Resurrect the Flame

Caution – Norman's Point of view

I watched as Emma pour tea, her long curly hair brushing against her lower back as she sung; I love you. "Ok, a cup of milk tea with 1 sugar," she smiled turning around, "You look especially beautiful today, Emma," I blushed.

Emma swayed from side to side, "N-Norman, where did that come from?" she asked fluttered as she walked over to my bedside. "I don't know, it just kinda came out; some where from in my heart," I smiled as she sat down. "Oh, you baked bread as well," I said taking my tea.

She nodded her head, "Caramel apple bread, I'm not sure if you'll like it. It's a bit on the sweeter side," she apologized rubbing her hands together. Emma's so cute. I had grown accustomed to her cuteness, every smile, blush, giggle, ever sound that came from her mouth was bliss.

I took a bite, "No, it's great; I think this is my new favorites of your baked good. The apples inside are a pleasant surprise too," I explained and her face lid up. "Score!" she giggled and I couldn't help but laugh as well.

Norman: "Emma, when are you going to let me marry you?"

Emma: "E-Eh?!"

Norman: *Laughs* "I'm sorry, that was kind of forward,"

Emma: *Tilts head confused* "Normaaaaan!"

Norman: "You don't need to answer me right away,"

I felt my heart sink as Emma began to cry, "E-Emma, what's wrong?" I gasped. She nodded her head as she wiped her face, I put my hand on her leg in hopes to comfort to crying princess. "I'm sorry, I didn't mean to cry; I just…" She started to say.

Norman: "Did I upset you, I'm sorry,"

Emma: "No, that's not it. It's just… I guess I'm happy you feel that way about me,"

Norman: "E-Emma,"

Emma: "I… Thought that, some where inside; you hated me for everything that happened. I just wanted to do my best so that you'd forgive me, but there's nothing I can do to fix what happened" *Begins to sob*

Norman: *Pulls Emma into an embrace and wraps his arms tightly around her* "I never blamed you for anything, Emma. I started all because I tricked you and Ray for my own selfish reasons. Emma, I love you, if anything I love you more now. You've been by my side all this time; I wouldn't have recovered so well without you."

Emma: "I'm sorry, I wish it were me instead"

Norman: "Don't say that, I don't know how I could go on without you, I don't even want to think about that. Emma, you don't need to feel guilty anymore, I'm fully recovered from those injuries and it's time to move on,"

Emma: "I can't,"

Norman: "Do you really not want to marry me?"

Emma: "I'm sorry, I do love you very much Norman. But I love Ray in a different way, that won't ever change,"

My head fell, I don't want to you let go. I put my hand on Emma's, "I can't force you to fall in love with me. I can't force you to give up on Ray. It just, hurts…" I mutter shaking. "I'm sorry," Emma repeated. It really hurts.

"I'll always love you Emma, I want you to be happy; even if it isn't with me. If you ever change your mind, I'll be happy to welcome back with open arms," I smiled comforting her. She wiped her eyes as she nodded her head, "May I have one last kiss?" I asked shyly. Emma smiled and bend our, I closed my eyes as our lips touched. I wish, this could last forever.

Creator's Note:

I had left this story at a weird ending, so I decided to give it a proper one. Next chapter is the last one.

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