Aaron and I held hands as a cab took us to Heckscher Fields.

"Meghan and Jeremy seem to have really hit it off," I said, smiling at Aaron. "Thanks for setting them up."

He stroked his thumb across my knuckles. "Anything for you, babe."

He leaned over, and I swiveled to face him. Just as our lips met, the cab stopped.

Aaron slammed his head back against the seat, saying, "Are you kidding me?"

We exited the cab hand in hand just as Jeremy and Meghan's cab pulled up. The couple was laughing hysterically, causing my grin to spread even wider. I exchanged winks with Meghan as the boys led us to our seats. Jeremy murmured something in Meghan's ear before turning to me.

"See ya after the game, Anna Kate," he said, still staring into Meghan's eyes.

"See ya!" I replied. As Jeremy made his way to the locker room, Aaron smiled and placed a quick kiss on my cheek.

"Cheer for me?"

"I'll be the one screaming the loudest."

We kissed once more before he headed off to the locker room. Meghan and I looked at each other at the same time and let out excited squeals.

"Spill!" I shrieked.

"No you!" replied Meghan. "I told you everything you're going to know last night."

I sighed happily. "Okay, okay."

I told her about Aaron's and my date and pretty much everything else that had happened since and finished just as Aaron strode out to the mic in the middle of the field. As I hopped up and cheered, I saw him look at me and wink. Meghan elbowed me in the ribs, and I grinned at her. My eyes grew teary as he sang the National Anthem, staring at me from behind his sunglasses the whole time.

As he sang the last note everyone began to cheer, and the announcer screamed, "Let's play ball!"

Meghan and I screamed for 8 innings straight until the game became tied. Jeremy threw a fast pitch to the opposing team's batter. The ball whizzed across the field, and Aaron dove, barely catching it. The crowd began to cheer but slowly stopped, noticing that Aaron hadn't gotten up. The field grew silent, and I began to panic. I had to see if he was okay.

"Aaron!" I shrieked, elbowing my way down to the field.

A burly security guard blocked my clear path to Aaron. I was about to jump the fence when Jeremy jogged over and grabbed my arm.

"She's with me," he said.

I looked back and saw Meghan standing behind the guard as Jeremy guided me to where Aaron was lying on the field. She had a worried expression on her face and was watching me. We reached Aaron, and I dropped to my knees beside him. A tear slid down my face as I brushed a lock of hair off of his forehead.

"Aaron," I whispered.

He was breathing heavily and had his eyes squeezed shut. They flew open as he heard my voice. I breathed a sigh of relief and smiled through my tears.

"Hey," he choked out.

I laughed quietly. "You scared me."

He laughed back and reached up to wipe my tears. I took his hand and helped him stand up. The crowd screamed louder than ever as Aaron leaned on my shoulder and limped off the field. I saw Meghan's face flood with relief as she went back to our seats. I stood to the side as the game went on, and countless doctors made sure Aaron was alright. We made it to the ninth inning, still tied, and at the last second, Jeremy struck out the opposing team's batter. The crowd roared, and he threw his hands in the air, sprinting around the field and stopping where Meghan stood cheering. I smiled as Jeremy lifted her over the railing and onto the field, kissing her for everyone to see. I felt Aaron squeeze my hand and turned to look at him. Before I could even smile, he caught my lips in a kiss of our own. His lips were warm and salty with sweat. I jumped when I heard someone clearing their throat. A deep blush crept across my cheeks as I cringed and turned to see who had been spying on us. My eyes became saucers as I looked at the person before my.

I heard Aaron sigh, "Hey, Skylar."

I looked at him with raised eyebrows, willing him to introduce me. He sighed again and stood, pulling me up with him.

"Skylar, Anna Kate. Anna Kate, Skylar."

Skylar and I shook hands as I willed myself not to scream my head of and ask for his autograph.

"Very nice to meet you, Anna Kate."

"You too," I replied, giggling stupidly.

Aaron cleared his throat, and I realized a little too late that I had made him uncomfortable. Feeling terrible, I quickly told Skylar that Aaron and I had lunch plans but it had been very nice to meet him. As Aaron led my off the field, he was unusually quiet. After a while, I bumped him with my hip. He looked over at me and smiled half-heartedly.

"What is up with you?" I asked, knowing exactly what was up.

"Nothing," he insisted.

I let out an exasperated sigh, stopping in the middle of the field and yanking him to halt.

"Aaron, I don't like Skylar," I stated simply. "At all." I

stood looking up at him for a few seconds, waiting for the huge, babyish smile I had come to love. Sure enough, Aaron's face broke into a grin.

"I know, I know," He said. "But I must warn you, I'm a very jealous man. Plus, Skylar is totally the hit 'em and quit 'em type."

"Oh, really?" I said laughing.

"Really," he said with a mock serious face.

"Come on," I said, shaking my head and pulling his hand.

We reached the sidewalk, and Aaron hailed us a cab. He held the door for me, as usual, and I slid into the seat smiling as he did the same. Aaron gave the cab driver the address to our apartment complex.

"Excuse me, sir. I am counting on a lunch date," I said in a teasing voice although I really was disappointed. "

I know." He smiled mischievously and kissed me on the cheek.

I raised my eyebrows at him.

"I bet you didn't know this, but I hate surprises." I smiled.

"You better be joking or you're totally throwing a wrench in my plan."

"I'm joking, but can't you just tell me what you've got planned."

"Mmmm...no."

"A hint?"

"It's this big romantic gesture. You're gonna think I'm so cute."

"I always think you're so cute," I giggled. "But what about Meghan and Jeremy?"

I was suddenly aware that I may have just completely ignored the 'sisters before misters' rule. Oops.

"Don't worry. Jeremy has his own romantic gesture planned."

"How do you two fit so much adorable into one little apartment?" I giggled.

The cab driver looked back at us, an annoyed look on his face. "H

ere you go." Aaron smiled and paid him, getting out before me so that he could hold the door. Apparently chivalry hasn't died.

"Why thank you, kind sir," I giggled.

As I stepped out of the cab, he pulled me close, resting his a hands on my hips and looking down at me.

"You know, I love your accent," he said.

I blushed, embarrassed once again by the deep southern drawl I had brought with me from home. I looked at my shoes. "

Seriously," he said. "It makes you cuter if that's even possible."

I looked back up at him, admiring how the corners of his eyes crinkled up when he smiled. I traced the adorable lines around his grin, adoring the way he leaned into my touch. Aaron captured my hand and kissed it, leading me into our apartment complex.

"So what do you got up your sleeve, Tveit?" I asked in my best Bronx accent.

"You'll see," he replied in a singsong voice, planting a quick kiss on my cheek before pressing the elevator button. T

he elevator dinged soon enough, and we stepped back to let a young girl step out before we got in.

"Oh my God!" she exclaimed. "You're Aaron Tveit!"

"Yeah…" Aaron looked extremely uncomfortable.

I squeezed his hand, gesturing toward the girl.

"Nice to meet you." His voice was still strained.

"You too!" enthused the girl. "So is it true you've been cast in Les Mis?"

The girl was practically drooling and I felt like smacking her.

"Uumm..." Aaron rubbed the back of his neck. "I can't talk about that at this time."

He was blushing and looking at me like a scared puppy. The girl either didn't sense his discomfort or was completely ignoring it.

"Well it was nice meeting you, but we have plans," I said quickly, pulling Aaron into the elevator.

"Does he live here?" the girl called to me as the elevator doors slid together lazily.

"No I do!" I said to the girl, completely exasperated.

The elevator began its upward climb and Aaron looked at me, blushing. "

That was thoroughly awkward," he said, rubbing the back of his kneck.

I smiled, but Aaron saw right through me.

"Anna Kate," he said. I looked at my shoes. "Come on, what're you thinking?"

He lifted my chin and stared into my eyes. "

What was she talking about?" I asked.

I didn't know why I was upset that some fan girl knew more about my boyfriend than I did. We'd only known each other for a couple of days. Aaron sighed and pulled me into a hug as the elevator doors slid open. He kissed the top of my head and pulled back to look at me.

"How about we break for showers then meet in my apartment? I'm pretty gross from the game."

I smiled at him. "Kay."

"I'll explain everything then."

We released each other and I headed into the apartment to shower and change. As I washed my long blond hair I took deep breaths, calming myself down.

'You're being stupid' I told myself. 'It's not like he was going to tell you all his deepest secrets after one date'

I stepped out of the shower, wrapped my wet locks in a towel, slipped on my pink terrycloth robe, and headed to pick out my outfit.

'I wish Meghan were here'

I rifled through my closet until my eye was caught by my favorite white sundress. I admired the key hole back and tiers of eyelet ruffles on the back of the skirt before laying the garment across my bed.

I headed back to the bathroom to blow dry my hair and swipe on some makeup before slipping on my dress and favorite strappy mint wedges. I swiped on some EOS lip balm before grabbing my keys and heading out the door. Aaron had left the door unlocked, so I let myself in, tapping softly on the door as it creaked open.

"Aaron I'm…" My words tapered off as I walked into the living room. T

here were candles everywhere. A red plaid blanket was spread out on the floor with two glasses and a bottle of wine waiting on it. Soft music streamed from a hidden stereo. I heard footsteps and whirled around to see Aaron leaning against the doorway smiling at me. He looked irresistible in his khakis and sky blue button down with the top three buttons left open. I ran to him with happy tears in my eyes and smiled when he caught me and lifted me off the ground.

"You're the absolute best," I whispered, kissing his cheek.

He set me down and smiled.

"Only the best for you." I

loved how cheesy and cliché he was without even trying.

We swayed around the room, my arms draped on his strong shoulders and his around my waist.

"So what's all this for?" I asked.

He chuckled. "This is how I was going to break the Les Mis news to you, but our new friend seems to have thrown a wrench in that plan."

"Well I still have no idea what either of you are talking about, so tell me," I said gently.

Aaron took my hand and led me to the couch, plopping down and pulling me into his lap. I giggled and snaked my arms around his neck, legs crossed.

"Ok so when I first got cast for Catch Me If You Can, I auditioned for this new movie version of Les Mis, and last night, the producers called and offered me the part of Enjolras."

"Aaron, that's great! Why didn't you just tell me last night?"

"Well, it was pretty late, and I wanted it to be special because…" he hesitated, tucking a few stray locks of hair behind my ear. "I'm going to have to leave New York for a few months."

I tried to conceal my dismay, but my face fell.

"Oh," I couldn't think of anything else to say.

"But," Aaron continued quickly. "I don't want this to ruin what we have. I'm prepared to turn down the role if you want me to stay."

My jaw dropped. I couldn't believe he was willing to give up a major movie role for some girl he'd just met.

"Aaron, you can't do that! This is a huge opportunity for you!"

He looked down then into my eyes. "

I'd rather have you than any movie role."

I could feel tears welling up in my eyes. I was such a cry baby.

"We just met."

"I know," he said. "I know. But I have never had such strong feelings for anyone but you, and I want to have a family someday." I

smiled at him. "That doesn't mean you have to give up on your career. You have to do this," I said."Go become a movie star. I'll be here when you get back."

He smiled and pressed his forehead to mine. I closed my eyes and sighed. This was pure bliss.