Introduction

I remember the first day I met Bailey. She was the most beautiful woman I'd ever set my eyes upon. Her voice was soft, like a humming birds tune on a mid-summer day. Her eyes shone as bright as the stars, and still do. These last few years have been a struggle, but I wasn't going to give up on my beloved. I finally got her back, although I've always had her. I blame myself for the tragedy that struck our relationship. I could've have lost the best thing that happened to me. After thinking about it, I did lose her.

Chapter 1

The Beautiful Stranger (recap)

I was studying late one evening. Blue Book finals were just around the corner and I needed to refresh my brain. I was sitting alone in my English Professor's room, writing an essay that was due the next week. Professor Charles and I were solid, I'd say. He'd lend me the spare keys to the room so I could study peacefully, alone. I didn't like working with others much. I wanted my work done on my own time, not anyone else's. I sat tapping my pencil against the wooden desk, wondering where to begin. I suddenly felt this weird sensation devour the room. Was someone else in here with me?

"Um, excuse me sir." I heard the sweetest voice. It rang through my ears like a lullaby. I stood, turning inevitably. There she was. The most gorgeous woman I'd ever seen. "Would you happen to know if Professor Charles is available?" she asked.

"No, I'm afraid not at this moment. He left about an hour ago. I could take a message for him, if you'd like." I offered, grabbing my sticky notes.

"Oh, well thanks you, but that's fine. I just like introducing myself to my new teachers and professors. I feel like it's the polite thing to do. One more thing, if you don't mind." She added abruptly. I nodded. "Would you tell me how to get to the library by chance?"

"Yes, I can just take you there. I was just leaving myself." I picked my coat off the chair behind me and stuffed my belongings into my bag.

"Are you sure? I don't want to cause trouble." She giggled the cutest, yet annoying laugh. To others they would have been irritated by it, but it was infectious and adorable. I smiled politely. I had no intensions of leaving as early as I did that evening. I felt the urge to give this incredible woman what she wanted.

On our way to the library, we spent majority of the time in an awkward silence. I decided to ease the tension by asking a question. "So, you're new here I take it. You have Professor Charles also?" I concluded by her entrance earlier. Of course she had him, she clarified that earlier.

"Yes, to both. I moved here to get away from some "family drama" per say. I just need "me" time; the time to discover who I am and who I want to be. I'm here studying to be a pediatrician, but I'm taking Charles' class because I'd also love to major in writing." I was lost in her words. She seemed so wonderful, by what little I knew. I was happy she escaped her "drama."

"I see. That's cool you want to be a pediatrician. I have Charles' class too, but only because it's required. What days are you scheduled for your classes?" I was praying she had them at least one day as I.

"Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday." She batted her eyes at me. I am a sucker for brown eyes. Hers are beyond gorgeous.

"Really, I have my classes Monday, Tuesday, and Friday." I replied happily. She smiled at me. Her smile was breathtaking. We finally reached the library. I didn't want to depart from her, not just yet anyways.

"Thanks so much for bringing me here. I appreciate it. I'll see you Monday." She held out her and I placed mine perfectly in hers. She began to walk away.

"Hey, wait miss. I didn't catch your name, sweetie." I pointed out. She giggled.

"It's Bailey. Bailey Pickett. So, does that mean I can catch yours?" she said in the sweetest voice.

"Of course, it's Cody. Cody Martin." I replied earnestly. My heart melted inside my chest. I knew I was beginning to blush, so I quickly spun around the opposite way. Walking home to my apartment I couldn't shake Bailey off my mind. All I could think about was her beautiful face, her beautiful…everything.