Hello! Okay, first of all I am terribly sorry that I haven't updated! I feel awful…but I am now so I hope you enjoy!
This chapter is dedicated to my lovely friend The Cliffhanger Girl, I hope you are getting better every day and I am so sorry! This whole chapter is all for you because I am giving you what you asked for! 3
Eli's POV
I banged on the bathroom door multiple times screaming her name but it was no use. She wouldn't budge nor answer to anything. So I did what I knew I should have in the first place. I went to my desk and retrieved the key from the top drawer. I walked back over to my bathroom door and unlocked the door. I opened it and what I saw in front of me ripped my heart into two pieces. Clare was lying in the bathtub, sobbing her little heart out. She was crying so hard and loud that she didn't even hear me enter.
"Clare." I said gently when I sat on the edge of the tub. She turned to face me and that is when I got a good look of what I had done to her."Oh, Clare, let me explain." I begged.
"No, go-o aw-way." She mumbled loudly in between her cries. Even though she said go away and her eyes said I hate you all she really wanted was for me to crawl in there and hold her. So I did just that. She kicked and struggled a little but once I got her into my lap she completely broke down. I rubbed her back as her face was soaking the front of my t-shirt. All I could do was hold her and stay silent until she was ready to talk. Maybe an hour and half later she had quieted down.
"Clare?" I gently asked while trying to get her to look in my eyes. She shook her head and sat up about to get out of the bathtub. I grabbed her before she could though.
"You have to read the whole e-mail." That was all I said before getting up and walking out. I wanted it to be her decision, not saying that if she refused I wouldn't force her to read the whole e-mail but right now it is all up to her. I got my laptop and sat on my bed waiting and waiting for her but she never came so I finally decided to give up for now and I got into bed and eventually just fell asleep.
I don't know how long I was out, all I knew was it was dark outside and I felt someone's hands in my hair. I opened my eyes and was staring directly into Clare's gorgeous baby blue eyes. She smiled down at me…I grew confused but then figured that she read the whole e-mail. I leaned up and kissed her and to my surprise she pulled away. She went to the foot of the bed and sat down on her knees facing me. I sat up with a confused look and then noticed that she was hiding something behind her back. I titled my head to the side and questioned her with my eyes. When she reached around I saw that it was a piece of paper. I was about to ask what it was when she said,
"Clare Edwards, the most amazing human being any person could ever talk to. I am so glad that I received the chance to not only be her friend but to also be able to experience falling in love with her." Clare gave me a look after she read that. I was sure my face was burning from embarrassment. "That was my favorite part!" She said. I covered my face with my hands but they were immediately pulled down.
"So, what did you think?" I asked her a little scared to know the answer.
Clare's POV
I had finally left the bathroom and I saw Eli lying on the bed sleeping. I smiled at how cute he looked but that smile turned into a frown once I remembered everything. I sighed loudly and looked out the window. I then realized that we were supposed to have dinner with his parents. I'll just have to call them.
"Hello?" I heard Mrs. Goldsworthy answer.
"Hi, this is Clare." I responded trying to sound as happy as possible.
"Oh, hi, when are you two coming over?" I instantly felt bad.
"Actually, Eli, just all of a sudden felt sick so he just fell asleep so I don't think we will be able to make it tonight." With every lie that came out I felt guiltier and guiltier. And I was feeling the exact thing I should be.
"Oh, well that's too bad! I hope he is alright!" She said in a concerned tone.
"I'll take good care of him." Another lie.
"Thank you! I'll see you two tomorrow." With that we hung up. I looked back to where Eli was and saw that he was still sleeping but what I also saw was my laptop opened to the e-mail. Who would it really hurt if I read the whole e-mail? So I walked to my bed and sat on it gently picking up my laptop and putting it on my lap. I sat against the headboard and took one more look at Eli before reading the entire thing from the beginning.
Dear Ms. Dawes,
I am sending this because you told me to. :)
Clare Edwards, the worst girl you could ever meet, I can't believe that I have to be "married" to her. It is hell. I hate it and there is no way on this earth that I could ever love her. Even if it is for pretend. She annoys me and makes me want to lose my mind. Living with her is a disaster and I hate every second of it. Basically, I hate her and I wish that I had never met her in my life.
Okay, Ms. Dawes….I know that was harsh but that was my first draft but then I took your advice and actually tried and I re-wrote the beginning. I like it a lot better and I think you will too!
Clare Edwards, my "wife" and really my life. She is the most incredible thing that has ever happened to me and I hope to never screw it up. We have had and will have our ups and downs and at first living together was a nightmare. But even not including when it got better I couldn't think of a better person I would ever want to spend it with. Clare Edwards, the most amazing human being any person could ever talk to. I am so glad that I received the chance to not only be her friend but to also be able to experience falling in love with her. Let me tell you, it has been the best time of my life.
That is where I am so far, Ms. Dawes. I don't even know if I'll include this in my paper or not that is just how I feel right now. Clare, is my world and you were right, we are perfect for each other.
I couldn't stop all of the tears that kept escaping my eyes. I looked from the computer to Eli countless times. I shouldn't have ever doubted him. I looked back to the laptop and pushed the little button that said "Print". This was something I was going to keep forever. After it was done printing and I put my laptop back on my desk and sat next to Eli looking down at him, playing with his hair. He started to stir and I knew I was waking him up from his slumber but that didn't stop me. I then saw his gorgeous green eyes flutter open and I smiled at him. I think he knew immediately that I had read the e-mail. He tried to kiss me but I didn't allow any of that. I moved away and sat in between his legs.
"Clare Edwards, the most amazing human being any person could ever talk to. I am so glad that I received the chance to not only be her friend but to also be able to experience falling in love with her." I teased him. Even though he didn't want me to I saw him turn bright red. Awe, how sweet! "That was my favorite part!" I added. He covered his very red face with his hands but I pushed them down then he asked,
"So, what did you think?" His face looked terrified so to calm him down I placed a gentle kiss on his lips.
"The first one made me want to die but the second one made up for it and more. So, it was good." I explained.
"Just good? Not even really good?" He questioned in a teasing manner.
"Well, considering the first one." I said knowing I didn't even need to finish the sentence. He sighed deeply as he scooted back to where he was sitting up against the headboard.
"I am so very sorry." He stated. I looked at him in the eyes and then crawled over to him. Our faces inches away.
"I forgive you, because the first one was who we were but now we are-" I started but then stopped realizing I didn't know what we are. He smirked at me with the biggest smirk and said something I wanted to hear for so long,
"Clare, my "wife", will you be my girlfriend?" I giggled with a smile and attacked him with kisses, which he gladly returned. I placed my forehead to his and kissed his lips lightly.
"Yeah, I mean, I guess that'd be okay." I teased. He chuckled before tickling me to no end. Who knew that such an awful night could turn out to be one of the best.
Eli's POV *The Next Day*
"Okay, baby boy, I'm even confused." I stood in front of my parents at 4:00am trying to explain what I needed. I rolled my eyes.
"This isn't that hard!" I stated throwing my hands up in the air with a look of disbelief.
"Yes, but it is also before dawn!" Bullfrog replied. I sighed and rubbed my forehead. You see, I needed my parents help with something and Clare just couldn't know what it was…at least not yet. So, I simply stated once again what it was that I needed, trying to make it as clear as I could.
"Oh." They both said in unison. I nodded my head with a slight chuckle.
"Finally." I breathed out. Then I realized that-
"AHHHH!" My mom screamed. Never mind. I was wondering how long that would take.
"Okay, okay. Can you two help me?" I asked desperately. They both smiled at me and nodded. I let out the breath I didn't even know I was holding in and made my way back over to Clare's house. I was instantly greeted with two arms and a kiss.
"Woah…hello my darling. What are you doing awake?" I asked as I wrapped my arms around her. She buried her face in my neck so she was mumbling but I still heard her.
"I woke up and you weren't there. I got scared that you changed your mind." I picked her up bridal style as I said,
"I promise that I will never change my mind." Fully knowing, that I had every intention on keeping that promise. She snuggled more into me as I walked up the stairs. I put her down on the bed and lied down next to her. I snuggled her close and we both fell asleep. I opened my eyes to yet again come face to face with Clare.
"Hey." I mumbled as I tried to wake up. She giggled and pulled me to a sitting position and she hugged me. I hugged her back while asking,
"What's this for?" She pulled away and teasingly glared at me.
"I can't hug my boyfriend?" I smiled at those words.
"I love being in that role." I stated which made her pretty cheeks turn this bright red color. I have one word for this image and one word only: adorable.
"Well, your mom called earlier." She told me while tracing patterns on my shirt with her fingers.
"Oh yeah?" I asked her. She looked up and nodded.
"She said she wanted to have a girl day with me! To get to know her son's girlfriend, which by the way is now a true statement!" I chuckled at her. Even though I already knew my mom was going to do this I pretended like I didn't.
"That's awesome. She's bound to love you." I pecked her lips and we both got out of bed.
"I hope so!" And with that she left to go get ready. Not even twenty minutes later Clare was ready to go. She looked stunning and that was exactly what I had told her before she left. She just blushed and said her thanks. A little while after my dad and I left.
"You know, I really appreciate you helping me with this, dad." I told him as we were driving.
"Anytime, anytime. Are you nervous?" He asked.
"Not right now but after, oh yeah." He chuckled at my response.
"You'll be fine." He put the car in park and we walked into the building. I took one look and I knew that this is what I needed.
"Dad, I found it." I announced. He walked over to me with his hands in his pockets.
"Already? We haven't even been here for five minutes." He chuckled. I shook my head. This is it. This is the one.
HEY! I personally liked this chapter! I hope you did too! What do you think Eli found? First who guesses correctly gets the next chapter dedicated to them! I am going to beg here also. I know that I hadn't updated in a long time but still please review review review! I want a lot for this story so please please please please! And if I get a lot I promise to update sooner. So REVIEW! Now! Lots of love! *kisses*
