Here's the next chapter, so glad people like it so far. The reviews are lovely, thank you. The big announcement is nearly upon us. I just hope it lives to your expectations. I'll update more frequently this week as I'm on half term and have more time. I hope you enjoy this chapter, please R&R and any of your suggestions for future chapters are very welcome :)

Katie xx

It was Sunday morning and Max decided that to make up it up to Zoe after Tess and Robyn found out about them.

'Morning beautiful, fancy coming round to mine today. Got the house to ourselves."MJxx

"Oh have we now, I'll be over once I've got dressed."SMxx

Little did Zoe know that Max didn't for once just have sex on his mind. As today, spending time with Zoe was much more appealing.

She left the boat and drove to Max's. She got out of the car and for once she'd ditched the dresses and was wearing jeans and a t-shirt. She knocked on the door and a half naked Max answered. He was wearing trackies and an apron.

"What's going on."

"Well I thought we could spend the day baking."

"I'm liking your thinking."

Zoe stepped inside and Max took her coat.

"Come though."

"So what are we going to be making. And I have to warn you I'm a disastrous cook."

"Oh well I guess it's lucky for you I'm the complete opposite."

He got out a recipe book and let Zoe have a look thought. I think we should make shortbread, jam tarts and little chocolate chip muffins. Sounds good. I'll just get the all the ingredients out then.

They managed to make, 12 heart shaped shortbreads, 12 jam tarts and 12 muffins. As well as both being covered in floor themselves. It was the most fun Zoe had had in so long. What a great way to spend her day off.

The both got cleaned up and then Max said,

"You need to go home and get changed, not into something fancy just something comfortable but that you wouldn't mind to be seen out in."

"Okay, but why."

"Now that my dear is classified information."

Zoe obeyed and gave Max a kiss good bye. She got into her car and drove home.

She got back to the boat and let herself in as Dylan was working. She got in the shower, and began to wonder what her boyfriend, it still felt strange calling him that, had planned.

She went back into her bedroom , got dressed into another pair and jeans and the top she saves for special occasions. Then did her hair and makeup.

Her phone buzzed ' So beautiful, I bet your still trying to guess what I have planned."MJxx

"Yes I am."SMxx

"Well stop. Just meet me in the car at the end of my street at 7 pm I'll give you directions."MJxx

"Okay."SMxx

It was 6 o'clock so she finished getting ready and by that time it was time to go and get Max. She got in the car and drove off. When she got to the corner Max was already waiting for her and he was sporting a backpack. She couldn't quite get her head round what they could possibly be doing with a backpack.

Max got in next to her and told her to head for the little park at the edge of his estate.

When they got to the park. Zoe parked the car and the both got out.

"So are you gonna tell me what we are doing yet."

"Nope just go and find some flat grass."

"Okay." She began to walk off. "Will here do?"

"Perfect. Now stand back."

She watched as he pulled a picnic rug from the bag. Then he began to take sandwiches, fruit and the things they had baked earlier.

"Oh Max, this is gorgeous."

"A moonlit picnic for two. Would you care to join me."

"Definitely."

"I'm sorry that Tess and Robyn found out."

"Look Max it doesn't matter all I care about is that you and me are happy."

"I love you Zoe."

"I love you too."

"I hope your hungry."

"Starving."

"Good, let's eat."

They sat next to one other, eating and watching the night sky.

"This has been the best day in such a long time. Thank you Mr walker."

"No problem. Anything for you Dr Hanna."

He tilted her chin up and planted a kiss lovingly on her lips. She lay her head on his shoulder and carried on looking into the sky.

He turned his head and she lifted hers up to face him. Taking her face in his hands he spoke softly "Zoe your the most beautiful, intelligent and amazing doctor I've ever had the pleasure of being with. Promise me you'll never leave me again."

"Max I promise. I don't quite realise just how much I loved you until I no longer had you."

"I love you."

"I love you too."

And with that they both lay down on the rug, Zoe rested her head on Max's chest and she could hear the beat of his heart and feel the rhythmic rise and fall of his chest. This was perfect, he was perfect and more importantly her life was perfect.

They just lay there for a long time, in a comfortable silence both of then just enjoying the others company.

"Do you want to come back to the boat tonight."

"I'd love to. The more time I get to spend with you the better. Can we take a detour to mine first so I can get some clothes."

"Yeah that's fine."

This no longer bothered Zoe as both Robyn and lofty knew about her and Max. Although Robyn had promised not to tell anyone she had sort of let it slip to lofty. Not that Zoe or Max really minded as it meant they could spend time at the student house without having to sneak around.

They packed up the picnic things and put them back into the backpack. Max helped Zoe up and they walked hand in hand back to the car. They got in and drove to Max's. When they got there Max quickly jumped out ran into the house and was back in the car within 5 minutes.

"That was fast."

"Well unlike you I don't have to carry round 10 tones and accessories and cosmetic products. It's not like you even need them as your soooo naturally beautiful."

"Shhh you."

She started the engine and before to long arrived at the house boat. Zoe got out and Max followed suit. Once they went into the boat she headed straight for her bedroom and dragged Max along behind her.

"Someone's keen."

"Well you've made this day perfect for me now it's my turn to repay you." She giggled as she shut the door. She reached for Max's top and pulled it over his head, then with her finger traced each abdominal muscle before pushing him onto the bed.

He reached up and took of Zoe's top and undid her bra before pulling her down on top of him.

Soon all their clothes were off and Max left a trail of kissed for Zoe's neck down to her stomach, this very quickly led to Max and Zoe making love.

When they had become to tired to continue Max rolled off Zoe and lay next to her.

He looked into her eyes and said "Zoe your the best thing that has ever happened to me and I love you with all my heart. Goodnight beautiful."

"Aww Max. I love you too baby. Goodnight."

Giving him one last kiss before they both feel soundly asleep. Little did Zoe know tomorrow was going to be a day to remember.

What will tomorrow bring for the pair?

Next chapter is the lead up to the big announcement so keep reading :)

Please review, there'll be more soon xx