Reaching New Heights
Chapter 6 – Second Thoughts?
In just two weeks, Alex and Marissa had fallen completely in love, head over heels. Most of the time they were in bed together or out down the beach having surfing lessons. Marissa thought there was nothing in the world that felt better than that.
Alex was at the club, working and Marissa popped in before going to the house on haunted hill to collect her things.
"Hey baby, you off to pack?"
"Yeah." Marissa leant over the bar and kissed her girlfriend.
"Well, take as long as you need. I'll have to get the place cleaned up for you."
"Aww, you don't have to do that."
"Believe me, I do. That place is a tip after last night."
"Oh last night… now I remember." Marissa grinned.
They had played truth or dare, which involved lots of alcohol and tasty treats, which they had to lick or eat off one another.
"It was fun."
"Mmm hmm." Alex grinned and kissed Marissa. "I have to open up."
"And I have to go and pack. See ya."
"See ya babe."
Alex was extremely happy, happier than she had ever been. Jodie was off her back and Marissa was everything and more to her.
Marissa turned her key in the lock and came face to face with her mother in the passage.
"Marissa."
"Mom."
Marissa had tried to make an effort with her, she really had. But it was no use anymore.
She grabbed a red suitcase and began to pack.
Item by item, the room gradually became empty.
Could she give up all this? And never come back?
Marissa looked around the room, checking there wasn't anything she had missed.
This is it, no turning back now.
Julie was at the door.
"Where do you think you are going?"
"I'm moving out."
"Where?"
"Like it matters to you." Marissa muttered under her breath.
"Marissa, just tell me!"
"I have a girlfriend. Her name is Alex and we're moving in together."
"G-Girlfriend?" Julie's eyes widened.
"Yes mom, a girlfriend, as in the opposite of boyfriend. You can't help who you fall for."
"Well… If she makes you happy."
Marissa's face formed a frown, confused by her reaction.
"You're not mad?"
"No. All I care for is your happiness, and if it's what you want then I'm not going to stop you. I want you to be happy."
"I am. I can't believe you're taking this so well."
Julie sighed. "Marissa, you're my daughter. I just wish you wouldn't be mad at me and that we could stop all the fights."
"Ok. So it's a deal? We'll stop all the fighting?"
"Agreed. I want our relationship to work Marissa."
Marissa smiled and gave her mom a hug.
"Oh I'm gonna miss you sweetie. The door's always open."
"I know." Marissa said brightly.
"Why don't you invite Alex round to dinner tomorrow? I'd like to meet her."
"Ok, well we'll see. I'll call."
"Ok." Julie waved Marissa off, and outside the door, Marissa felt the butterflies at the pit of her stomach.
She was excited and nervous at the same time and she couldn't get her head around it.
"Oh my god, I don't know if I can do this." She dropped the box, as the full impact of what she was about to do hit her.
Tears fell down her cheeks, and she wished Alex were with her to reassure her, to make everything all right.
The ringing of her cell surprised her, and shakily she took it out.
"A-Alex?"
"Oh Marissa. What's the matter sweetness?"
"I just wanna see you."
Alex laughed. "You will do. Are you almost done?"
Marissa nodded. "I'm coming to the club, are you back there yet?"
"I will be in a minute, just adding the final touches to the place." She smiled.
Marissa felt much brighter, and the butterflies had disappeared.
"Ok, see you soon."
"Ok, bye."
Alex placed 2 more caramel coloured candles on the coffee table and lighted them. A cream coloured throw was on the couch and new cream curtains were up. Everything was much tidier and peaceful in the apartment and Alex was so happy. Grabbing her keys from the side, she made her way to the club.
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Summer and Seth were at the Bait Shop, having got back together 5 days ago. "I can't believe you missed out on going to Italy." Seth commented. "Well, I didn't really want to spend my time in a hostel." Summer grimaced. Seth laughed, picturing Summer accommodate to a hostel and he took her hand and threaded his fingers through hers.She smiled and tiptoed to kiss him. "And I would have missed you too much."
Seth and Summer enjoyed the embrace, until she pulled away.
"Marissa is here, Alex!"
Alex grinned and dimmed the lights and everybody crouched down, ready to surprise her.
Marissa made her way down the steps, wondering why it was so dark.
"Surprise!" Alex shouted and turned on the lights to see Marissa's astounded face. Everyone called surprise too and got up.
"I designed the banner." Seth said, and pointed at it proudly. 'Congratulations on your moving in!'
Marissa smiled and turned to Alex. "I can't believe all of this. And I can't wait to begin our life together."
"Me neither. I want to take you home right now and have you all to myself…" Alex nuzzled her neck. Marissa giggled.
"Well, we'll stay for an hour… then go."
The happy couple returned to their friends and celebrated and chatted until darkness fell.
AN: A long one I know! Hope you enjoyed. I don't know why I have writer's block on We Didn't Say Goodbye and not on this one… it's strange. Any way, hopefully We Didn't Say… will be updated soon, but for now please review! Thank you
