Hi everybody! So, I just finished chapter 4, yay. My original fourth chapter didn't fit the changes I've made so I had to write an entirely new chapter. Goodie. Anyway, hope you enjoy it! (By the way, I will use the original fourth chapter later since it still fits the story line)
Disclaimer: I do not claim ownership of Peter, Hook, Neverland or any other of Mr. J. M. Barrie's wonderful creations. I do claim Miss Rena Darling, my lovely lost boys and any other characters I make up for this.
Chapter 4: Amazing
Waking up from that dream was not something I wanted to do. I wished for the boy in my dreams to be right, but people couldn't fly and everyone had to age. It couldn't be reality.
The sad thing was that I only really wanted Peter back. I really hadn't had much romance in my life and Peter was amazing. I wanted a real life version of him, not just the dreams. Every dream has to end and I'd always have to wake up.
Joanne noticed my sad expression when I came downstairs that morning, but I told her I was fine and went about my regular routine. It seemed to worry her when I went to bed early that night, but I suppose she had reason to worry. I was getting more caught up in my dreams than in reality.
I awoke suddenly that night to the sound of tapping on my window. I looked over and noticed that someone had closed it tight. It was supposed to be cold that night so maybe Joanne had shut it to keep the heat in.
I quickly hopped out of bed and ran over to the window, unlatching it and pushing it open. Peter flew into the room and sat down on the window ledge.
"Why was your window shut?"
"It's cold out; someone must have shut it while I was sleeping."
"No one is trying to keep me out or anything right?"
I shook my head. "No, I haven't told anyone about you."
"Alright."
He floated up and landed on his feet in front of me. He took my hand and pulled me over to my bed. He seemed so real when he actually walked places instead of flying.
"Rena, I need you to rest up tonight. I have something planned for tomorrow that will prove to you that this isn't a dream."
"You aren't going to stay?"
"I can stay a little while longer."
I climbed on my bed and patted the space between me and the wall. He floated up over me and sat down, leaning into the corner of the walls. I curled up next to him and placed my head on his chest.
"Goodnight Peter."
"I'll see you when you wake up."
I woke up the next morning to the sound of knocking on my door. I groaned and rolled over, opening my eyes. I found no sign of any flying boys in my room, which was no surprise. I was secretly wishing he would still be there when I woke up.
"Rena, wake up and get dressed." Joanne called from outside my door.
I stood up from my bed and went over to the door, opening it to see her standing in front of me naturally. "What's going on?"
"There is someone here to see you. Get dressed, they're waiting outside."
I closed the door and quickly got dressed in a skirt, striped leggings and a blue off the shoulders shirt. I had no idea who could possibly be at the door, but I didn't want to look like crap in case they were important.
I headed downstairs and walked to the front door. There were no windows in this door so I couldn't even see outside to get a glimpse of who was waiting on the other side.
I opened the door slowly and looked out upon my visitor. Standing on the doorstep, dressed in jeans and a button up shirt, was Peter.
My heart leapt. "Peter." I smiled.
He turned to look at me. "Hello Miss Darling."
I laughed. "You don't need to be so formal."
He smiled. "I want to make a good impression. May I come in?"
I smiled again and nodded. "Of course."
He stepped inside and I closed the door. We both walked into the kitchen, where Joanne was preparing breakfast for the other children.
"Umm, Joanne…" She looked over as I spoke. "This is my friend Peter."
"It's a pleasure to meet you." Peter smiled at her.
Joanne wiped her hands clean on a towel before extending it out to Peter, which he shook. "It's nice to meet you Peter."
"Since you are the closest thing Rena has to a parent I though I should ask you for permission to take her out."
"Out? Like on a date?"
Peter nodded. "Yes ma'am."
She smiled, but still looked quite surprised by him. "Well yes, of course, it's fine with me. If Rena is okay with it."
Peter smiled again. "Thank you." He turned to me and held out his hand. "Shall we?"
I laughed and took his hand. He entangled his fingers with mine and headed to the door. Once we were outside he stopped and looked over at me.
"So, umm… I actually don't know anything about this kind of thing." He rubbed the back of his head. "Should we go get something to eat?"
I laughed. "Yeah, let's go eat."
"Where do you like?"
I led him down the street to my favourite little shop and got us two chicken wraps and drinks. Peter paid, though I'm not sure where he got the money. We took our food and I led him to a small park where we sat on the grass. Peter picked up his food and looked at it.
"So what is this?"
"It's a wrap. It's like a thin bread type of thing wrapped around meat and veggies. It's really good." I told him before taking a bite of mine.
He eyed it for a moment before taking a bite. His eyes widened and he quickly chewed and swallowed. "That's amazing."
I laughed and shook my head. "You don't eat here often do you?"
He shook his head. "No, but after this I might start."
I laughed again and continued eating. After I finished eating I lay back in the grass and stared at the sky. Peter leaned over me and smiled.
"So, do you believe me now?"
"Maybe. A kiss could help me decide."
He shook his head. "First date, no kisses yet."
I pouted. "Fine."
He laughed before standing up and pulling me to my feet. We walked around for a bit, talking about things. Things we liked, things we didn't like, telling stories; the kind of things you do on a first date. It was great.
Soon we returned to the orphanage and he stopped at the front door. I stepped closer to him and hugged him tightly.
"Thank you Peter. I had a great time."
I moved away but he pulled me back, holding my chin in his hand and kissing me.
"I thought you said no kisses."
He smiled. "The date is over." He kissed me again. "I'll see you tomorrow night."
"You're not coming tonight?"
He laughed. "I can't come every night. We've spent the whole afternoon together; I think you can wait until tomorrow."
I smiled. "Alright, see you tomorrow." I leaned up and kissed him on the cheek. "Thanks again."
He smiled and bowed slightly before turning and walking off down the street. I shook my head, laughing inwardly and wondering where he was headed and how he would get back to Never-land. The sun was setting so I guess he could wait it out.
I went inside and leaned against the door after closing it. I brushed a piece of hair behind my ear, a smile still plastered on my face. Joanne walked into the hallway and looked at me.
"How was your date?"
I looked up at her. "I'm not dreaming right?"
She looked confused by my question. "No…"
I smiled again and my eyes shifting to the ground. "It was amazing."
Was this chapter cheesy? I don't know xD Perhaps I write cheesy romances. Hope you liked it, thanks for reading!
