more deeper and deeper, but it didn't last for long as they both fell down by the pressure Ash was exerting.

"I am so sorry!" Ash quickly got up and offered his hand to Dawn, which she gladly accepted and stood on her feet.

"No prob!" She brushed herself.

"You wanna see what again will be very special about today?" He asked her with a hesitant but teasing voice.

"Yes! I wanna know!" She said with utter excitement. Her eyes were shining with eagerness and curiousity. She was slightly confused when Ash kneeled in front of her and held out a small box.

"Ever since the day I met you, I have always loved you from the bottom of my heart. You are the most precious and valuable diamond for me. I can never picture a world without you. You are the one and only girl for me, no one can replace you. Can I have the honours of you being my wife?Dawn Berlitz, will you marry me?" He questioned with hope in his voice and opened the box to reveal a beautiful heart-shaped sapphire embedded ring. Dawn just stared at him in utter shock and disbelief with her mouth agape. (1)

She processed what Ash said and happily said, "Yes, Ash, I will..." She was interrupted with a realization. "No, Ash, I am so sorry. I..I can't marry you." She said him, apologetically. Ash's heart broke. His dream girl has just rejected to marry him. Slowly, he gathered all his courage and stood up.

"But why, Dawn? You loved me, right?" Ash asked with disappointed.

"Yeah, Ash, I love you with all my heart but it's just that..." She kept her palm on his cheeks and looked down.

"Then, why? Am I not good for you?" His voice was a bit shaky.

"No, Ash, you are good for me, in fact, perfect for me. But..." She trailed.

"But, what, Dawn? Maybe there's something I can do for you?"

"My mother is strictly against love marriages. She doesn't like people who are in love marriage. And she wants none of us, as in me and my brothers to get love married. I can't disobey her." She explained him the reason. He breathed a sigh of relief, so this was reason why she couldn't marry him.

"What about your father maybe he can convince you mom to allow us to get married?" He asked her. By that time, sky was covered with darkness and the stars were shining brightly.

"My father? You know, in every house there will be 'father's rule'. But in my house, there is 'mother's rule' Dad has no say in any decision, whichever the decision is taken, it is under my mother's statement. Everything in her house happens according to her decision. We can't say no to her decisions."

"Drew? He got married last month, right? Was he in an arranged marriage or love marriage as he seems to love her a lot?" He inquired with an eyebrow raised.

"He was in an arranged marriage, too. He was just lucky as he fell in love with her at first sight. The moment he saw her on the day when we all went to see her for marriage proposal, he fell in love with her. It was his luck that May was selected as his bride, otherwise he would get an ugly wife." She stuck out her tongue. "But how did you know? I mean, they live in Sandgem Town, not here in Twinleaf Town." She asked him.

"Actually, I saw them once in Twinleaf shopping mall, holding hands and roaming. Also, I saw them kissing each other and being all lovey dovey." He waved it off as if it was nothing. "If I am not wrong your mother herself was in a love marriage, right?"

"Yeah, but how did you know?" She was confused on how he knew that.

"You told me once. Geez, your memory!"

"My mom was love married. But, her mother, that is my grandmother, she liked my father a lot, so, granny agreed for their marriage without any hesitation. The reason for the change of her mind regarding love marriages was put in her mind by my cousin aunt. She told her that one of her neighbours used to love each other a lot but after their marriage, they started fighting, arguing and many more. Then, they got divorced and now they were leaving separately. She was the one who diverted mom's opinion on this. She told that, never get your children in a love marriage, it will only cause pain and sufferings. Then,-" She was interrupted by Ash.

He crossed his arms."Your mother should have told her about her life. She was also in a love marriage but now her life is going perfectly well."

"I was getting at that before you interrupted." She said with slight frustration.

"Oh, sorry! Please continue," He ran his hand through his messy hair and let out a sheepish grin.

"Thank you," She said, sarcastically. "Mom tried reasoning aunt by comparing her own life, but my aunt said that because before boys were very descent but now the boys just want to use girls for their own good. That is why she had to be careful and then she left. Those words were taken very serious by mom and the rest is history."

"So, you haven't told her anything about us?" He asked implying themselves. "Nope," She replied.

"If she knows nothing about you and me, then how come you are here? I mean, doesn't she get suspicious to where you go daily?" She shook her head and he stared at her in disbelief. "What excuse do you make that your mom doesn't get doubtful?"

"I tell her that I have to visit Leaf or I am going in the park for some fresh air or going for a walk or going for shopping with Leaf or I have some extra work in the office and many more but these are the most common ones." She let out a sheepish chuckle.

"Wow! You are very good at telling lies just like me." He appreciated her and patted her shoulders. "You're just as good me." He poked her cheek.

"Now, what are we gonna do? I think it's best if we break up and go separate paths. If we can't get married, then there's no use of us dating anymore." She dejectedly stated, being a little too overdramatic.

"Chillax, sweetie! When you have a very clever, smart and intelligent boyfriend, then you don't have to worry. Sit back and relax, let the professional handle the situation." He placed his hands on both of her shoulders and smirked evilly.

"What are you thinking, Ash?" She kept her right palm on his right cheek.

"I have a plan which can convince your mom to get us married."

Finished!

I am sure that there are many mistakes. But I wanted to try this chapter without any help from beta-readers. Please, point out my mistakes if there are any.

Yes, Drew is Dawn's one year older big brother who is married to May. I am planning to make an OC her younger brother and hee father. So, I was thinking can you guys help me out with the OC's, as I am not really good at it. Pretty please? You can send me that through PM or reviews.

(1) Very cheesy, right? Actually, I have no idea on how to wrote this stuff and what the men say while proposing. That's the reason, I just wrote some crap in there. So, please, no comments.

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