I fell to my knees sobbing. It had been in the back of my mind, nagging at my conscience but I had never acknowledged it. Today, I had and the signs hit with full force, causing my emotions to lose control.
"I did it. Something I never wanted to do. I'm so sorry. I've pushed You aside." I buried my head in my hands. "I-I lost You, my First Love." Tears and sobs began anew and racked my body. "I - Please forgive me."
That's when I heard His Voice call my name. I froze, as my Love knelt on one knee in front of me. I couldn't bring myself to look at Him.
Again, He called my name, placing His hand on my cheek, raising my face to His. Jesus' eyes had tears in them, but a gentle smile was on His lips.
"Of course, I forgive you."
Tears filled my eyes again, which poured over His hand on my face. Overcome, I fell into Him; His arms enfolding me in an embrace. He stroked my hair, calming me.
"Beloved." I raised my head to look into Jesus' face. "Do you understand?"
My smile was my answer.
Slowly, we leaned toward each other, when I felt His lips touch mine. It was a gentle kiss, but slowly, ever slowly, it deepened. His right arm was around my waist, and His left hand held my head, pulling me closer. My arms went around His neck, my hands reaching into His hair.
I had to pull away for air, and I stared up into Jesus' shining eyes.
"I love You," I whispered, full of emotion.
"I love you," He answered, before capturing my lips again.