A new story, and a new chapter in one day. That's insane! Lately I've just have had an urge to post as much as I can, so be ready for me posting like crazy!

I live in the northern United States, and it's already snowed on October 3rd? I know in Canada it snowed in September (at least from what I've heard. Don't quote me.), but it usually doesn't snow until around Halloween. I'm not ready for it.

Anyways, away from my ranting about weather, hope you like this chapter!

Alex barely needed a second.

"Yes!"

Right as John got onto his feet, Alex jumped into his arms, leaning into a kiss. Alex threw his arms around John's neck, making the kiss even more passionate. When John broke the kiss, they sat down onto the bench in front of the fountain, holding each other, watching the sunset.

"Since everyone's coming around 1 tomorrow, we should go and tell my parents earlier in the day."

John nodded, imagining George and Martha Washington's faces when they told them.

"And, we have to go to South Carolina sometime. My dad has gotten better, he went to rehab for a few months and is going to therapy."

Henry Laurens, John's father, used to get in fights nearly every night with John in high school. And once John started dating Alex, they drifted apart to keep from making the entire house vibrate from the screams every night. A few months ago, Henry went to rehab and currently taking anger management and therapy for his trauma from childhood.

"Of course! It's been forever since I've seen Martha and Mary!" Alex loved John's younger siblings and also thought of them as his younger siblings.

"And James will have to come from London," John added, grinning from ear to ear.

James Hamilton Jr., Alex's older brother. They had reunited when Alex was 16 and had texted every day since. James had been 15 when he moved to England after his mother died. Being 3 years older than Alex, he was now 27. He was married to Josie Davies and was now expecting a baby girl due in 4 months.

"Oh, absolutely," Alex looked up to John, their faces mere inches apart. John closed the space, biting Alex's lower lip. They stayed there for a few more minutes, holding each other and comforting each other with their warmth.

"Should we call an Uber back? Herc will probably yell at us and go into full mom-mode if we're out any longer," Alex broke the silence, starting with a sigh. Neither wanted to move, but not only would the park close soon, but also Hercules would stay up and wait for them.

"I guess," John pulled out his phone and went to the Uber app. He picked a driver, and stood up, pulling Alex up and close to him.

They held each other for a second before moving towards where the ride would be.

The ride seemed to be just 2 minutes, but it was in reality closer to 10. They snuck into the apartment, though were more careless when they realized that Hercules and Lafayette were in their bedroom. John and Alex quickly made their way to their bedroom, glad that the tv was up for once.

Alex stripped to his boxers, put on an oversized t-shirt, and sat on the bed while John did the same. They both slipped under the covers, moving closer to each other.

"Hey," John pulled Alex to his chest, kissing his forehead.

"Hey," Alex wrapped his arms around John's torso, kissing John's chin.

"So.." John trailed off, so much had happened in the past few hours.

"We're engaged…." Alex chuckled. The guy of his dreams had proposed to him.

"Yeah…" John smiled tilting his head down so that he could see Alex more clearly.

Alex looked up at John, taking in his golden tan skin, shoulder- length, brown, curly hair all over the place, his speckled walnut eyes glistening in the low light. John smiled, wrinkling his nose, making his freckled face glowing with happiness.

John thought about how before Alex had moved to be with Washington as a foster kid. How boring and normal his life was. How he just couldn't have been understood, how he felt left in the dark.

The first time John saw Alex, not much had changed since then. Sure, Alex grew a few inches. Otherwise? Well, he didn't get into fights anymore, nor did he constantly shut people as he did for the first year or so that he was with George and Martha Washington. He still had his shoulder-length, dark brown, nearly black hair. His tanned skin had always made his mahogany eyes stand out. He had his few freckles on his cheekbone, his slightly sharp bones stood out. The way his wavy hair fell perfectly to frame his oval-shaped head.

They both studied the other for a minute; they went back to holding each other and just breathed in the other's scent.

When they both awoke, they smiled at each other, not moving from their position.

"You know, we have to tell everyone today. And go see my parents," Alex couldn't help but smile at the way John cringed at getting up.

"Do we have to? We could just stay here all day…"

Alex rolled his eyes and pulled the covers off of himself. He was about to stand up when John pulled him back down and beside him.

"John, seriously. It's 10 now, so if we get ready in an hour we can go to have lunch with my parents, and get back in time for everyone to get here."

John groaned, then let go of Alex, "Fine. But know that I am reluctant."

Alex grabbed John's arm and pulled him out of the bed, then pulling him into his arms. John and Alex stayed like that for a few moments, holding each other. Alex pulled away, looking up at John. The latter leaned down to Alex, holding a kiss. Alexander put his head against John's shoulder, then spoke.

"You know, John Laurens Hamilton. I like it."

John gasped and looked down.

"No way, Alexander Hamilton Laurens."

"Oh, no. You are taking my name," Alexander found it funny how they had been engaged for barely 24 hours, and they were already thinking about names.

"M-m," he shook his head, curls bouncing, "You are taking the last name, Alexander Hamilton Laurens."

They both jumped when someone knocked on the door.

"Yeah?" John yelled out, praying that they hadn't heard their conversation.

"Yo, Laf is making French toast. He says that if you're not out here in 10 minutes, he's going to eat your food," Hercules said, letting out a small chuckle.

Alex gasped, "He wouldn't dare!"

A faint French accent called from the kitchen, "Oh, I will!"

John laughed at his fiance and his obsession with food. He replied, "Okay. We'll be out in ten!"

Alex quickly ran and grabbed some casual clothes to wear. John made his way over to the wardrobe and did the same, just more calmly. They were both ready in about 8 minutes, so they decided they could linger in the room a minute longer.

"Should I just hide my hand so they don't see the ring?" Alex studied the piece of jewelry, it was gorgeous.

"Yeah, that'd be fine. We want it to be a surprise later."

Alex grinned and moved to face John, "You know I love you, right?"

John smiled, "I love you too, Alexander Hamilton Laurens."

Alex was caught off guard, "You did not just-!"

Before he could finish, John leaned in for another kiss.

"Guys! Stop making out and get in here before Laf and I eat your breakfast!" Hercules actually screamed from the kitchen.

They sighed, then relented and walked to the kitchen.

This chapter wasn't as long as I intended, but I'll probably post the next chapter tonight ot tomorrow some time. I love this story so much, and I plan on having it be sweet for a while. I'm also writing a prologue to this that's inspired by the Bruno Mars song 'Little Ms. Perferct.' I'll probably just post the prologues here, but if you think I should post them as a different story, let me know.

I should probably start paying attention to my dogs. Bye!