I hope this chapter makes up for me being MIA the past 2 months. Warning though, this chapter has some smut. I decided to put it in because as a reader myself, I love the smut in stories lol. If it's not your thing I apologize! Hope you all enjoy!
You know how we all have those significant moments in our life? You know the ones I'm talking about. The kind that no matter how old you get, they will always remain clear as day in your mind and will be replayed often. For some it's the first concert you ever attended with your best friend. For others it's the time you went on your first date with the person you've had a crush on for god knows how long. We all have those significant memories in our life. For me it all started the day of the choir state finals.
After Ashley and I had the heart to heart discussion about sex and what it would mean to us, we put it on the back burner as we continued ahead in our relationship. Although Ashley and I enjoyed our frequent make out sessions, our primary focus was the choir competition. We killed it at regionals and blew everyone out of the water at the semifinals. So here we are, on our way to the state final three hours away from Westcott. I would be lying if I said I wasn't nervous, but having Ashley sleeping on my shoulder beside me on the bus was comforting. It was hard to believe that it was already March. Ashley and I have been together for three months now, and I can't imagine my life without her.
"Ladies we'll be at the hotel in five minutes, you'll get your room assignments when we check in," said Mrs. Briquette.
Mrs. Briquette was Westcott's band and musical history teacher. She was also head of the choir. She was a pretty fun and awesome teacher. Although she was technically in charge of the choir, she let Jonica take the role as leader, as long as Jonica checked in with her and she approved our performances.
"Babe, we're almost at the hotel," I whispered into Ashley's ear.
"Ugh I was having the best dream," said Ashley as she awoke.
"I hope I was in it," I said with a smile.
"Hmm, where you? I know Anna Kendrick was," said Ashley with a smirk.
"Jerk," I said as I playfully slapped her arm.
"Kidding Spence, you know you're the only girl I ever dream of," said Ashley as she tucked a stray piece of hair behind my ear and leaned in and gently kissed me.
"Anna Kendrick's lips have nothing on yours baby," said Ashley as we pulled apart.
"Like you would even know Ash," I said laughing.
"Whatever babe, don't believe me," said Ashley with a pout.
"I highly doubt that you just happened to be at a party the cast of Pitch Perfect were invited to and Anna Kendrick ended up making out with you," I said with disbelief.
"Someone is obviously aca jealous," said Ashley jokingly.
"Okay you are such a nerd for saying that," I said laughing while Ashley pouted.
"But you're my nerd and I love you," I said with a smile.
"I love you too," said Ashley as she leaned in to kiss me again.
"We're here ladies!" shouted Mrs. Briquette.
"How can she be so energetic this late at night," mumbled Ashley as she got up from her seat and yawned.
"I know I'm so ready to get some sleep," I said following Ashley off of the bus.
We all followed Mrs. Briquette into the hotel and sat in the lobby while she checked us in and figured out the room assignments. I decided to text my brother to check in and let him know that we had arrived to our hotel. Clay was excited for me and wished he could be here to see his little sister sing. Mom and dad were also very proud of me and were hoping Ashley and I would call tomorrow to reveal that we were champions. I was sad when I learned that I wouldn't be coming home for spring break, due to the fact that my grandma in Seattle was sick and my parents were staying with her while she recovered, so my mom thought it would be better for me to stay at Westcott. I was even sadder when I learned that Ashley would not be staying with me because her dad bought her a ticket for London to spend the week with him. Ashley was willing to tell her dad that she couldn't come, but I thought she needed to spend what little time she gets with her dad.
"Alright girls, I have the room assignments and your keys," said Mrs. Briquette with a smile.
Ashley and I ended up sharing a room with Jonica and Katie. Katie was a senior and really sweet. We had become friends while being in choir together. Needless to say I was very happy with the room Ashley and I had been given.
"I suggest we all get straight to bed, long day ahead of us," suggested Jonica as she made her way into the bathroom to change.
"I'm super nervous for tomorrow. We've never even made it to regionals before, and here we are, close to becoming state champions. It's crazy," said Katie as she laid on the bed she would be sharing with Jonica.
"We're going to win it all. We've worked so hard to get here, and I know we can do it this year," said Ashley confidently.
"I'm with Ashley, we have this in the bag, we just have to believe in ourselves," I said with confidence.
"I hope so. For me and Jon it's our last chance at a state championship," said Katie as she settled into bed.
The rest of the night we all tossed and turned in our sleep. All of us were nervous for the competition. Hell it was the first time any of us were experiencing anything like this. It was intimidating! We woke up bright and early the next day. We ate breakfast as a group and before we knew it, it was time. We were huddled together backstage waiting for our time to perform.
"Well guys this is it, the moment we have practiced all year for. I want you all to know that no matter what happens out there, I'm super proud of all of us. All of you have worked your ass off to get us here, and for that you should all be proud. And before we go out there, I just want to thank Spencer and Ashley. You guys are the dynamic duo that put this all together, we wouldn't be here without you guys. So a big thanks to Spashley! Now let's get out there and kill it girls! Westcott on three," shouted Jonica.
"One, Two, Three, Westcott!" shouted all of us.
"Let's give Edison High another round of applause folks, weren't they great? And now, all the way from Cincinnati Ohio, ladies and gentlemen, Westcott Academy!" shouted the announcer as we made our way on stage taking our designated places.
Honestly the performance was a blur. It happened so fast and before I knew it, it was over. I looked onto the crowd and we received a standing ovation. The remainder of the competition wrapped up and it was time to announce the winners.
"Alright ladies and gentlemen. I just want to say that every performance we witnessed here today was impressive and you are all winners in our eyes. In third place, Crestwood Preparatory. In second place, Washington High School. And in first place, and your new state champions, let's give it up for Westcott Academy!" said the announcer.
"Jon we won!" said Ashley excitedly.
"Ash that was real?" said Jonica in shock.
"Yes! Let's go up there!" said Ashley as the team made their way up on stage.
To say that we were excited was an understatement. Most of us were still in shock, mainly Jonica. Of course Ashley and I weren't surprised. We knew that the hard work we had put in countless nights above the auditorium were going to pay off in the end. And it did, and we couldn't have been happier.
"Alright girls, I know you all want to celebrate your victory, I was young once too. But let's try to keep the noise level at a suitable level. Also I'm not an idiot, I know some of you have snuck alcohol on this trip. Let's just say that as far as I know, you all have intentions to go straight to sleep. And as long as I see all of you on the bus in the morning, we won't have any issues. Agreed ladies?" said Mrs. Briquette.
"Agreed!" we all shouted.
"Excellent! Night ladies, and again congratulations!" said Mrs. Briquette as she exited the room we all were partying in.
"I would just like to say thank you to Spencer and Ashley. And to all of you for a kick ass performance! Cheers bitches!" shouted Jonica as she chugged her drink.
I was about to take a sip of whatever concoction someone handed me earlier when Ashley put her hand on my arm to stop me.
"Wait babe, I need to talk to you for a moment," said Ashley.
"Um okay, what's up baby?" I said while putting my drink down.
"Privately Spence," said Ashley as she took my hand and led me out into the hallway.
"Everything okay baby?" I asked nervously.
"Yes, I just wanted to give you something I brought here with me," said Ashley as I followed her back to our room.
I sat on our bed while Ashley opened her suitcase to get something out. Even after a long day and a stressful competition, Ashley still managed to look beautiful. This girl was flawless, and this girl was mine.
"Okay so as you know, Monday will be our three month anniversary. Now I know we agreed not to get each other gifts, but this is something significant," said Ashley as she handed me a box.
"Well okay," I said as I took the box from her.
"What is it?" I asked while eyeing the box.
"Just open it," said Ashley.
Inside the box was an old crumpled up letter and a lighter.
"I mean normally I'm a fan of jewelry, but this is nice too babe," I said as I looked down at the box and its contents.
"I know this looks weird, but let me explain," said Ashley as she took a deep breath.
"Okay, so you know about my fucked up past. Well after that night, the night Aiden and his friends, you know. I came home and I was disgusted, mainly at myself. I felt like a used piece of trash. Days following I couldn't even look at myself in the mirror. Well weeks after that night, as you know my life spiraled out of control. What you don't know is that in that time I was going through depression, and I felt like no one would ever love me after that night. And I didn't feel like I deserved to be loved. Well one night I wrote a suicide note, something to give my parents and the few friends I had left an explanation as to why. Well I didn't go through with it that night, but I always kept the letter to use when I was ready, because I was so sure a day would come when I would put the letter to use. Well that all changed when you came into my life Spencer. You make me happy and you make me feel like I matter. You make me feel like I'm special and important, and that I'm worth being loved and I'm worthy of your love. I know that I want to spend the rest of my life with you Spencer Carlin. And so I have this lighter because I want to burn this letter together. Because I no longer have use for it. I want to be alive and experience all that life has to offer with you Spence. I look forward to tomorrow now, because I know I have you by side, ready to conquer this world together with me," said Ashley with a tear rolling down her cheek.
"I love you Ashley," I said as I put my hand to her face and wiped away her tear with my thumb.
"I love you too," said Ashley as she smiled and kissed me.
After a brief moment we pulled apart and looked down at the box that was still in my hand.
"Ready to do this?" I asked.
"Ready as I'll ever be," said Ashley as she followed me out onto the balcony.
Thankfully there wasn't a breath of wind in the air. I held Ashley's hand as she placed the letter on the ground and lit it up with the lighter. We watched as the paper slowly turned into a pile of ash. As I looked at Ashley I could see that she looked lighter some how, as though weight she had been carrying for ages was finally taken away. And she was happy.
"You know this is probably the best gift I've ever gotten in my whole life," I said with a smile.
Ashley smiled back as she leaned in to take my lips in a heated kiss. Ashley ran her tongue across my bottom lip, seeking entrance which I happily granted. I opened my mouth and caressed Ashley's tongue with my own. Ashley's hand became tangled in my hair as she pulled me closer. The kiss was broken moments later as we both soon found a need for oxygen. Ashley then took my hand and led me back into the room and closed the balcony door behind her. I assumed Ashley was ready to go back to the party, but instead of leading me over to the door, she led me over to the bed. Before I could comprehend what was happening, Ashley pushed me onto the bed and got on top, straddling me.
"Babe are you sure about this?" I asked looking into Ashley's eyes for reassurance.
"I'm sure baby," said Ashley as she leaned down and captured my lips once again before moving down to my neck and running her tongue over my pulse point. Ashley proceeded to bite down on my pulse point. A moan escaped my lips as Ashley continued the action, followed by swirling her tongue over my pulse point to soothe the pain from the bites. Ashely reached down to the hem of my shirt, pulling it up till it was over my head.
"You are so beautiful," said Ashley as she admired my body while discarding my shirt.
I could see the hungry look in Ashley's eyes as I reached behind to unhook my bra. Ashley slowly slide it off while kissing down my shoulder and arm. Once my bra was removed, Ashley wasted no time as she took a nipple in her mouth while massaging the other one with her thumb. I watched as Ashley flicked her tongue before taking my nipple in her mouth, sucking hard. She repeated the action on my other nipple. Ashley then kissed her way down my stomach as she unbuckled my jeans and slid them off, followed by my panties. She then moved her way back up and kissed me hard as her tongue made its way once again in my mouth. I then felt Ashley's hand move down to my core.
"Damn baby, you're so wet," said Ashley as she broke our kiss and moved her way back down as she spread my legs apart.
Ashley began to swipe her tongue up the length of my folds, causing a loud moan to escape my lips. Ashley repeated the action, tasting the sweet desire coming from inside of me. Ashley placed her hands on my thighs to keep me in place as she began to swirl her tongue around my clit again and again before sucking my bundle of nerves hard.
"Fuck Ash!" I moaned as I buckled my hips towards Ashley's mouth.
Finally it became too much when Ashley dipped her tongue inside, tasting my pool of desire.
"Fuck Ash, I'm gonna cum," I moaned before reaching orgasm.
Ashley smiled and crawled back up and kissed me as I tasted myself upon her lips. I then flipped us over and straddled Ashley. The look in Ashley's eyes let me know that she was indeed ready for this. I took my time removing her shirt and bra. Slowly kissing her body everywhere before I took a nipple in my mouth, sucking hard before taking in her other nipple and repeating my previous action. I could tell I was driving Ashley crazy by the loud moans escaping her mouth.
"Spencer I need you inside of me," moaned Ashley.
I slowly teased Ashley by placing soft kisses down her stomach as I took off her jeans and panties. I then moved my hand to her core and slide my fingers through her folds. I could tell how much she was enjoying everything by how wet she had become. Ashley's legs shook as I slipped two fingers inside and swirled my tongue around her clit. She continued to moan out in pleasure as I continued to lick and suck her clit.
"Fuck baby," moaned Ashley.
"Cum for me Ash," I commanded before slipping my tongue inside and proceeded to fuck her with my tongue. This sent Ashley over the edge as she loudly orgasmed.
"Woah," whispered Ashley as I crawled back up and cuddled up next to her.
"I know," I whispered back.
I grabbed Ashley's hand and intertwined our fingers as I brought her hand to my lips and gently kissed her hand.
You know how we all have those significant moments in our life? You know the ones I'm talking about. Well this one, this moment right here with Ashley, this is one of my significant moments. Not because of the sex, which don't get me wrong, the sex was incredible! But this moment right here will be the first time I've completely given myself to someone, and was given the same in return.