Time seemed to move in slow motion as Amy waited in the hospital lobby. The clock's tick echoed in the silent room. How long had been? It felt like an eternity. Even though her dad was here to comfort her, there was
nothing he could do, or either of them for that matter, but wait and hope.
Finally, a nurse entered the room and asked for "Miss Winslow". Instantly, Amy stood up and replied Yes, that's me. [The nurse] Mr. Burke is stable and is asking for you, just be sure and not excite him as he needs to rest. Rushing into the room, Amy paused as she caught the first glimpse of Travis. [Amy] Oh, Travis, I was so scared - as she hurried to his side then softly started kissing his hand. [Travis] Come here - as he pulled her in for a kiss that made her forget for a second how she was going to chew him out.
Eventually pulling out of the kiss, Amy started in [Amy] You are the one always telling me to be careful. The visible pain on Amy's face was heart-wrenching [Travis] I know, I know; I had a lot on my mind I wasn't thinking straight, I'm sorry, Amy. [Amy] Sorry?! You could have very well died, Travis! Do you understand that? Her voice cracked with emotion. I don't know what I would have done if that happened. Half whispered half-spoken, [Amy] How would I ever live without you? Amy's eyes brimmed with tears and a tender smile slowly swept across her face - so don't ever do that again, okay? [Travis] Understood - as he caressed her hand, determined to never let go of it. For a moment, as Amy brushed wisps of his hair aside and stroked his cheek; they soaked in the delicate beauty of living and loving.
Breaking the silence, Travis said, you know what I was trying to tell you earlier, well I can't wait any longer. Amy's heart started racing. [Travis] I am used to saving lives, being the good guy, and making sure everyone is safe. But, Amy, you saved me - His soft brown eyes drifted from her hand until they locked eyes - Not only today but every day. The day I met you, I had no idea if I was capable of loving so deeply or if I was worthy of being loved so completely. You changed all of that. I don't ever want to imagine my life without you in it. Amy Winslow, will you marry me? [Amy] Yes! yes, of course, I will marry you. Tears streamed down both of their faces. Immediately, they leaned into a passionate embrace holding each other close, thus beginning the new chapter of their life together. As their lips slowly parted, both positively glowed [Travis]
Well, we had better tell Graham. [Amy] We will, but I want to do this first - as Amy quickly stole another kiss from her fiancé before calling her dad into the room.
Fiancé, it has a nice ring to it, doesn't it?
The End