2. I Love You (Always Forever)
Clouds of dust clear from my line of vision, and I smile a crooked smile. I knew this kid didn't have a chance.
"Winner: Gym Leader Ash!" I hear the referee call, and I walk to meet my opponent in the middle of the mess.
"It was a good go, maybe next time?" I reassure him, shaking hands. He sighs.
"Yeah, that's what you said last time…"
"No worries, you'll get it someday!"
He gathers his fainted Pokémon and leaves the gym, and I watch the cleaning crew get to work fixing the place up before the next match. I scan the area for the manager, and when she's not in sight, I take my opportunity to sneak out the back. I casually stroll out, still watching for anyone who might try and drag me back to work, and then make a run for it.
Playing hooky is always worth it.
I race towards the docks where I know she likes to hang out at this time of day, and I slow my pace a little; it's a half mile to get there, and I doubt she would like me covered in sweat.
It's not long before the water is in sight, and soon enough I see Misty sitting at the dock, fishing rod in hand. I have to stop for a moment and admire her; she's so beautiful, it always takes my breath away. She's like a dream.
She hasn't noticed me yet, so I walk carefully until I'm behind her.
"Hey…" Her head spins around in shock.
"Ash? What are you doing here right now, don't you have challengers?" She looks a little angry at me, but I can only smile.
"I snuck away to see you, I thought you'd like that," I tease, and offer her my hand. She takes it and I pull her close, watching her face melt from anger to desire. Before she has time to say anything more about my ditching, I run my fingers through her hair and pull her face to meet mine in an amazing kiss.
When we break for air, she pushes me onto the ground.
"You're a jerk, Ash," she says with a smile on her face. "There's probably a line of kids wanting to challenge you for a badge, and you aren't even there!"
"Let 'em line up, they can wait," I say as I pull her down on top of me. "I'd rather be right here with you forever than go back."
"I'd like to know what your definition of 'forever' is…" she says, brushing her lips against mine. What a tease.
"You know, forever. Always. Until Dialga says 'no more'." I try to lean up to kiss her, but she backs away playfully.
"If Dialga says time ends, then that's not forever. Forever is even after time ends. I don't think you mean it," she insists, but I don't really hear it. I'm lost in her eyes.
"You've got the most unbelievable blue eyes I've ever seen…" I whisper, and she blushes at the unexpected compliment. She smiles and rests her forehead against mine.
"You're gonna make me melt away…"
"I love you, Misty," I tell her, and she sighs contently.
"Say it again…"
"I love you, always and forever… By whatever definition you want." We smile at my joke, and get lost in each other's eyes for a moment. My heart starts beating a little faster…
I move my hand from her back and reach into my pocket, rummaging around a little. I've been waiting around with this thing in my pocket for some time, trying to think of the perfect moment. This might be my chance.
She gasps when my hand emerges, clasping her hands over her mouth. I know she's overjoyed at what I'm about to ask her, but I'm still so nervous I can barely speak.
"Misty, will you stay with me forever?" I manage, my voice cracking a bit. I don't think she notices, as she has started tearing up and nodding frantically.
We sit up facing each other, and I take her left hand and slide the ring on the appropriate finger. Immediately, she lunges forwards and wraps her arms around me. She pulls away slightly only to kiss me, and it makes my heart ache with happiness.
"I love you Ash, always and forever…" she whispers against my lips, and I kiss her again.
No one's going to take me away from this moment.
(A/N:) A short one, but fluffy! I don't think I care for it very much. :/
SONG: I Love You (Always Forever) by Donna Lewis. I have loved this song forever!
Expect art soon!