-2 hours and 30 minutes later- (John's P.O.V.)

I was very conflicted as soon as the sequel ended, and often, I had glanced to see Bethany having this look of bittersweet anticipation. Some of the questions were answered, yet more questions came to confuse my mind.

I felt a soft motion, and blinked to see Bethany getting up to remove the DVD from the control box, and she turned around to face me with this expression of wonder and pain, and she slowly joined me, sitting back in her former seat, and finally asked a question, "What has you wondering now?".

I exhaled, "I have now seen the hidden secrets of Ratcliffe, the connections between John Smith and the others including myself, and how everything is changed. I honestly do not know Pocahontas truly as I am happy to know everything with you, and with the fact I was sent here far before the movie, having been prepared for the voyage with the week, perhaps I can be able to change everything in case I go back.",

"I couldn't see myself driving for the hand of Pocahontas, seeing that I was put into the position of the man who steals a lady from her own love, and that's not honorable, truly. Smith has striven for her hand all this time, and I would be happy to help them reunite, and smite the intentions of Ratcliffe as he fooled the King all those months!",

"My question is this, Bethany. Are you willing to try a relationship with me after all this revelation of events?". I asked passionately with a quiet polite undertone in my voice as I grabbed her hand gently into mine. I admitted finally that I wanted to be in her life if she's willing to have me. After all, it would be days, weeks, months, maybe years before I'd be forced to go back.

Bethany's hand squeezed mine softly, smiling brightly, "There are days I'd risk a chance with my business, and yes, having a relationship is different from having a business, but there are quite some decisions and the chance to risk something. I know you cannot promise to be here with me forever as you could go back someday, but you are willing to make the most of it, and I believe in that.".

I blinked, and was to speak something when she continued on, "My answer is yes; yes, I am willing to try a relationship with you. As you have aforementioned conditions and terms, there are quite a few conditions and terms.".

"1st condition: Communication. I couldn't know what you want if you don't talk to me or vice versa. 2nd condition: Making time for each other. I know I can be busy with the bills and the business while you are busy figuring out the world and learning how to run a ranch, but we can find time to be with each other; talking, eating, snuggling, watching tv, and what else we can figure to do.",

"3rd and final condition: Be open-minded. Sometime I will have my best friends, and they will have their own opinions and personalities. I trust that you will be honest like you are for me, like I will be honest when you tell your stories of your life, people, anything.",

"And for the terms: You have my permission to kiss me whenever you feel like it. Help me with cooking for meals. And finally, teach me to dance.". Bethany finished with a bright grin. I smiled widely, bowing my head down as I leaned down to kiss the back of her hand, entranced by the touch of her soft, warm skin. I looked up, "I understand completely, and I must ask why you want me to teach you how to dance.".

Bethany giggled and smiled, "Well, there's a ball next month, and I always find a chance to be at historical events including balls. I know all the modern-ish dances of the past century, but I always wanted to learn the dance you did at the Hunt Ball. Now, the Harvest Ball is verily different yet similar to your balls of your century's time, and it's very fun.".

I chuckled, "I'd be delighted to teach you, Bethany. We can practice two evenings a week until the Ball, say, Thursday and Sunday?". Bethany nodded excitedly, "That's perfect!". She glanced at the clock, "It's close to lunchtime. Shall we head to the kitchen, John?". I smiled, got up, bowed slightly to receive her arm which is immediately grasped within the crook of my arm.

"How do you think about spaghetti and garlic bread?". asked Bethany as we walked out slowly of her bedroom. "Sounds intriguing.". I spoke politely yet I was very happy at how the situation came out. Bethany smiled brightly, leaned her head upon my shoulder, and I knew instantly that our relationship is going to grow beautifully.