When I lived with the Camden's Chapter 8, a 7th heaven fanfic

When I lived with the Camden's 8.

Lisa's Office

"After spending a week with Ruth and Martin and speaking with their friends at schools and teachers and Mrs. Lakos, I must say that you are so lucky to have such great responsible children" Lisa began without any preamble as Annie smiled.

"So Ruth is okay? Or she will be?"

"Well she is on the road to recovery. The anniversary of her rape is coming closer and she is afraid something might happen but the last couple of days she seems stronger somehow. I believe the defense classes are starting to take affect"

Eric nodded slightly as Annie asked "Is there a reason why she needs to sleep with Martin?"

"Well that in itself was tricky to find out. When I first questioned her about it, she gave me the song and dance she's been giving you but just yesterday she made a breakthrough and the gist of it is that she loves him."

As Eric opened his mouth to say something, Lisa cut him off by saying "This is not puppy love or some crush. As far as Ruth is concerned Martin belongs to her and no one else. Also" Lisa stated as she looked at Bill "Martin feels the same way"

Bill nodded and replied "I figured as much"

"I've encouraged Ruth to share those feelings with Martin in any way possible, once they both know where they stand with one another, they will begin to lessen their grip on each other"

"That makes sense" Eric replied as Lisa said "However I must warn you there cannot be any more of this talk about sleeping separate beds. I know that you are unhappy with the fact that they share a bed, but if you keep threatening them with this, they will not let go."

"So we just ignore it?" Bill asked as Lisa smiled and said "unfortunately yes and don't think for one minute that this is one-sided. Martin has also gained some positive attributes. Did you know that he is second in his class? He's right after Ruth"

"Really?" Bill asked in amazement.

"yes, I didn't find out until Ruth told me and Mrs. Lakos confirmed it"

"Wow I knew his grades were good but not that good"

"He's very modest. You should be very proud"

"I am" Bill replied smiling.

"So in conclusion, the more Ruth begins opening up to Martin, the more supervision they will need. Start incorporating family time, make it mandatory for them to be present,this will keep them from isolating themselves"

"We will" Annie said as they all stood up. Lisa took a deep breath and said "Believe it or not you were the easy group. I'm going to bring Ruth and Martin together so that they can share their feelings towards one another. I must warn you it may be intense and there will be a lot of changes once everything is said and done"

"I am prepared to deal with anything other than pre-marital sex. That is where I draw the line" Eric grimly stated as Lisa said "Well you definitely do not have to worry about that. They have both stated waiting till marriage"

Martin's POV

When Annie, Eric and my dad came out they all seemed pretty happy.

My dad looked at Annie and Eric and said "I'll wait" This confused me since Ruth and I had went in my car. Lisa looked at Ruth and I and said "Okay you two, come with me"

Ruthie looked at her in surprise and asked "together?"

"Yes, it's time" Lisa said smiling at us. Once we got inside, I sat on the couch and Ruth automatically sat next to me as I instinctively placed my arm around her.

Lisa smiled at us before looking at Ruth "Are you ready to share your feelings with Martin?" I looked at Lisa in amazement since she had told me yesterday that I would need to share what I wanted from Ruth.

Ruth took a deep breath before looking at me and smiling. "I wasn't sure how I was going to tel you"

"Tell me what?" I asked softly before brushing a lock from her face and tucking it behind her left ear.

"I love you" she replied as she gazed at me lovingly.

"I love you too" I replied softly as my heart started beating rapidly.

"No, I'm not sure if you understand. I am in love with you. You're it, the one. I want to experience everything in life with you by my side as my best friend, confidant and lover" she blushed slightly as she lowered her head before looking at me once more.

I smiled at her before leaning over to kiss her on the lips. She wrapped her arms around my neck before running her fingers through my hair as I pulled her onto my lap getting lost in our kiss.

We pulled slightly away from each other when we heard Lisa cough out loud.

"Sorry" Ruth said blushing as I gave her another kiss before turning my attention towards Lisa.

Lisa looked at me and said "Okay Martin, it's your turn" Ruth turned to look at me expectantly as I got off the couch and walked towards the CD player.

"I wasn't quite sure what to say so I thought a song would be best" Ruth interjected as she said "Aw honey, that's really sweet but you do realize that you cannot carry a tune?"

"Yes I know that" I shot back as Lisa laughed out loud.

Once the CD was placed in the player, i walked back towards Ruth and took her hand. "Would you like to dance?"

"Sure" she replied beaming as the music started and we began swaying. Just as the lyrics began, I looked down at Ruth and said "The lyrics in this song encompasses my feelings for you"

You're there by my side
In every way
I know that you would not forsake me
I give you my life
Would not think twice
Your love is all I need believe me

I may not say it quite as much as I should
When I say I love you darling that means for good
So open up your heart and let me in
And I will love you 'till forever
Until death do us part we'll be together
So take my hand and hold on tight
And we'll get there
This I swear

I'm wondering how I ever got by
Without you in my life to guide me
Where ever I go the one thing that's true
Is everything I do I do for you

As the song was ending, I took a step back from Ruth and knelt down on one knee. From somewhere in the background I heard a gasp.

"Ruth Camden will you marry me?"

So when ever you get there
Just reach out for me
I'll never let you down my love

And I will love you 'till forever
Until death do us part we'll be together
So take my hand and hold on tight
And we'll get there
This I swear

As the song ended Ruth nodded happily, tears streaming down her face as she said "yes"

Outside Lisa's office

As Lisa walked out to give the newly engaged couple some time alone, she was surprised that Annie and Eric was still there with Bill.

"everything okay?" Eric anxiously asked as he looked at her.

"Yes everything is great. I think they made the breakthrough" Annie smiled happily as Eric and Bil sighed in relief.

Ruth's POV

I pulled away from Martin slightly. I couldn't believe he had just proposed to me.

"What's the matter?" he asked as I looked up at him.

"How soon were you thinking about getting married?"

"Truthfully?" I nodded as he said "Well I would like to get married tomorrow, but I'm sure that won't be acceptable so a month before freshman Orientation?"

"So no Professional baseball?"

"No, I'm going to to go to college, besides I'm getting offered a lot of scholarships and not just merit scholarships"

"Well that's because you are smart" as he rolled his eyes playfully and said "that's only because you always force me to do homework"

"Hey don't ruin my day by being a brat" I said slapping his arm before he pulled me closer and kissed me on the lips. As we made our way back to the couch, I was just beginning to get comfortable when we heard a knock.

We sprang apart as Lisa stuck her head in "Ready to share the good news?" I nodded happily as my parents and Mr. Brewer walked in.

"We're getting married" I joyously said holding up my left hand as my mom burst into tears before hugging us both.