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We walked into the hotel and I looked around in awe. It was gorgeous. Sure, I had been to some of the finest hotels around the world, but I swear this one surpassed them all. It wasn't just because of the marble floors and columns, beautiful flower arrangements, and cascading water fountains. It was because of the amazing man standing beside me.
"Wow."
Vaughn smiled. "I'm guessing you approve?"
"I definitely approve."
We went to the desk where Vaughn checked us in and got our keys.
"Top floor?"
Vaughn just nodded.
We rode the elevator in silence as we made our journey to the top floor. We stopped in front of room 747 as Vaughn fumbled with the keys.
The door clicked telling us that it was unlocked, but Vaughn didn't open it.
"Close your eyes," he instructed.
I chuckled. "Vaughn, what are we five?"
"Close your eyes," he said again, this time a little more forceful.
I gave in and snapped my eyes shut.
"No peeking," Vaughn cautioned, "Or else."
"Or else what, Agent Vaughn?"
"Let's hope we don't have to find out," he said as he gently took my hand and led me into the room.
He positioned me where he wanted me in the room and gave me a quick peck. "Wait right here a minute…and don't peek!"
I stuck my tongue out at him as I stood there. I heard him bustling about, but I had no idea what he was up to.
After standing there for what seemed like 15 minutes with my eyes closed, I started to tap my foot impatiently.
I heard Vaughn laugh. "It'll be just a minute Syd."
"How long have I been standing here?"
"Just a couple minutes."
"Only a couple minutes!"
Vaughn laughed again. "Alright, alright." I felt him take his place beside me. "Open your eyes, beautiful," he whispered softly in my ear, causing chills down my spine.
I slowly opened my eyes, and let out a gasp when I saw what was in front of me.
There where white candles everywhere illuminating the enormous room. Tiny tea candles along with numerous sizes of pillar candles were on every flat surface causing shadows to dance on the walls. Yellow and white roses hugged the room, as arrangements were placed in the corners, on the dresser, on the bed.
Aside from the candles and the roses, the room itself was breathtaking. Still speechless, I slowly made my way around the room. There was a sitting room that was painted burgundy and trimmed with gold. The couch and one chair were plump and inviting, and to one wall was a big screen TV.
The bathroom was done in white marble and gold trim as well. The Jacuzzi tub was huge (definitely plenty of room for two people). There was even a TV in the wall where the tub was! A stand alone shower was in the corner, and huge mirror in an ornate gold frame was hung about the sinks. Even the toilet looked elegant!
The bedroom was phenomenal. It was done in light pink and white. The king sized bed was dead center and a huge plush down comforter was on top of it. There was a fireplace opposite the bed, and candles graced the hearth and mantle of that as well.
"Vaughn…" I finally whispered. "This is…"
"Don't you say too much," he said softly.
"But it is! I don't deserve this! I can't imagine how much it cost you."
He took my wrists and looked me in the eyes. "You deserve so much more than this, Syd. All of this," he said motioning around the room, "Is just a small way to show you how much you mean to me."
"A small way? All the money…"
"Shhh…it's worth it."
"How can you say that?"
"Easy…you're worth it."
I smiled at him. "It's so beautiful, Vaughn. I don't even know what to say."
"I'm glad you like it."
"Of course I like it! No one has ever done anything like this for me."
He kissed me. "There's something else I want to show you."
"There's more!"
He took my hand and led me out two double doors onto our balcony. And for the second time that night I let out a gasp.
The balcony had been done in black iron and had an old fashioned quality about it. But the main reason for my gasp was the view. We were right on the water. The waves were hitting the somewhat rocky shore and the water glistened under the moonlight.
I couldn't take anymore, as a few tears sprung from my eyes.
Vaughn looked at me concerned, "Sydney, what's wrong?"
I smiled through my tears, "Nothing. I am just so so happy."
He studied me for a moment and leaned down until his lips met mine. The kiss started out slow and soft, but quickly grew in intensity. I wrapped my arms around his neck as he wrapped his around my waist and pull me closer to him. I ran my fingers through is hair as the kiss deepened.
After a few minutes Vaughn pulled away, much to my disappointment. I could've stayed out there kissing him all night, and I made my opinion known.
"I could've done that all night."
"Mmmm…me too. But I had something else in mind."
"What's that?" I asked as I pulled him even closer.
He kissed me. "Order some champagne," he kissed me again.
"Anything else?"
A devilish grin spread across his face, "And I was thinking we could check out that Jacuzzi."
I grinned back, "Make sure it's working properly?"
"Oh yeah."
