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Normally I write a New Year's one shot but I completely forgot this year

At first secretly dating Chandler was a lot of fun and kind of sexy. But now, it's just annoying. We keep having close calls where he almost catches us. I would much rather tell Ross then for him to find out on his own.

Today is the first day of spring and it's not cold out. It's not hot either, the weather is perfect.

Chandler invited me over for dinner tonight. I had no idea that he could cook. I don't know what he is making but it smells amazing. I'm curled up on his couch reading a piece of a new book he's working on.

When I finish, he's now sitting next to me.

"What do you think of it?"

I hand back the pieces of paper. "I think it's amazing."

He moves his arm out for me and I cuddle against his warm body. "I think we should tell Ross." I have been wanting to mention this to Chandler but I don't know if he's ready for that. What if the thing we have going on here is just a fling for him. What if he isn't serious about me? What if I like him more than he likes me? I mean we haven't had sex yet, all we've done is make out. I'm not sure how serious he is.

One arm is around me and the other rest on my leg. "Your brother is going to kill me."

I laugh. "I think it's just getting a little hard to keep this a secret from Ross and Rachel. Unless you aren't ready?"

"No I am ready." I feel his lips on my forehead. "We can tell him tomorrow."

I nod and suddenly I wish that I hadn't suggested that. I have no idea how my brother will react.

After a nice meal with Chandler and a movie, I go home. It takes me a while to fall asleep because I know that tomorrow is the day that our relationship is no longer a secret. I know that we no longer have to hide and we can act like a real couple in front of everyone which is nice.

I can finally kiss him when I want to if Ross or Rachel is around.

The next morning, it almost feels like a dream but I feel small kisses across my jaw line. I slowly open my eyes and smile at the fact that Chandler is standing over me.

"Good morning sunshine." He tells me.

I raise my head off my pillow and kiss him sweetly. "Good morning."

He sits on the edge of my bed. "Get up and get ready. I invited Ross and Rachel to come to breakfast with us. We'll tell them then."

My eyes get wide. "We're telling them in public?"

He nods. "Yeah he won't kill me in public." He smirks.

I laugh. "Good point." I sit up and realize I am in my pajamas so I tighten the blanket around me. He has never seen me in my pajamas before. "Could you wait out in the hall while I change?"

"Sure babe." He smiles and leaves, shutting the door behind him.

Hearing him call me 'babe' sends shivers down my spine. I know it's just a simple nick name but I think it's the sweetest thing ever.

I get ready as quickly as I can. Chandler holds my hand as we walk outside.

"We can take my truck." He tells me and leads me in that direction.

I feel myself get more nervous the closer we get to the restaurant. I knew at one point we would be telling Ross about us. I guess I was thinking that we had more time. Even though Chandler and I haven't moved our relationship to the next level, things are still moving along quite nicely between the two of us and I am enjoying it. I am enjoying being with him every chance we get.

When I am in school, I find myself missing him. I never felt that way about anyone before. I feel things for Chandler that I never thought were possible.

When we pull into the parking lot and Chandler parks his truck, he takes my hand into his and squeezes it.

"You ok?"

I guess I look more nervous than I thought. I take a deep breath, letting it out slowly. "Yeah."

He leans over and kisses my cheek. "Don't worry, things will be much easier once this is out in the open."

Chandler has a point.

We walk into the restaurant and see Ross and Rachel already seated at a booth near a window. This is it. This is happening now and there is no turning back.

We go over to the booth. Chandler lets me get in first then he sits next to me. I can feel his leg touching mine and somehow that helps calm me down quite a bit.

We greet each other and I look down at the menu that is in front of me on the table. Everything looks so delicious. I can feel Chandler nudge my leg with his. I know that he wants me to just get it over with.

I place my hands on the table. "I have to tell you guys something."

Ross and Rachel both look at me.

"Everything ok?" Rachel wants to know.

"Yeah what's going on?" Ross asks.

By the expression on Ross' face, I can tell he's going into big brother mode right now.

I look at Chandler and then back at them. "I have had a boyfriend for a month now."

Rachel smiles. "Oh Mon who is he? Do I know him? Oh is he Anthony from Spanish class?"

I laugh. "No not Anthony and yes you know him."

Ross reaches across the table and holds my hand. "Monica I am so happy for you. This is great. Who is the guy? I want to meet him."

My heart is beating faster now. "Ross you already know him. It's…. Chandler." I look back and forth between my best friend and brother hoping their reactions are good ones.

Rachel gasps. "I am so happy for you. Really I am." She reaches across the table and hugs us both. Then she nudges Ross who still hasn't said a word about this. "Isn't this great Ross?"

I wish Ross would say something already.

Chandler says something instead. "Ross, I know this is your sister and you love her a great deal. I would never just have a fling with her or cause her any unhappiness." He puts his arm around me. "We are taking things slow. I really care about her. Honestly."

"See Ross? This is great." Rachel gushes.

Ross looks back and forth between the two of us a few more times. "I guess if my sister has to date someone, I am very glad it's you. I know you are a good guy."

Chandler smiles. "Thanks for trusting me man."

I can finally breathe again. I am so glad Ross had a good reaction to this.

I reach across the table and rub Ross' hand. "I'm so glad you're ok with this Ross."

Ross smiles at me and rubs my hand back.

Chandler puts his arm around me and I lean on his shoulder with my head. Yes, this went better than expected.