-As the frost covers the ground, our love will lead the way-
-December 20th-
It was barely snowing.
Frost surrounded the earth ever so slightly, like a soft kiss to the ground.
The weather in Seattle was always strange, especially at this time of year.
It was colder than usual, and it began snowing earlier, and more frequently than the years past.
It was effervescent. Lovely. Peaceful.
Yet somehow surprising.
Winter was always absolute chaos in the Grey-Shepherd household. Especially during Christmas time. This year though, was going to be incredibly different, because Amelia is adding Link to the mix… and next year, they'll have someone else with them as well. Between the shopping, the family, and the stress of it all, she wasn't quite sure how she was going to survive. This is her first Christmas with Link… and yet this was their last alone at the same time.
The thought haunted her.
It teased her, like a fateful whisper in the back of her ear.
It tore her apart.
Her mind was constantly occupied with anxiety. How could they do it? How would it work? She didn't know… often times she'd just leap and hope for the best. But planning ahead… having to work it all out… that was strange for Amelia.
As she stared at her sisters, nieces, and nephew decorating the tree in their living room, (last minute like usual) she felt happiness like none other. There was something so special, almost magical about decorating with your family. Her thoughts slowed, as she zoned away from this world. Soon, she brought back to reality by an excited Link. He was big and smiley... and in pajamas. Ever since he moved into Meredith's house to be with Amelia, It seemed as though he was always in pajamas. She really didn't mind though, because she was the same.
"Hey." He said softly as he tapped her shoulder against his own, swiftly handing her a mug of hot cocoa. He quickly unraveled the blanket around his back, and placed it around her so they could share.
"Hey." She responded, inching herself closer to the blanket, and pulling it fully around her side.
Every time she caught his gaze she smiled uncontrollably... like an absolute dork. This time wasn't an exception in any way.
She snuggled into him, letting her head rest completely into his embrace. He was comfortable, safe.
He made her feel more than safe.
No.
He made her feel… seen. Something that was even more powerful.
"This is our first Christmas together you know." He said softly, swinging his arm under the blanket. His eyes were wide and happy. But then again, when weren't they?
"I know." Amelia breathed with a light laugh. She nursed the mug of hot cocoa in her hand wearily, taking a sip and then looking down at the floor.
"And our last alone." She chuckled.
Link smiled up at her, again causing her to smile in return. But soon after, her face became stoic, and her body released even more into his arms. Fear set in once again.
"How are we gonna do this?" She whispered tentatively, as she ran her finger over top of the mug.
His face turned, as the thoughts he pressed down began to swirl. It was almost as if her question sobered him up... and he was nowhere near drunk.
"I don't know." He answered honestly, without even really noticing that he was responding to her question.
Her gaze hit the ground once more, almost as though she was defeated. If he didn't know the answer, then who would? How could they do this if they had no clue where to go next? How would this be figured out? Uncertainty flooded her mind, hand in hand with the fear... the anxiety.
Suddenly, Link pulled her closer. "But I do know that we can."
She shot her head up almost immediately, her eyes saying all that the words couldn't, almost as if they were speaking for themselves.
He couldn't help but notice how not only her eyes speak so clearly, but how they glisten in the light. Whether it was the bright light of the sun on an easy morning, candle light in a dim restaurant, or even the light in the O.R, her eyes still illuminated the atmosphere regardless.
The piercing blue-like frost took him captive... it engulfed him.
Every time he looked into her eyes, something inside of him bubbled.
Something inside of him changed.
He became sure in that moment of what he's known all along.
He is gonna marry that girl.
"It'll work out somehow." He said as he pulled himself back into tune. Her eyes met his again, and all that remained inside of him melted.
He placed his hand on her belly, letting it rest where their baby was kicking up a storm. "He seems to agree."
Amelia smiled at his words. "He?" She asked.
"Just a feeling." He replied.
She smiled once more, and met his hand, rubbing his knuckles softly.
They both lifted their heads up in unison, staring once again at the chaos of tree decorating.
"At least we have this to look forward to." She breathed.
Decorating was always her favorite part about the holidays. The best part? Link seemed to enjoy it with her family. He loved her family despite the crazy, and that is something she will cherish forever. In all honesty, she never wanted this moment to end. Everyone was happy. Truly, genuinely happy. Nothing could compare.
"Hey! Come help us." Maggie asked, Interrupting their moment, and snapping them both out of their bliss.
And with that, they ended the night full of hot cocoa, family, and a little eased anxiety.
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-The Color Grey
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