Here is Chapter 4. Thanks for the reviews.

Marissa woke up with her head on Ryan's naked chest. She had a content look on her face and she giggled as Ryan woke up with a startled expression.

Marissa- Morning sleepy head.

Ryan grinned from ear to ear.

Ryan- Morning.

Marissa got a dreamy look on her face.

Marissa- Last night was…

Ryan- Yeah it was.

Marissa smiled and buried her head into Ryan's chest until a few second later she hoped up in a hurry.

Marissa- Shit my mom.

Ryan laughed as he watched Marissa hop around in a sheet looking for her clothing that was lost the night prior.

Ryan- I sort of had Summer let your mom know you were staying at Summers.

Marissa grinned and lay back down.

Marissa- This was all planned huh? You thought I was that easy.

Ryan smiled and kissed her forehead.

Ryan- I figured we needed to make up for the lost days.

Marissa smiled.

Ryan- So I thought I would take you to the diner for breakfast. Then drop you off at your moms. I don't want her thinking I am holding you hostage. Especially since we seem to be getting along.

Marissa- Last night was far from against my will.

Ryan laughed.

Ryan- I could tell but it's good to know.

Marissa- But that may never occur again unless you feed me some pan cakes.

Ryan smiled as Marissa got up once again and began to dress. After a minute or so Ryan got up as well and they headed to the diner. After ordering pan cakes they sat there hungry.

Ryan- So I think if I ever win the lottery I want to buy that house and complete it.

Marissa- You should it do when you're a world famous architect one day.

Ryan smiled. He wasn't used to having anyone in his life who believed in him.

Ryan- Well who knows. So what are your plans for the Summer?

Marissa- Well I know this one guy and I was planning on spending lots of time with him.

Ryan raised his eyebrows.

Ryan- Well as long as he treats you right.

Marissa- Oh he does.

They both smiled and enjoyed each others company for the remainder of the meal. When they were done Ryan paid and then dropped Marissa off at her house. When Marissa walked in the door Julie was reading in the family room.

Julie- How was Summer's?

Marissa grinned.

Marissa- Really fun.

Julie- I'm glad. So I made reservations for the Arches tonight at 730

Marissa- Okay thanks mom. I really appreciate you giving Ryan a chance.

Julie- Well he seems like a good kid, and I have no room to talk on the making mistakes front.

Marissa- Mom its alright. I forgive you.

Julie- Thanks. Well I guess I better go buy a dress for tonight. I want to look my best. Do you want to join me?

Marissa laughed.

Marissa- Mom I don't think you need a new dress just for tonight.

Julie- I know but I want one. So what do you say. Dress shopping just us girls?

Marissa smiled.

Marissa- Alright let me just go change real quick.

As Marissa was out shopping with her mother, Ryan had gotten all of the candles and what not picked up from the model home and he has returned to the Cohen's to prepare for dinner with the Cooper- Nichols. He was getting frusterated as he couldn't decide on what to wear when Sandy walked in.

Sandy- So kid whats got you all worked up.

Ryan- Marissa wants me to have dinner with her, her mom, and Caleb tonight.

Sandy laughed.

Sandy- So you are dining in hell and don't know what fire proof blanket to wear.

Ryan smiled.

Ryan- Pretty much yeah.

Sandy- Well I suggest the blue one with the tan pants.

Sandy went over and picked Ryan out a tie that matched.

Ryan- Thanks Sandy.

Sandy- No problem kid, and don't worry about Julie Cooper. Marissa loves you either way.

Sandy then left and Ryan showered and was walking around in a towel getting everything together when Seth walked in.

Seth- Wow. Sorry man. Put on a shirt. Have you been working out?

Ryan laughed as he went into the bathroom and through on his clothes. He walked out looking prim and proper. He combed his hair to side and asked Seth what was up.

Seth- Well I came in to check on how your date with Marissa was.

Ryan- Good.

Seth- Was it fish like?

Ryan laughed.

Ryan- Not that you need to know this but no it was far from nemo style.

Seth- Wow your funny now that your getting some.

Ryan smiled

Ryan- Seth I have to get ready.

Seth- Right you have a big date with the Cooper Nichols.

Ryan- That I do but I will come and get you when I get back. I think I lost my ninja skills.

Seth laughed and with a wave of good luck he exited the pool house. Ryan then nervously drove to the Nichol mansion and knocked on the door with a bouquet of flowers in his hand. Caleb opened the door.

Caleb- Hello there Ryan.

Ryan- Hi Mr Nichol.

Caleb let him in and the two stood there for a minute in the corridor.

Ryan- These are for your wife.

Caleb- The women will be out in a sec. You know how they are.

Ryan gave him a light smile and waited nervously. His hands were sweating. Luckily Julie and Marissa came down the stairs. Both the girls were in nice summer dresses. Ryan greeted Julie by giving her the flowers. Julie thanked him and put them in the kitchen. Marissa smiled and walked over to Ryan and took his hand. She noticed it was sweaty and whispered into his ear.

Marissa- Don't worry, you will do fine.

Ryan smiled greatfully. When Julie returned they all got into Calebs Bentely and headed out. Marissa and Ryan sat in the back. Ryan was nervous but decided to start on his attempts at charming.

Ryan- Mr. Nichol this is a great car.

Caleb- Well I work with the Bentley company from time to time so they give me cars often.

Ryan nodded.

Julie- So Ryan speaking of work. What are your plans.

Marissa saw how nervous he was and helped him out.

Marissa- Ryan is looking into architecture. He is kind of a nerd.

Ryan smiled at her.

Ryan- Yeah I used to work construction and have found it interesting ever since.

Julie- Well that's great.

The rest of the ride Ryan eased up and Julie and him got to talking about their love of Journey. The car except for Caleb was ingaged in an argument over whether Journey or the Sex Pistols made a better overall band. When they arrived at the Arches Marissa and Ryan walked hand in hand into the restaurant while Caleb led the way and Julie tagged along. They were seated and eating in about 20 minutes. About halfway through the meal Caleb got a business call and left by getting a ride from a friend. Marissa used that as a way to leave to use the rest room and leave Ryan alone with Julie. She smiled sweetly at a scared Ryan before leaving the table.

Julie- So don't think I didn't notice the large hickey on my daughters neck.

Ryan looked embarrassed and nervous.

Ryan- Sorry about that.'

Julie smiled.

Julie- I was young and in love once too. Just be careful. I'm trusting you.

Ryan- Thank you.

Marissa returned to the table a few minuntes later to see Julie and Ryan laughing and chatting. She smiled and joined in. After a while the waiter came to get their check. Ryan offered to pay but Julie insisted it was her treat. Or rather Calebs even though he didn't have anything. After they paid they all headed back to the Nichols. They went and sat out by the pool for a bit until Julie thanked Ryan for coming and then went up to her room. Marissa and Ryan were left standing out by the pool.

Marissa- Thanks Ryan for that.

Ryan- It was nothing. Your moms not that bad at all.

Marissa- I think she may even like you a bit now. I will have to watch out.

That statement made them both recall Luke but it went ignored because it was in the past.

Ryan- I don't think you have to worry about that yet.

He went in to kiss her and then picked her up.

Ryan- I only have eyes for you.

Marissa giggled.

Marissa- Ryan put me down now. This is a new dress.

Ryan glanced at it.

Ryan- It's a pretty dress, but its also a partially white dress.

He raised his eye brows suggestively. Marissa giggled and squirmed. Ryan put her down.

Marissa- You just think you are hiliarious.

Ryan smiled.

Ryan- Maybe a little.

Marissa grabbed his hand and started to head to her room.

Marissa- Come on you can see my new room.

Marissa gave him a suggestive look and he couldn't help but think of how lucky he was. 10 minutes later they were engaged in a full heat make out session. Marissa was tugging at this wife beater while he kissed her neck. He stopped for a second remembering what Julie had said at the table.

Ryan- You know your mom mentioned your hickey to me while you were in the rest room.

Marissa blushed.

Marissa- You are thinking of my mom right now? And I thought I hid it pretty well. What did she say?

Ryan smiled at the comment about her mom.

Ryan- She just said she was young and in love once too. And she said she was trusting me.

Marissa thought for a second. Ryan just smiled and held Marissa tight.

Ryan- I love you. I know I don't say it much but I do.

Marissa- I know you do and I love you too.

They kissed gently but it escaladed as it often does with them. And soon enough they were back to Marissa un buttoning his shirt. All of a sudden Ryans phone rang. They both groaned.

Marissa- Ignore it.

Ryan- Eh. I don't know let me check it real quick.

Ryan glanced at his phone and saw that it was Theresa calling from her house phone. He decided it would be best to just answer so he lipped Im sorry and answered it.

Ryan- Hello?

Sophia- Ryan hey its Sophia.

Theresas mother Sophia sounded as though she was crying.

Ryan- Hi. Is everything alright.

Marissa looked worried.

Sophia- Well Theresa was in a car accident. Eddie was driving her to the doctors and she… she… she lost the baby.

Ryans heart stopped. Although he wasn't ready to be a father and he didn't want to have Theresa be the mother of his children. This baby was still going to be a part of him. And with it dying, he felt as though a part of himself died. The look on Ryans face told Marissa it was bad news and she got and rubbed his back.

Ryan- Is… Is she okay?

Sophia- Yes Theresa is fine, just a few scratches and stiches.

Ryan- And Eddie?

Marissa looked puzzled and hurt when Ryan mentioned Eddie. She stopped rubbing his back and went to sit on her bed.

Sophia- Yes he is absolutely fine.

Ryans blood boiled at that.

Ryan- Was he driving?

Sophia- Yes he was.

Ryan- Was he drinking?

Sophia- Yes he was… he is in the jail right now.

Ryan- Ok thank you for calling.

Sophia- Bye Ryan.

When Ryan hung up he told Marissa he had to go but before he could leave Marissa grabbed his hand.

Marissa- Hey we are in whatever it is together. That is what couples do. They help each other through tough times.

Ryan looked at the ground but stopped and turned so his body faced her but his eyes never left his feet. They were getting wet and he didn't want her to see him cry.

Ryan- Theresa… She… Eddie was driving… He was drunk… Everyone is ok… But she lost… She lost the baby.

Marissa didn't know what to do or how to feel so she simply hugged him.