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Chapter 32 A relaxing afternoon
When Penny and Lisa have chosen their bridesmaid's dress, both decided to go for the same one, a light blue, elegant dress, that ends right under their knees, it's simple but has some glitters on it, Baby has junior back in the carrier and she smiles as she looks at him, they're waiting for Martha to have the dresses packed, "here you go," Martha says as she lays the boxes down on te desk, the girls walk to the desk and smile, "thank you so much for your help," Baby says, Martha smiles as she looks at Baby, "it was my pleasure, I'm sure you both will knock them off their socks." Martha says and they giggle.
Martha makes the receipt and smiles, Baby got the money from Johnny, he was not letting her pay for it, even though her parents have given her money, Billy and Johnny pay for everything, it's what they want, Baby pays for the dresses while Penny and Lisa take the boxes, Jenny takes the baby bag and smiles, "I wish you all the happiness and luck on your wedding day and for the future as well," Martha says, the girls smile at her, "thanks." Jenny and Baby say together, they walk outside and look around, "I'm gonna lay the dresses in the trunk." Penny says, she walks to the car and Lisa follows her.
"What will we do next? It's not lunch time yet," Jenny says, "let's look for something nice for junior," Baby says, "you mean a baby suit for the wedding?" Jenny asks with a smile, "yeah, I want my little man to look good on my special day," Baby says, "that's so cute, I'm sure he'll be the center attention of the whole wedding," Jenny says and Baby smiles, Penny and Lisa came back, "so, what's next?" Lisa asks with a smile, she's having a great time with the girls, "let's go to a baby shop before we're having lunch," Baby says, "let's go." Penny says and they walk down the street.
Sean is packing the suits after the best men have changed into their normal clothes again, "you were one of the easiest customers I've ever had," Sean says as he hangs the suit bags up, he turns and starts writing the receipt, "I'm happy with the suits, they're perfect," Johnny says, Sean looks at him and smiles, "here, if something would go wrong with the suits before the wedding, please call me, I will fix the suits for free," Sean says as he hands the receipt to Johnny who takes it and gives it to Billy while taking the money out of his pocket, Billy looks at it and smiles, "I will, thanks a lot," Johnny says as Sean gives him the change back, "I wish you all the luck and happiness on your wedding day," Sean says with a smile, "thanks." Billy says, Colin and Chris take the suits and walk outside.
"I'm hungry," Colin says, "let's get some lunch then," Billy says, they nod, Johnny helps the guys putting the suits in the car and then they walk to a luncheonette to have lunch, "what will we do this afternoon?" Chris asks, "I need a hair trim, you guys can get one too, after that we can hit a bar and have a beer," Johnny says, "I could use a haircut." Chris says with a smile.
"What you reckon the girls are doing?" Colin asks, he's thinking about Lisa and smiles, "I guess they're either still looking for a dress, or they're gonna get pampered," Billy says with a smile, Johnny looks at Colin and smiles, "why don't you tell Lisa your feelings?" Johnny asks, Colin looks at him and starts to blush, "I'm not sure what she really thinks of me," he says, the waiter came with their lunch, "she has the same thoughts about you," Johnny says, Colin's eyebrows went up, "I normally don't interfere, but even I can see how you two are circling around each other," Billy says, the others nod, "so you really think she likes me?" Colin asks, "she does, very much so, if I were you I wouldn't wait too long either, just go to her and tell her and then kiss her." Johnny says.
Colin thinks about it and then smiles, he nods as he starts to eat, "and you, Chris?" Johnny asks and Chris looks at Johnny, "what do you mean?" Chris asks, "how was it?" Johnny asks with a wink, "how did you know?" Chris asks, "your face this morning when you arrived at my cabin, it said it all," Johnny says and Chris went full red, "how was it?" Johnny asks again, Billy chuckles a little, "it was amazing, I never felt those things before," Chris nearly whispers, "I'm happy for you," Johnny says with a smile, "and you, Peter, you like someone besides my cousin?" Billy asks with a wink, Peter chuckles now and smiles.
"Is it that obvious?" He asks after a moment, "I told you," Johnny says, Peter nods, "I don't really have someone I like," Peter says, "besides my cousin," Billy says and they chuckle again, "stop teasing him, cuz," Johnny says, Billy smiles, "you're so wanted with both genders, cuz," Billy says and Johnny laughs wholeheartedly about it, Billy looks at Peter again, "don't worry, I'm sure you'll find someone that's right for you," Billy says, "thanks, Billy." Peter says and sips his glass, they eat on while they talk about the girls and the wedding.
"Look at this," Baby says as she lifts a black baby suit up, the girls are roaming around in the baby shop that they've passed, "oh my god, that's too cute," Lisa says with a smile, "you reckon it will fit him?" Lisa asks when the shop owner walks to them, "is there anything I can help you with?" She asks, they turn and smile, the shop owner sees junior and smiles, "he's beautiful," she says as she moves closer to look at junior who starts to smile, "he looks like a very happy baby, it's a he, right?" She asks, "yeah, this is my son, junior," Baby says with a proud smile, "you look so young, where's the father?" She asks as she takes a little hand from junior, who keeps smiling as he looks at her.
"He's looking for a suit for the wedding, together with Jenny's fiancé and their best men," Baby answers and points at Jenny, the shop owner smiles, "congratulations, when is the wedding?" She asks, "next Thursday," Baby answers, Lisa smiles as she looks at the baby suit again, "you think this will fit?" Lisa asks, the shop owner looks at the baby suit and then at junior, "how many months is he?" She asks, "one and a half month," Baby answers, "then this will be too big for him," she says as she takes the baby suit, "you got something like that, that will fit him?" Baby asks, "yeah," she says and looks at the other baby suits, she looks for the right one and smiles, "here, this should fit him perfectly," she says and shows it, "you can try it on him, if you want."
"I would love to do that," Baby says, "follow me," she says with a smile, Baby follows her to the back, there's a little room with a table, Baby lifts junior out of the carrier and lays him down on the table, the shop owner helps Baby with the baby suit, junior starts to cry because he's away from Baby's warmth, "just a moment, son, you'll be getting back against mommy," Baby whispers, "he's very attached to you," the shop owner says, "yeah, I think he's tired and normally when I walk with him and he's tired, he sleeps against my chest," Baby says, "that's the best naps they can get, being with mommy," she says and Baby smiles, "he loves daddy more." Baby says with a happy smile.
"I've never seen a girl your age being so happy about having a baby and getting married," she says, Baby looks at her still smiling, "it's not every day that you meet your true love," Baby says, "sounds like a dream," she says and Baby giggles a little, she looks at junior again, who has stopped crying again and is looking at his mother, moving his arms impatiently, "look at that, he's demanding," the shop owner says, Baby giggles about it, "like his father," Baby says teasingly, the shop owner laughs about it, Baby puts the upper part of the suit on and smiles, "it fits," Baby says as she's arranging him a bit, "he looks like a prince now," the shop owner says with a smile, "yeah, I'll take it, I want him to look good on his parents' special day."
Baby takes the baby suit off again, the shop owner straightens it a bit and folds it, Baby lifts junior up again and lays him against her, he's making some sounds, "I love you," Baby whispers as she waggles him a little, "I'm gonna pack this, if you need something more, feel free, I'll lay this on the desk," she says and Baby looks at her with a nod, they walk out of the room and Baby looks at the girls, she puts junior back in the carrier when Jenny came to Baby, "I found these black socks, maybe it fits with the baby suit?" She asks, "yeah, thanks, it's perfect," Baby says as she looks at the little socks, they walk to the desk, Lisa and Penny join them, "that's all?" The shop owner asks with a smile as Jenny gives her the socks, "yeah," Baby says as she takes the money, "thanks, I wish you all the luck and happiness with your wedding and with this little one," the shop owner says with a smile, "thanks." Baby says with a happy smile, the girls went outside and look for a place to get lunch.
That afternoon, at the resort, Mr. Castle is walking to Bianca's cabin, he hasn't seen Clarissa since yesterday's dance, he smiles as he thinks about her, the days here at the resort so far have been truly great, he hopes that Clarissa wants to keep dating him after the holiday as well, last night he had a little trouble with not taking her to his cabin, he's longing for her but she told him she wants to take it slow, and he respects that.
Inside Bianca's cabin, Clarissa is looking in the mirror at her make-up, Bianca sits on the couch and looks at Clarissa from her book, "you don't have to dress up for him," Bianca says, "I want to," Clarissa says and Bianca rolls her eyes, "he loves you without all of it as well," Bianca says, Clarissa sighs a little, "you think it's time for the next step?" Clarissa asks, "you haven't done that yet?" Bianca asks a little surprised, "no, I told him that I wanted to take it slow and he's very respectful," Clarissa says with a happy smile, "Clarissa," Bianca starts, Clarissa turns to her, "why are you letting him wait? I know you want that as well, as much as he probably wants it," Bianca says, Clarissa looks at her hands that are holding the lipstick, "but what if he doesn't want me anymore after the holiday? I'm just scared that he'll only want that," Clarissa says, "if that were the case, he wouldn't have kept holding on with you," Bianca says, she stands up and went to Clarissa, "why are you so scared?"
"You know my past," Clarissa says, "I know, but it doesn't mean he will be bad to you," Bianca says, "they say that you only can have one true love in your life, what if he's not that?" Clarissa asks, "but what if he's your true love?" Bianca asks, Clarissa sighs, "Clarissa, you want him for years, he's has been nothing but a gentleman to you, he looks at you all the time and smiles," Bianca says with a smile, "ever since the first evening here, you both are practically inseparable, I don't see the problem of just going to the next step, make it official, I'm pretty sure you'll make him very happy."
On that moment, Mr. Castle knocks on the door and waits, "he's here, now go with him, enjoy the time together," Bianca says with a wink, Clarissa looks at her friend and then nods, she lays the lipstick down and walks to the door, she opens it and he smiles more when he sees her, "you care for a walk?" He asks, "I would love to." she says and looks at Bianca who only waves at them, she sits down again and shakes her head a little while taking her book.
They walk on the path towards the gazebo, he looks at her as she has hooked her arm with his, "what's in your mind?" He whispers, she looks at his face and holds her breath, "you're so handsome, do you know that?" She asks, he chuckles a little, "thanks, but you're not telling me what's on your mind, I can see that something is bothering you," he says and pauses a bit, "is it me?" He asks, he stops walking and she looks at the lake, "no," she whispers, "what is it then?" He asks a little worried, she looks at him again and sees the worry.
"I'm scared of going to the next step," she says, "I can wait until you're ready for it," he says, he exhales a little, "I know you will do that, but it's not that," she says, "please tell me, you're confusing me," he says, she lays her hand on his cheek and he closes his eyes, "I'm afraid that you don't want us anymore after the holiday," she whispers, he opens his eyes again and looks into hers, "I have the same fear," he whispers, she keeps looking in his eyes, "I want to keep dating you, I want us to be official," he whispers, "really?" She asks, he nods and bit his lip a little, "I'm in love with you for years, I just never dared to show it, or to take that first step."
Clarissa moves closer to him and starts to kiss him, he kisses her back and his hands grab her head, she holds her breath and grabs his shirt, they keep kissing for some time, she stops the kiss and smiles as she sees his face, he's still having his eyes closed but smiles, "I want to be official too," she whispers, he opens his eyes and looks into hers, "what's holding you back?" He asks, "I don't know, I got a big history with my late husband," she whispers, "I know, but I'm not him and I'll show you that love can be real," he promises her, she pulls on his shirt and he starts to grin a little, he kisses her again, "show me."
He looks in her eyes and starts to smile now, "I'll gladly do," he whispers, making her giggle, "come," he whispers and lays his arm around her, she lays hers around him, he takes her with him to his cabin and she can't stop looking at him, he looks at her and smiles, they kiss again when they're at his cabin, she lays her arms around his neck and he grabs her tightly, "hmm," he says as he opens the door, "what?" She whispers as they step inside his cabin, still holding each other, "I'm probably very rusty, it has been years," he whispers, "same," she whispers and giggles, he kisses her again and lifts her up, she shrieks a little as he walks to the bed.
It's near dinner time when girls came back from their day, "I feel so relaxed now," Penny says as she steps out, Baby did too, "me too, say Pen," Baby says and Penny looks at her, "would you like to keep the dresses in your cabin?" Baby asks, she has been thinking about it, she doesn't want Johnny to see her dress until the wedding day, "yeah, I can imagine that Johnny and Billy are curious about the dresses, they'll be safe with me," Penny says, Baby hugs Penny and smiles, "thanks, Pen," Baby says, "anything for my best friends." Penny says and opens the trunk.
"I'll help you," Jenny says as she takes two boxes, "thanks, Jen," Penny says as she takes the other two boxes, Lisa takes the bag with the baby suit, "what about the baby suit?" Lisa asks, "Penny can keep it in her cabin too, I want it to be a surprise for everyone," Baby says with a smile, Penny holds up her free hand, Lisa hands the bag and smiles, "I'm going to mom and dad, I bet they're curious about the day," Lisa says as she looks at Baby again, "it was a great day, thanks for being there, sis," Baby says and they hug, "if you're not going to the main hall this evening, then I'll see you tomorrow." Lisa says, she hugs Jenny and Penny as well.
The guys arrive on that moment, "go with the dresses," Baby quickly says, the two quickly walk to Penny's cabin when Johnny parks his car, he sees Penny and Jenny quickly walking inside Penny's cabin, "what's that all about?" He asks as he looks at Baby who's smiling at him, he went to her and gives her a loving kiss, "oh, nothing," Baby whispers teasingly, he looks at her face, "Penny is hiding the dresses, isn't she?" He whispers, Baby only winks and turns to greet the guys, "I'm going now, Baby," Lisa says, she has been looking at Colin who's smiling at her, "have a nice dinner," Johnny says, Lisa looks at him and nods, she turns and walks away, "Lisa! Wait!" Colin says and runs after her.
The guys chuckle a little, "I guess he finally takes the first step," Chris says, Baby looks at them and became curious, Johnny sees her face and chuckles, "we told Colin to take the first step, we all know they like each other," Johnny says, Baby starts to smile now, "good," Baby says, Johnny looks at his son, Baby lifts him out of the carrier and gives him to his father, "how did he behave?" Johnny asks as he looks at his sleeping son, "he charmed everyone, he's just like you," Baby says and Johnny chuckles a little, Peter came closer to Baby and she looks at him, he gives her a hug and smiles, "are you okay?" Baby asks.
"I'm great, but I've got something to tell you, I told the guys earlier as well and I want to be open on it with you and the girls as well," Peter says when Jenny and Penny came back, Chris grabs Penny for a kiss and Jenny hugs Billy, "you came out?" Baby asks, he nods and Baby hugs him again, "that's very brave," Jenny says as she looks at Peter, "I was so nervous," he says as Jenny and Penny give him a hug as well, "thanks, girls," he says, "we're going now," Chris says, "you're gonna have some fun?" Johnny says teasingly, Penny rolls her eyes, "no, I'm taking Penny with me to have dinner with my parents, we're gonna tell them we're official now," Chris says with a smile, "sweet, have a great time." Baby says and they nod, they wave and walk away.
"If you don't mind, I want some alone time with my fiancée," Billy says as he takes Jenny in his arms again, "we don't mind, cuz," Johnny says, "have a good evening," Billy says and they walk to Billy's cabin, Jenny giggles a little, Johnny looks at Peter who sighs a little, "you want to join us?" Johnny asks, "you don't mind?" Peter asks, Johnny looks at Baby who smiles, "no, we don't, I guess Colin is gonna stay with Lisa now, the others are occupied as well, and we love your company." Baby says and hooks her arm with Peter, they walk to the cabin, Johnny follows them.
"I hope you found a dress," Peter says as they're inside, "yeah, I found the perfect dress," Baby says as she opens the fridge for a drink, "want something to drink as well?" She asks, "yes, please, I'm a little thirsty," Peter says as he sits down on the couch, Johnny went to him and lays junior on Peter's arms, "I'm going to get food from the kitchen at the restaurant today, a nice treat for us," Johnny says, "okay," Peter says, Johnny looks at Baby and she gives him a kiss, "hmm, if you can steal a lobster, you would make me very happy," she whispers, he chuckles a little, "one lobster, got it, I'll be back in a few." he says and gives her a kiss before going to the restaurant.