AN: Hey, loves :)
How's it going? I hope everybody's enjoying summer and having an awesome time! I'm still in uni, taking my finals next week/the week after that. But then I'm off for ~3 months of sun, friends, vacation and fun stuff! I can't wait :)
Originally, I was going to post another glimpse today, but that one turned out quite differently from what I planned. It's super ambiguous and basically just one huge innuendo. That will be the next glimpse, but it still needs some work/editing.
This one here was easy to write and lots of fun, so I'm posting it first :)
Warning: A bit of cursing, but that happens more or less fluently in my stories. I just can't imagine people not cursing. I'm weird like that.
Without further ado, here's your weekly fill of 'Glimpses of a Good Thing'. Enjoy :)
Third Glimpse: Up and Down
"Chad?"
"M'lady?"
"Why did I let you talk me into this again?"
The only response she got was a cheeky grin, sparkly eyes and a soft squeeze of the hand. She wanted to slap herself for smiling back at him. He was too charming and irresistible for his own good. Sonny played with his fingers, absentmindedly drawing invisible patterns, giving him the best kind of goosebumps.
The girl tilted her head slightly, gazing at her boyfriend's face. Nevermind that, he was also way too handsome for his own good. She was about to lean up and reward him with a kiss, when a swift jerking movement made her shriek and let go of his hand, only to reach flailingly for the railings surrounding her. Chad tried unsuccessfully to suppress his chuckling, earning himself a pointed glare.
"There is nothing even remotely funny about this, Cooper."
"Really, Sonny, really? Because things are looking pretty funny from where I'm sitting."
"I hate you."
"Love you, too, scaredy cat."
She would've smacked the smirk off his face, if only her hands weren't grabbing onto the safety bar so desperately. The jerking stopped and the roller coaster car moved forward flawlessly, slowly but surely gaining speed. She felt cold sweat collecting on her forehead, a lump forming in her throat. Her whole body was shaking like a leaf. Suddenly, she was pushed back against her seat, the safety bar digging into her stomach painfully. Her eyes closed on reflex, her grip tightened.
"Babe, relax, will you? We're going super slow, the fun part hasn't even begun yet!"
Chad's wide, blue eyes stared at her innocently, but he couldn't fool her (sadly. he loved teasing her). She could see the specks of mischief dancing in his sparkly, cerulean orbs. Curse him.
"Gosh, I can't believe I'm doing this. This is all your fault!"
"Hm."
"I'm going to kill you. I'm going to damn well kill you!"
"Uh-huh."
"If this monster roller coaster thingy doesn't kill us first, that is."
"Whatever you say, m'lady."
"Oh crap, we're going to die! We're so dying!"
Chad shook his head, utterly amused at his girlfriend's antics. He may seem like a sadist, but he really enjoyed seeing her freak out, squirm and be nervous around him for once. Lately, freaking out had kind of been his task (don't mention the throwing up thing, do not mention the throwing up thing.) And although he was OK with being a fool for Sonny, CDC will always be adamant about being all man. Not half man, half barf.
The cart was slowing down again, as they neared the peak. Chad glanced at his girl, making sure she wasn't hyperventilating yet. A soft wind was blowing through her hair, the sun made it hard for her to keep her eyes open. The light hit her shiny, pretty hair perfectly, her teeth kept nibbling her tempting, full lower lip. A dead sure sign of anxiety. A lazy smirk tugged at Chad's lips, as he crossed his arms behind his head.
"How are you holding up, Son-nay?"
"Don't talk to me."
Chad chuckled. This was priceless.
"Someone's a bit scared, huh?"
"I told you not to talk to me."
"Well, you know me, Sonny. You told me not to talk to you, thus I have to talk to you."
"Just shut up, oh my gosh. Frick frick frickityfrick."
He was full on laughing by now.
"Oh, this is more entertaining than the season two finale of Mackenzie Falls."
"That's no surprise. It had the exact same plot as the first season finale."
He rewarded her with a glare.
"Funny. Oh look at this, we're about to drop, wooo!"
And Chad wasn't lying. The carriage had come to a dramatic halt right on top of the roller coaster. Sonny swallowed, yet the lump in her throat remained. She felt her heart hammering desperately against her chest, her sweaty palms couldn't grab onto the railing anymore and her small feet pressed against the cart's floor, seeking security.
"Adieu, world. It was a pleasure to meet you. Signing off, Sonny Monroe."
"And you say that I'm the drama snob."
He rolled his eyes, but reached for one of her hands anyways, intertwining their fingers immediately. Sonny didn't respond, but held onto Chad like he was her lifeline (he was.). The cart gave another jerk, about to start moving again.
The boy smiled at his girlfriend encouragingly and closed his eyes, waiting for the roller coaster car to race downwards, waiting for the thrill, waiting for his girlfriend's shrieks and screams (he'd remember to bring earplugs next time).
Her anxiety would totally restore his manliness, plus he'd get to cuddle and comfort her afterwards. Can you say win-win situation?
"Sonny! Put your hands up in the air, that way it'll be even more fun! WOOOO!"
"Just shut up, Cha-AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH!"
Sonny's shrill screams filled the afternoon L.A. air as the carriage rushed downwards. The wind made her eyes tear up, so she closed them, let the noise and cool surround her. She felt her body being shaken from one side to the other, felt the roller coaster move at what felt like the speed of light. Needless to say, the ride was over in next to no time.
Feeling his heart leap with adrenaline and excitement, Chad rearranged his hair (reflex.) and took a deep, shuddering breath, before looking over at his girl.
Her eyes almost bulged out of her head, her hands might as well have been glued to the railing at this point, a rosy blush covered her face and her hair stuck in all directions. She looked wild.
Chad smirked at her and pushed the safety bar away from their bodies as the roller coaster came to a halt. He was about to stand up and take her into his arms (great heroic, manly gesture, remember?), as Sonny tugged him back into the seat vehemently, hands trembling, eyes wide. His eyebrows rose, concern etched into his face. Maybe this had been a silly idea. Maybe he should've gone for a scary horror movie, instead of a roller coaster ride. Was it just him or did she look a bit green about the gills? Was she going to throw up? His eyes widened. Anything but that. At this point, Chad was sure he suffered from a throw-up-trauma.
"Sonny? Are you alright, baby?"
He reached towards her, ready to embrace her and calm her down. He'd even let her throw up all over him. Anything to make her better, anything to make sure she was–
"That was SO awesome, Chad! Again, again!"
AN: Yeah, so much for Chad's big, heroic gesture :D Don't despair, Chaddy, maybe next time.
Alright, lovelies. Your time to tell me what you want. What do you want to read in the next glimpses? Who do you want to be in a glimpse? The SR cast? Sonny's mum? Chad's baby elephant that has secretly been living in the CDC bathroom for over a year? Suggestions, people! Reviews are very much appreciated, every single one!
Love,
Mona
