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THIS CHAPTER WAS DONE ON TIME WHEN I REACHED THE REVIEW NUMBER BUT MY ELECTRICITY HAS BEEN OUT FOR ALMOST TWO WEEKS WHICH KEPT ME FROM UPDATING ON TIME. I WOULD NEVER HAVE ASKED FOR A CERTAIN AMOUNT OF REVIEWS IF I DIDN'T BELIEVE I WOULD UPDATE ON TIME. PLEASE FORGIVE ME, AND HERE YOU ARE.
Ally's POV
I lean up against Ryan's chest as we watch Keeping Up With The Kardashians. "Remind me again why you watch this show?" He asked amused staring at the screen. "Well, it's kind of a learning lesson." I said as he looked at me with raised eyebrows. "How in the world are the Kardashians a learning lesson?" He asked amused at my statement. "Well, as I watch the horrible decisions they make and the bad things they do, my life doesn't seem so bad." I said as he laughed a little. "Well, your logic does make sense."
"Thank you." I said sitting up and facing him.
"What?" He asked curious since I was just staring at him.
"I was just thinking about how we've been going out for two months now and I still haven't been to your place." I said as he sat up.
"My place is really a mess. Garbage compared to yours really." He said trying to get out of the conversation. "Don't be so dramatic. I'm not as jugful as you think." I tell him as he sighs. "You're not gonna drop this, are you?" He asked looking in my eyes. "Nope." I said shaking my head. "Okay. I guess I'm gonna have to make you then." He said before attacking my lips with his causing me to laugh.
I kiss him back wrapping my arms around his neck.m,m "Do you wanna take this to the bedroom McDreamy?" I ask as he grinned a little. "One day I'm gonna get you to stop calling me that." He stated before picking me up quickly and putting me onto his shoulders causing me to erupt in a fit of giggles. He takes us to the bedroom and we...well, you know...yeah you know what I'm talking about.
Austin's POV
"Hey hubby." Mel says entering my office and I ignore the instinct to roll my eyes and just look up and give her a small smile. No matter how angry I am at her, her belly is getting bigger by the day and I don't want to risk any stress that could somehow effect the babies health.
"Are you excited for tonight?" She asked enthusiastic.
"Um, not really." I said not facing her because I was too busy looking through some papers.
"How can you not be excited. It's the first Ball we've had in months! It's gonna be so much fun." She said as I looked at her.
Mel doesn't understand that those kind of things are not fun to me anymore because Ally is not apart of them. She's the one who made them fun with her humor, beauty and the little secret kisses she would give me just because.
"I'm just not really excited for it."
"But, you're going right?"
"Of course I am. What kind of husband would I look like if I didn't attend a Ball with my pregnant wife?" I said as she smiled.
"Good." She said before coming over to me.
"So, I visited my mom yesterday." She stated as I turned to my chair to face her.
"You did..."
"Yup. It's the first time she ever got to see me in person pregnant. She's so happy for us and the baby."
"No, she's not Mel. She's happy because she thinks the baby is gonna keep you in the White House." I said as she rolled her eyes.
"Will you stop, Austin? My mom is not as bad as you think. This is her grandchild."
"Not to her. This is just her meal and life ticket. Only an amount of time before you see that." I said standing up and walking over to my closet.
"Look, Austin I know I made this baby out of manipulation but I do love it. I mean, she's my baby girl." She said looking down at her belly and rubbing it with a smile.
"She's my everything." She said still smiling and looking down at it.
"I believe you." I said as she looked back up at me.
"You do?"
"Yeah, I do. You might do evil things but I know you're capable of love. Especially with your own child." I told her as I got my jacket out because it was freezing outside.
"Also, Austin I was thinking if we announced the gender of the baby at the Ball as a surprise. What do you think?" She asked as I thought about it.
"I think it's a great idea, Mel." I agreed.
"Okay, then its settled." She said clapping her hands together.
"Come on, lets go." I said as I got her jacket and put it on her.
"Wait, where are we going?" She asked confused.
"Dress shopping for the Ball. Something tells me you don't own maternity gowns." I said as she widen her eyes in realization.
"Oh my god, I almost forgot. Alright, lets go hubby." She said taking my hand as we walk out the White House.
Ally's POV
"I still can't believe your dating douche from the movie theater." Chase said with a fold of the arms.
"You mean the dick who smashed ice cream in her face?" Pat added.
"Guys, will you stop. He's not like that anymore and he had a good reason." I said in defense.
"Judging someone because of their appearance or status isn't a good reason." Chase replied.
"Maybe not, but everyone makes mistakes and you two aren't exactly guys of the year." Liz said as I giggled and they playfully rolled their eyes.
"Alright fine. Maybe you're right. Sorry Als." Pat said as I shook my head. "It's fine, guys. When you'll meet him, you will defiantly change your minds."
After my statement, we hear the mailman leave and Chase goes to get something.
"What is it?" Liz asked.
"It's probably just info on a client's hearing in court." Pat responded.
We watch as Chase opens the envelope and when he does he raises his eyebrows before showing us the paper.
"Actually it's not. It's an invitation for Miss Dawson here for the Ball tonight at the White House." He said as I fury my eyebrows in confusion looking at the colorful paper.
"What?" I ask taking the paper and looking at it.
"I don't even work there anymore." I said more to myself.
"It says here it doesn't even matter. That anyone who worked there in the last six months is invited and allowed to bring a plus one." Chase explained.
I folded it up and put it in my back jeans pocket. "What did you do that for? I was suppose to be the plus one." Pat said as I rolled my eyes jokingly.
"No, take me Als." Chase added.
"Do you really think she would choice you two over her best friend?" Liz said. "Plus, if she was really gonna bring a plus one, it would be her boyfriend. We've already been at the White House at one point or another." She said as I widen my eyes.
"Um, we'll be right back." I said snatching Liz's arm and pulling her into my private office. "Ow, Als. That actually hurt." She said rubbing her wrist. "Sorry, but what are you thinking? I can not take Ryan to the White House!" I said as she got confused. "And why not? He's your boyfriend." She said reminding as I roll my eyes.
"Exactly. Need I to remind you that my ex boyfriend also works there? Oh, I'm sorry, runs the place? As in the President of the freaking United States?!" I said as she grabbed my arms to calm me down. "Als, chill. Why does that matter? You two have been broken up for months and I'm sure President Moon would want you to be happy." She explained as I sighed running my hands through my hair. "I know, it's just... him seeing me with a different guy. That's gonna break his heart and I don't want to willingly hurt him if I can prevent it." I told her as she nodded. "Okay, Als. Then just don't go. If it worries you so much, just don't go." She said looking into my eyes. "Yeah. I won't." I said nodding as she did the same. "You good now?"
"Perfect." I replied as we headed towards the door.
"For the record, if you did go. You could've wore that bomb ass black and silver gown you bought at the mall last month. I bet Mr. President would've made you First Lady right on the spot." She said as I laughed shaking my head. "Shut up, Liz." I said smacking her shoulder as we walked back out to the boys.
Austin's POV
"Thanks again for helping me shop, Austin." Mel said as we entered the building before stopping. "It's no problem." I said before noticing she stopped moving. "What's wrong?" I asked concerned. "Nothing. I just gotta do something." She told me as I looked confused.
"Don't worry. After I do what I gotta do, I'll head upstairs and get dressed for the Ball." She told me as I slowly nod my head taking the bags from her and heading upstairs. Once I get to my room, I put the bags on my bed, and then turn the TV on for entertainment while I get dressed. I realized it was on the news channel and as soon as I was about to change it, I see Mel pop up on the screen sitting on a chair.
"Are you ready, Mrs. Moon?" I hear a woman say from behind the camera as Mel nodded. "I am." She said before looking at the front camera. "I want to set the rumors straight about the women accused of sleeping with my husband President Austin Moon. All the women accused, Miranda Starr, Zoey Peters, Grace Summers, Brittany Palmer and... Ally Dawson are not only innocent in this cruel and heartbreaking rumor but very close friends of mine that don't deserve any of the hate they receive. I don't want to hear about this again. Thank you." She said before the news cut to some else breaking news. I stare at the TV with my mouth open speechless.
Ally's POV
I laugh at the horrible joke Pat just made. "Seriously dude, leave humor to me because you are just not it." Chase said as Liz giggled. "Hey, Ally thought it was funny." He defended.
"In a pity kind of way." Liz said.
"Is that true, Als?" He said doing the puppy pout.
"Of course not." I said kissing his cheek before getting my jacket on.
"Ha! Told ya." Pat said cheering as I shook my head amused.
"No need to lie to the man, Als." Chase said as I looked at him with a grin before a knock came at the door.
I look through the window to see my handsome boyfriend. "Alright, that's for me. I gotta go. I'll see you guys tomorrow, okay?" I tell them as they nod while I open the door. "Hey you." He says as I smile leaning in to kiss him. "Oh come on! Get a room." We pull away to face Chase's fake disgusted face as Pat shakes his head at him and Liz laughs. "I know you're not talking." I said eyeing him as I take Ryan's hand bringing him in for a second.
"While he's here. Babe, these are my friends and coworkers, Liz who you've already met multiple times, that's Pat and the rude one over there is Chase." I say sticking out my tongue as he laughs a little. Ryan stuck out his hand to Pat. "It's nice to meet you, again. I know you two didn't get the best first impression of me." He said scratching the back of his neck. "Not really." Chase said as Liz smacked his arms. "Look, I don't know you like that but from what Ally tells me, you're a pretty decent guy so as long as you're keeping my friend happy, I'm good." Pat said holding out his hand to shake and Ryan raises his eyebrows in surprise. "Thanks man. I appreciate it." He replied shaking it as I looked at Chase who looked hostile before rolling his eyes giving in. "Yeah, I guess you're cool too." He said sticking out his hand that Ryan gladly accepted. "Alright, lets go babe." I said as we said goodbye before walking out the building starting out a stroll.
"I can't believe we've been dating two months and I'm just meeting your friends." He said with a little chuckle.
"Sorry, they were just a little difficult. Chase and Pat at least. They're very overprotective of me. Practically my brothers." I said as he nodded understanding.
"No, I get it. It's great that you have friends like that." He replied nicely.
I see him look at me from the side and so I face him with a smile. "What?" I ask as he shakes his head blushing.
"You just look very beautiful in the winter time."
"Thanks. It's the only time my beauty comes out."
"Shhh. You know what I mean." He said as I giggled before jumping on his back as he held my legs so I wouldn't fall.
"Turn here. The park is on the right." I said as he turned the corner.
"I'm not a car you know?"
"Well, I'm not a train but I rode you pretty well last night." I whispered seductively in his ear as I felt him shiver.
"Don't do that." He said as I nibbled on his ear.
"Babe, I'm serious." He said laughing a little causing me to giggle.
"Me too." I said before a bunch of paparazzi jumped out a van with camera's coming our way.
I sighed jumping off of Ryan's back as he automatically pulled me close to his chest to keep them away from me.
"Ally Dawson, did you watch the news an hour ago?"
"What did you think?"
"Do you have anything to say to Melanie Moon?"
"Why would I have anything to say to her?" I said aggravated though I have to watch my words because the world doesn't know about our hatred for each other.
"I mean she released the truth." One of them said as I felt my heart stop.
"Get the hell away from my girlfriend!" Ryan said pushing a few of them out the way. He grabs my hand and we make a run for it until we reach the park.
When we get there, we both stop out of breath before laughing.
"That was..."
"A lot." I finished as he nodded.
"I can't believe that's your life. I couldn't do it."
"Well, you did a good job at protecting me. That was sweet."
"It was no problem. It's my job." He said causing a smile on my face as we finally arrived to the park. He got on a swing and I sat on his lap as he swung us.
"So, your birthday is next week. What do you wanna do? I mean I have dinner plans for us but anything else you have in mind?"
"Not really. Just spending time with you." He said kissing my nose as he continued swinging us.
"That's sweet, but seriously."
"I don't know...nothing really interests me. Except you of course." He said attacking my lips causing me to laugh but instantly kissing him back so forceful causing us to fall off the swing which makes us laugh even more. His face changes when he notices something in the snow.
"Als, I think you dropped this." He said picking up a paper reading it slowly as my eyes widen as I patted my back pocket realizing the White House invitation wasn't in there but in his hands.
"Thanks." I said hurriedly snatching it back as he looked at me confused.
"You were invited to a White House Ball? But you don't even work there anymore?"
"I know. It's just one of those things where anyone who recently worked there in the last 6 months are invited for a reconciliation with a few friends and stuff..." I said lowly because I really didn't want him to find out about this.
"And you're gonna go? Why didn't you just tell me?" He asked a little hurt.
"I'm not gonna go." I told him truthfully as he got confused.
"What? Why not?"
"Because I think it's stupid." I said not convincing.
"Ally, you have told me time and time again how much you loved that job and all the amazing friendships you made there. Why wouldn't you want to go. I know I do." He said as that dreading feeling came back.
"You do...?" I said fearing this.
"Yeah, I mean who wouldn't? It's the freaking White House babe! And I saw that plus one. If Liz or your other friends are not attending, I would love to be by your side." He said with a small smile as I held his hand.
"I just think it wouldn't be a good time. I rather spend more time with you alone." I told him as he sighed.
"Ally, you asked me what I wanted for my birthday. This is exactly what I want." He said looking into my eyes.
"Please, babe. It would mean the world to me." He said as I soon sighed giving in.
"Yeah, okay. Of course. Anything for you." I said as he smiled picking me up.
"Thank you babe." He said with a wide smile as I kiss him and then taking his hand as we walk to my apartment to get ready for the Ball.
Austin's POV
"You guys sure you have to leave?" I asked my mom who were just about done packing there bags. "Yes, sweetie. While we loved staying here for the last six months, it's now time for us to go home." My mom said rubbing my cheek as my father helped her with her bags as well. I nod my head sadly because my mom and dad were the only ones I had keeping me sane and talking me through the process. I'm better now but it still sucks that they have to leave.
"I know, it's just I want you guys to know how appreciative and helpful you've been to me over the last 6 months of Mel's pregnancy. I wouldn't have gotten through any of it without you guys." I admitted as they both smile. "We are always gonna be here for you when you need us, son." My dad said with a hand on my shoulder. "But you don't need us anymore. No matter how much you think you do. You're strong, son. Always have, always will be." He finished as I smiled at the compliment knowing I'll always have them when I need them. "Thanks guys. I'll see you soon hopefully." I said hugging the both of them as they returned it. "Of course." My mama said kissing my cheek as they went into one of my cars as I got my bodyguards to drop them off at the airport to head back to Miami.
Ally's POV
I recheck myself in the body mirror in front of me as Ryan comes from behind me. "You look beautiful. But..." He said uncovering his hidden hand causing me to become confused. "I think you'll look even more stunning with this around your beautiful neck." He said showing me a diamond necklace causing me to gasp spinning around to him.
"Oh my god! Babe, where the hell did you get this?!" I screeched excitedly as I take it from him to examine the beauty of it. "I saved up for a month. You deserve something beautiful." He said as I smiled before kissing him as he gently kissed me back before pulling away. "May I?" He asked as I nodded my head and faced the mirror again.
I watched him as he slowly placed the necklace around my neck and I smile to myself at his soft features. I really can see myself falling for this handsome sweet guy.
He finished and we both looked at it and I smiled at how gorgeous it was. "Wow." He said as I looked at him through the mirror. "You're actually doing the necklace a favor." He said causing me to chuckle before turning around and wrapping my arms around his neck. "That was very cheesy." I said with a glistening smile. "But adorable?" He questioned. "Yeah." I said leaning in and kissing him as he deepened it. I enter my tongue and he did the same as we got really into until I felt him play with my dress zipper. I giggle before pulling away. "We have to go." I said sadly pouting against his lips as he groaned. "Hey, you're the one who begged me to go to this thing."
"I know..."
"Come on, babe." I said grabbing his hand leading him outside my loft on our way to the car. We arrive at the White House in about 10 minutes and Ryan opens the door for me like a gentlemen as I get a lot of stares at my dress. We walk in the building after I show my ID and invitation when I'm met with Holly and Dez outside the Ball area. Holly faces me and we screech at the same time running up to each others arms.
We haven't seen I'm each other in so long since I quit working at the White House. "Hols, you have no idea how much I've missed you!" I said with a wide smile enjoying my blue eyed friends presence again. "You? I kept praying that you would just show up here magically." She said laughing a little. "It's been a completely dead zone here without you." She said before smiling widely again. "Oh Als." She said hugging me again. "I really missed you." She said as I smiled. "Ditto." I said before I heard Dez cough.
"You could at least pretend like you missed me too." He said jokingly as I laughed pulling away from Holly. "I missed you too red." I said hugging him then pulling away. "But I see you way more than her." I explained as he nodded agreeing.
"Anyway, who is this handsome guy?" Holly asked as I looked over at Ryan with wide eyes. "Oh my gosh, I'm so sorry babe. I just caught up with my friend, it's been a long time since we've seen each other. Guys, this is my boyfriend Ryan." I tell them since it's their first meeting even though I've been dating him for two months. "It's nice to meet you Ryan. I'm Dez." He said shaking his hand. "You too, man." He replied.
"I'm Holly. One of Ally's best friends, so if you hurt her, I'll kill you." She said with a smile as he widens his eyes a little. "She's kidding babe." I said as he said oh and laughed as I pushed him into the ball first before widening my eyes at Holly who just shrugged. "Can you not scare off my boyfriend?" I whispered to Holly as Dez when inside as well. "Sorry." She said with a little laugh before smiling widely as I did too. "What now?" I asked. "He's really cute!" She giggled as a little school girl as did I. "I know." I said as we high five like little kids before walking into the Ball filled with people wearing beautiful gowns and suits.
I watch as Mel and President Moon get on stage and everyone faces them cheering as they smile and wave. "How is everyone doing tonight?" President Moon ask everyone as they cheered louder. "That's what I like to here. Tonight is a celebration of employees and friends who have done nothing but work your asses off taking care and protecting this country. So, a toast to you guys. It takes a village." He said as the room erupted into a huge toast before he looked back at Mel hesitate but she just smiled nodding her head as he faced the podium again.
"Um, there is an announcement my wife would love to make. It's a good one." He said with a little smile giving her the mic. She smiled taking it as she smiled and they cheered as well. "As you all know, there is a Moon on the rising." She said rubbing her belly a little as some people whistled happy for them as I try hard not to think about that part of my life again. "We recently made a doctor's trip and it looks like the Moons are having... a baby girl!" She announced as the room cheered and everyone clapped including Dez, Holly and Ryan. I joined in because I couldn't look like a hater even though I was feeling like one. No, I have someone amazing who adores me and that's great.
"Hey, Als. Did you see what Mel did for you and the other girls?" She asked as I made a confused expression. "What video? What other girls?" I asked as she pulled out her phone. "Oh my god, I can't believe you didn't see it. It was huge this morning. Mel had an interview and she shut down every single rumor about you and the other co workers messing around with the President." She told me as I looked at Dez who nodded but feeling uncomfortable about it because he knows the history between us three.
If there was something nice Mel did, I would need proof for it. She brings the phone clicking play on the video. "I want to set the rumors straight about the women accused of sleeping with my husband President Austin Moon. All the women accused, Miranda Starr, Zoey Peters, Grace Summers, Brittany Palmer and... Ally Dawson are not only innocent in this cruel and heartbreaking rumor but very close of friends of mine that don't deserve any of the hate they receive. I don't want to hear about this again. Thank you." She finished off as my eyes widen in shock. I can't believe Mel said that. Why would she say that? It had to benefit herself in some way or look good in Austin's eyes...right?
"Wow..." I said as it rendered me speechless. "That was really nice of her babe." Ryan said as I smiled a little looking up to him even though I was still blown away. He leans down and places a soft kiss on my lips which I instantly receive. "Urgh, so cute!" I hear Holly say.
"You're telling me." I hear a different voice say that I recognize too well. We pull away and I'm faced with Mel and the President looking at us. I suddenly feel the most uncomfortable I've felt in a long time.
Mel has a smile on her face while the President tries to keep a normal face but I can see the pain behind his eyes from seeing the kiss. "Um...hey." I said with a fake small smile. "Babe..." Ryan said bumping my shoulder. "Aren't you gonna introduce me properly to the President and First Lady?" He asked taking me out of my panicking thoughts.
"Oh right. Of course. Um, Ryan this is President Moon who you already met at the shop." I said as he they shook hands while Austin stared him down. "This is his wife, the First Lady Melanie Moon." I said as she didn't shake his hand but just smiled. "President Moon and Mrs. Moon, this is Ryan Andalecio... my boyfriend." I said hesitating only because I feel very uncomfortable.
With the history surrounding the three of us makes this situation very awkward, I just want to take Ryan and run the other way. "Andalecio? You're Italian?" Mel asked.
"Yes ma'am." He nodded.
"Explains why you're so adorable." She said as he blushed a little being complimented from the First Lady. A slow song comes on and Dez ask Holly to dance and she accepts leaving with him. "How about you, sweetheart?" Ryan asked me as I smiled and took his hand. I wrapped my arms around his neck resting my head against his head as I looked around the room where I saw Mel beg Austin to dance and I kind of chuckle to myself. He eventually accepts and takes her to the floor.
I close my eyes in peace before eventually opening them again when Austin's eyes are on mine. I look at him as I continue to dance with Ryan as he does the same. We both can't seem to lose contact and my heart stops looking into those brown golden eyes that brought me such happiness.
I feel myself get overwhelmed by the situation and I pull away from Ryan which confuses him. "I...I...I'm so sorry." I said before running out the Ball. I run down the hallway and I hear Austin shout my name. Why does this remind me of that horrible night I found out about Mel's pregnancy?
I decide to stop running for once and turn around with tears in my eyes. He stops in front out of me out of breath. "What...Austin?" I said kind of rudely even though I wasn't mad at him, but myself. "Why...why did you run out?" He asked out of breath before getting himself together.
I look at him before sighing as I feel my cheeks soaked from my tears. "I'm not even suppose to be here. I'm only here because my boyfriend begged me to come as his birthday present. I thought why not be a good girlfriend and stop thinking about myself for once?" I said as he looked at me feeling badly causing me to roll my eyes. "God Austin, my life has been great since I decided moving on and then seeing you tonight looking all handsome in your suit and stupid perfect blonde hair that makes me go crazy if I don't mess it up." I added as he chuckled sadly.
"I'm happy." I said as he just looked at me. "I am!" I said defensive. "I believe you." He said calmly. "Then why are you staring at me..." I ask lowly as he looked at the ground before looking in my eyes. "Because I hate seeing you cry Ally. No matter how beautiful you look when you do." He said and that one comment makes me miss him all over again. I smile wiping some of my tears before groaning frustrated. "I wish you were an asshole. It would make this a whole lot easier." I said as we both sat down against the wall.
"Can I ask you a question, Als? One I had all day?" He said which intrigued me as I nodded my head listening. "I couldn't help but notice the guy you're dating is the same boss you told me you hated because how he treated you and his 'douche ways'." He said quoting me as I chuckled a little.
"I don't know...things change I guess." I said as he looked at me. "I promise you he's not like that anymore. We got into an argument and the truth came out of why he treated me the way he did and one thing led to another. I know it's kind of cliche but he's such a good guy Austin. That's all I want." I said honestly because I seem to be different from other girls who are after the money and fame. *cough Mel cough*. "I believe you. You deserve a good guy, Als."
We decide to sit in quiet for a while before I get a feeling. "I love you Austin." I said causing him to look at me and then I face him. "I always will. I meant it when I said it." I said as he slowly nodded before a small smile appeared on his face. "I love you too. Together or not, I'll always be here for you when you need me." He said looking in my eyes as I glanced down at his lips and soon he did the same and we both slowly leaned in and as our lips almost brushed together-
"Ally! Ally! Ally!" I hear Ryan calling my name causing both Austin and I to rush standing up and separating a bit. He soon comes around the corner and runs over to me when he spots me. "Babe, are you okay? I'm so sorry for not coming after you right away. But your friend Dez told me not to because the President had it. I figured he did because I know you're great friends." He apologized as I felt guilty for almost cheating on him and making a mistake. "He is, babe. A great friend." I said looking back at Austin who smiled a little. "I'm gonna go, Als. It was nice meeting you Ryan." Austin says as Ryan nods to him as a thank you as he leaves.
"Well, what was wrong with you babe?" He asked worried. "I just got a little work sick. I really missed working here." I said as an excuse. "Okay, I'm sorry." He said hugging me as I sigh peacefully in his arms. I should be the one apologizing but he can not know that happened ever. "Don't be. I'm ready to go back at the Ball." I said fixing myself and straightening my dress again. "Alright, I just gotta hit the bathroom really quick." He said kissing my cheek and then going down the hallway.
As soon as he disappears from the hallway, Mel appears and I feel beyond awkward. She does too and tries to just walk by and I was gonna let her but I realized something. "Mel." I said gently holding her arm and turning her around. She looks a little stunned and avoids eye contact. "Uh yeah?" She said confused why I was talking to her.
"What you did today, shutting down that rumor...was amazing." I said as she smiled a bit. "Seriously, all I was thinking when I saw the video was thank god and thank you but...what was the real reason you did it?" I asked folding my arms against my chest. "For you." She said making me literally laugh out loud. "I'm serious, Ally." She said as she looked at me blankly without a trace of humor in her face causing me to stop laughing. "Wait, what? Why... why the hell would you do that for me? After all I've done and how much we clearly hate each other."
"Yeah, but I promised my husband I wouldn't bother you anymore or be mean to you and after what I did, I'm gonna keep that promise. But I did it for you because whether I like to admit it or not...this White House is not the same without you. Apparently, you had an impact on more than just my husband." She said as I listened closely. "But everyone here Dawson. They all missed your presence and God knows I don't why... but the truth is... this place isn't the same without you. So I took the rumor away so you could work here again." She finally let out as I widen my eyes. "What?" I asked in disbelief. "I was gonna tell Austin to tell you but you stopped me here so..."
"And...you would be okay with that? Seriously?"
"I'm having a baby with the man for God's sake. I won. I'm not threatened by you anymore." She said with a smile as I tried hard not to punch her because she still did me a favor at the end of the day.
"I guess so." I said staring at her and her big belly. "Are you happy Mel?" I asked as she looked at me a little confused.
"Um, yeah. Of course. I'm having a baby."
"Yeah, but are you happy?" I asked again as she just didn't say anything.
"I mean really really happy, like you have everything you ever wanted?" I asked as she kept quiet.
"It's because you're not. You have a husband who you are not in love with and vice versa. Not to mention you trapped him with a baby that's still not gonna change him divorcing you and you left the one man who wanted to give you the world go because of what? Your reputation? What is it gonna take for you to see that this-" I said motioning around to the White House "at the end of the day does not matter. Your happiness does." I said one last time before walking away with Ryan when he exited the bathroom.
Holly's POV
I'm laughing at something Dez said when Ally and her new boyfriend Ryan come back into the Ball. "Hey guys. Ryan and I are gonna head home. It's been a long night." Ally said as I pouted and Dez nodded hugging her as did I. "It was really nice meeting you Ryan. Ally's like my sister. You treat her right." Dez said protectively as Ryan nodded shaking his hand with a smile. "I intend too." He said before grabbing my hand and kissing it. "It was a pleasure to meet you as well Holly." He said causing me to smile at his politeness. "Same." I replied while we both watched them leave.
I notice Dez staring at me in the corner of my eye which causing me to giggle and wrap my arms around his neck. I sigh in content and shrug with a smile. "What?" I ask as he looked at me like he was in a love trance. "We've been holding it off for a long time now but you know what I wanna do?" He asked as I made a confused expression. "I wanna marry you." He said with a small smile as I widen my eyes a bit in shock but also with happiness. I smile widely before leaving in and kissing him.
Austin's POV
I hold onto Mel's hand as I watch the elevator door open. "Hey, we're almost there." I said as she stopped looking at me as if I was serious. "Almost there? We have 3 hallways to walk down before we get to my room!" She yelled as flinched. "Sorry, I just wanted to make you feel better."
"It would make me feel better if I could get out these heels that are murdering my feet!"
"I told you not to wear them while you're pregnant."
"I'm Melanie Moon. I always have to look good." She said as I rolled my eyes at the use of my last name even though it is technically hers too. "Ally's boyfriend...he seemed very nice." Mel suddenly said which confused me but I decided to ignore it. "I mean he seems...good for her." She said as I rolled my eyes as continued walking.
"Are you trying to make me jealous or something?" I ask annoyed. "No! Why would I want you to be jealous of another girl with a guy? I just...I know she meant a lot to you and I figured making sure you know she's in safe hands would calm your nerves." She said as if it was helpful. "Meant? Ally means more to me than anyone besides my baby. It doesn't make me feel calm that she's with someone else even if she's happy because we both know that we're meant to be together even if she decides to deny it." I said as Mel grunted frustrated.
"Mel, you're not in love me. I'm not in love you. This is not new news, these are plain facts that we knew for a very long time. I'm gonna keep fighting for Ally after this baby is born and nothing is gonna stop me. So be grateful that I'm gonna be a good father in the first place but I will not and I repeat get back with you Mel. What we have is done. It has been for a long time." I said as we finally arrived at her door.
She sighed but not in a angry way. "That reminds me, starting next week you need to move back into my room." I said as she laughed out loud. "I'm sorry, didn't you just make a huge speech about not getting back together?" She asked folding her arms causing me to roll my eyes for the hundredth time today. She gets way ahead of herself. "Don't take it the wrong way. The only reason I'm moving you back in is because I remember the doctor said it's harder to sleep when the belly expands and I want to make sure that you are comfortable so the baby is. I want to monitor her better." I admitted as she smiled a little. "You're gonna be a great father." She complimented. "Thanks." I said not caring that she thought so as I opened her door. I helped her into her pajamas before helping her into bed. "Do you need anything else before I go?" I asked calmly. "No, thank you." She said as I nodded before leaving.
Mel's POV
I sigh laying my head back. Suddenly, there's a knock on my door which confuses me but I assume it's just Austin checking up on me like he usually does since I got pregnant.
I go to open the door and when I do my eyes widen in surprise. And then a huge smile covers my face. "Chris!" I yelled before hugging him to death. I would have jumped in his arms but my tummy is way to big for that. I pulled away and he smiled shyly. "Do you mind if I come in?" He asked as I nodded my head eagerly before closing the door. "What are you doing here? How did you get in? Who let you in? Sorry, for all the questions. Oh my god, I'm just so happy your here!" I said hugging him again as he held me back tightly with a light chuckle.
"What you did for those innocent women was amazing. It took heart and kindness." He complimented which caused a small smile on my face. "Thank you. That means a lot coming from you...but I know you didn't come all this way, 100 miles to be exact, just to say that. What's on your mind?" I ask sitting down on my bed holding one hand on my belly as he sits next to me. "You're completely right. I guess sometimes I like to stall when I'm nervous. Even though I really am proud of you." He said as I touched his hand gently reassuring him he could talk to me.
"The last time I was here...you whispered in my ear that you loved me for the first time." He said as my breath hitched at the memory. "I wanna know if that was really true." He said looking me deep in my eyes as I grew confused. "Why are you doubting it now?" I questioned as he looked at me like 'really' before staring at my belly as I chuckled a little. "Right. Because I'm pregnant with my husband's baby." I said awkwardly as he sighed.
"Look, Mel." He said taking the hand I wasn't using to hold my belly into his hands. "When I left, I never thought it was gonna be the end of me and you. I always imagined me going away for a couple months to get my head straight and to give you time to realize what you want. Then I would come back and you would realize that your happier with me. You would divorce Austin and be with me." He says explaining his romantic and heartbreaking plan as I smile a little with tears in my eyes. "It's stupid right?" He asked and I shake my head. "No, it's not." I say letting go of his hands so I can bring mine to his face and look at what I call perfection.
"That life is perfect. But that's the thing. Perfect doesn't exist. The real situation is what it is and we can't change it. My baby deserves a great family unit and that's why I can't Chris." I say feeling guilty over breaking his and my heart once again. He nods his head as tears fill his eyes as I wipe them away. "Chris, if we're being honest here, I don't deserve you. I never have. You're sweet, handsome and an amazing guy who would probably go to the ends of the earth for me. I'm...I'm just too selfish to accept the good things in life. I always have been." I admit looking down a little before looking into his eyes.
"But if there's one thing I know, it's that I love you Chris McCall. I always will." I say honestly and he smiles. "It's nice to hear that again...but honestly, it just makes it worse." He said as I sighed feeling horrible before I laid my head onto his shoulder as we stay there enjoying each others company before he has to leave.
Ally's POV
I feel my eyes get sleepier as I drive in Ryan's passenger seat as we head to his place. I decided to sleep over his place tonight because I never have before and I just wanna be with him tonight.
We pull up in front of the building where I'm assuming his apartment is. There's a guy outside it and Ryan seems to recognize him and rushes out leaving me inside. I get confused as the guys talks and explains something to him as Ryan nods and pats his back thanking him for something. The guys kind of looks like him to be honest.
After the guy leaves in his car, he comes back over to his car and opens the door for me. I'm too tired so I decide to leave what just happen alone. "You sleepy sweetheart?" He asked wrapping his coat around me as I smile widely in his face with tired eyes. "I am." I said as he kissed my forehead and took my hand into his building and up the stairs to his floor.
He got out his key and we walked in the apartment that was actually pretty nice. "I thought you said your place was a mess!" I said playfully hitting his chest. "It was! I cleaned up before we headed to the White House." He said as I smirked. "Oh, so you just assumed I would sleep over huh?" I asked with raised eyebrows. "Let's just say I hoped." He asked with a soft bite of the lip.
"Well, you can get comfortable and then we can head to bed." He said as I nodded before taking off my heels and his coat leaving me now in this fancy uncomfortably long dress. I pouted which caused a laugh from him. "I'll be right back." He said leaving before returning with a long white t shirt of his.
I removed my dress revealing my red lace set before sliding the t shirt on that went down to my knees due to my shortness. He laughed at me and I gasped hitting his chest again. "Don't laugh at me!" I said as he chuckled again. "I'm sorry but you're just... really adorable in my shirt." He said as I blushed before remembering something.
"Hey, I wanted to talk to you about something. About the First Lady shutting down the rumors completely, I'm able to have all my clients back at ADA which means I don't need to work at the coffee shop anymore. I'll probably even work at the White House again because it's become a third home to me." I said truthfully as he nodded happy but sadly. "I understand babe. Of course I'm sad too see you leave but I know you can do better and I want you too. Plus, I think it's healthier for our relationship that we don't work together, ya know?" He said as I smiled at his happiness for me. He really is the best. "Yeah I do know. Thank you, Ryan." I said hugging him as he smiled before looking in my eyes.
"Look, I wanted to thank you for today. I know you didn't want to go but it was the best birthday present I've ever gotten and I feel bad I'll never be able to repay you for it." He said as I wrapped my arms around his neck. "All you have to do is kiss me." I said calmly as he smiled before leaning down and taking his lips into mine. Our soft lips collide so sweetly that it causes a moan out of me. As we make out, he licks my lips with his tongue asking for entrance and I gladly accept his offer and we fight for dominance forever as it seems until I hear someone say-
"Da da?" I pull away to see a little boy standing in front of a door he opened.
I look at Ryan completely confused and baffled at where he came from. Ryan nervously looks at me before walking shyly over to the boy grabbing one of his hands. "Ally, this is Tommy. My son." He said as I widen my eyes in disbelief.
P.S I wanted to let you guys know ahead of time that after I post the next chapter, it will be going on another but LAST 2 week hiatus because I'm working on my final senior project, since I got my rough draft back. School first! Please still answer questions, love knowing your thoughts.
END OF CHAPTER REVIEW QUESTIONS
1.) Have you warmed up to Ryan and Ally's relationship yet?
2.) What do you think about Mel becoming actually attached to her baby?
3.) How do you feel about Austin & Ally's convo?
4.) Did you OMG at that Chris return? Thoughts on the scene?
5.) Thoughts on that twist at the end?