A/N: So I suck! I take extra long to update and then give you this short, crappy chapter :( But I'm putting this up, just to post something in between the last chapter and the wedding (that will be the next one) So hope you like it...

She woke up to the smell of food floating through the room. Rubbing her eyes she sat up and took in her surroundings. This place was familiar but it wasn't Chuck's suite at the Empire; she cringed inwardly just thinking about it. She got out of the bed and as soon as she stood up she realized where she was. 1812.

"Morning beautiful." She turned around and came face to face with Chuck. He gave her a small kiss and then picked up the phone, "I'm calling room service, any special orders?"

After an amazing brunch Chuck went into his room and came out with a fresh set of clothing for her. "I'm gonna call the limo," he said and went into a separate room. She got dressed and waited for him to return. After a few minutes she walked over to the room he was in. With her ear to the door she could hear him speaking in hushed tones. Oh, so they were keeping secrets from each other again? Fine, she thought, if he wants to keep secrets then I'm not gonna stop him. Grabbing her coat and her purse she went for the door.

"Blair." She froze and turned slowly around. "Were you planning on going somewhere," he said smirking but she could see the hint of panic in his eyes. "No, I was just... umm... waiting for you,"

she excused lamely and mentally kicked her self. She was an awful liar when it came to Chuck. "Well, let's go then," he said and opened up the door.

The limo was waiting downstairs and Blair was still wondering what that phone call had been about. Who was he calling and why was he being so secretive. A thought crossed her mind but she shot it down immediately. Of course he wasn't calling Jenny. Blair was still nervous when they stepped outside the doors of the Palace.

He opened up the door to the limo and when she got in there were flowers everywhere -pink peonies to be exact- and the sweet smell hit her nose. "You like it?" she heard him question behind her. She scooted over so he could get in and as soon as he did she gave him a hug. "Chuck, this is amazing," she said, picking up a bouquet.

"Good. You should really thank Arthur though, he was the one I called for the favour."

Of course, he had been talking to Arthur. She gave him a small kiss and cuddled up to him. "This is just the beginning," he said and she felt a flutter of excitement. She was a sucker for gifts and grand gestures.

They limo pulled over in front of Tiffany's and Blair rushed to the door. Chuck grinned as he trailed behind. Inside, the woman at the counter walked over to him and took his hand, "Mr. Bass. Nice to see you again. How did it go with the ring?" Blair looked up from her browsing and gave the lady a questioning look.

"Well..." he started but Blair cut him off, "It went great." She lifted her hand so the ring was clearly visible. "So you're the lucky lady," she woman questioned with a smile, "He stood here for hours before he decided what ring to get. She must mean a lot to you."

Chuck and Blair's eyes met and she felt her heart flutter when she saw the look of pure adoration in his eyes. "Yes she does, and that's kind of the point why I brought her here," Chuck said and

the lady gave Blair a big smile, "Follow me."

"Thank you," she whispered softly into his ear as she watched Arthur load the bags into the car. She hadn't planned on buying this much, but if her gaze lingered on one item longer then another Chuck would signal the woman and she would bag it. "You deserve it," he whispered back and pulled her closer to him. After going to practically every single one of Blair's favourite stores, the limo pulled over. Before Blair could question their destination Chuck grabbed her hand and led her outside. Instantly recognizing the familiar surroundings, she turned around.

Chuck was standing behind her, offering a bag of bread. Grabbing it from his hand, she walked over to the pond and started feeding the ducks. Chuck lingered behind, enjoying the smile that spread across her face.

When the bag was empty, Blair sat down on the closest bench. Sitting down next to her, he entwined his fingers with hers.

"Are you sure," Chuck asked after a few minutes of comfortable silence. She lifted her head from it's position on his shoulder and looked him in the eyes, "Sure about what Chuck?"

"About me, about this," he said, running his thumb over the ring. Blair gave him a small smile, "Of course. We're never going to be safe, but that's okay. It's who we are." She got up and pulled

him to his feet. He kissed her softly and she pulled back to look him in the eyes. "Besides," she added in a teasing tone, "Safety is highly overrated."

A/N: Please rate and review, but if you hated this chapter, please stay with me, the next one will be about the wedding and will be longer and (hopefully) a lot better! So sorry if this sucked :S

P.S. I know the ring he bought wasn't from Tiffany's but in my story it does :)