Chapter 6: Excuse me?
When Sodapop, Laura, and Cassidie left the front door, Rosa and I both jumped into the shower. Weird I know, but we were a little late on schedule. We finished as quickly as possible and got out drying ourselves. I looked inside my closet and put on a dark blue shirt and black jeans. Rosa came out with an up-do and a green knee-length maternity dress.
"You look beautiful, honey," I told her; cupping her face and kissing up and down her jaw line.
Giggling, Rosa replied, "Pone, if you continue this, we won't make it into the car..." Fortunately, I let go with a grunt. I didn't want to stop at all but if I wanted to do this tonight, I had to get a move on it.
I slipped the white jacket over Rosa's shoulders for her and slipped on my own.
In the car, I was unusually more quiet then ever, thinking about how big this will in pack our lives. Though I made up my mind and this is something I am committed to so there is no turning back now.
Well, my time is now cut off... I flicked the blinkers on and made a left into the restaurant. We pulled into the parking lot, and anticipated on tonight while we waited for the engine to stop. As soon as it did I opened up my door, walked over to the passenger side, and helped Rosa out of her seat.
"You ready baby?" I asked her, while giving her a short kiss on her lips.
"Yes I am, let's go inside," she replied.
We walked slowly inside as Rosa sat down on a green cushioned bench and I walked up to where a waitress was standing.
"Yes, may I help you sir?" she asked me.
"Yes, I have reservations for two under Ponyboy?" I exclaimed. The girl who looked about 17 nodded, pulled out two menu's, and led us to a two-seated candle-lit table with a white cloth.
As I pulled the chair out for Rosa, and sat in my own, the waitress set down our menus, a wine glass, and our silverware in front of us. I looked up into the shimmering face of my lover and smiled.
"You look beautiful tonight," I told her.
"You already said that,"
"So, it's true, baby," I replied. Her cheeks flushed slightly and her eyes glowed.
We both talked for the time being until our waitress, Tracy, came back to us with a small black notepad.
"Hi, would you like to start off with a drink?" she asked.
"Sure, I would like a glass of water with a lemon, please," Rosa ordered. My guess, the lemon was because the baby was making her feel a little sick.
"And you, sir?" Tracy asked.
"Can I have a glass of red wine?" I asked. She bopped her head slightly and walked off.
"Red wine, eh?" Rosa asked.
"Yeah, thought I'd have some," I told her. Red wine was also good for my heart and blood.
Tracy soon came back with our drinks and took our order. The night was beautiful and the stars outside the window were gleaming.
I paid the check of 167.00 and slid Rosa's coat on for her. We both walked out hand in hand into the outside air. We drove to the park and when we got there, I grabbed a blanket and candles. Nervously, I twisted and turned the velvet box between my fingers. Well, soon I will get my answer.
I laid the blanket beside a bench and light then wrapped and sat next to Rosa with the candles around us. The both of us talked for a bit about random stuff. My theme, Cassie, my new job, and our new baby. However, soon it was my turn.
Slowly I stood up and looked down into her innocent eyes.
"Rosa, you have known me for 5 years. We shared a lot of things together. I cried in your arms and you cried in mine. We helped each other through break ups, when Ned hurt you I was there for you. I remember that whole night you were in my arms and even the slightest shiver your body had, I held you tighter and nothing felt as good and right as it did. When you found out you were pregnant but you soon got into that car accident and lost the baby, I wiped away your tears and nothing filled me with joy when you accepted my touch. I remember when Fred died. We all stood in a circle of black while the rain pored and pored. I kissed your forehead and told you he was in a happier and better place. Then all of the times you did for me; You reassured me when I found Cassie on my doorstep. When I had my heart attack you stayed with me everyday and night. So all I am trying to say is that I love you no matter what," I slowly kneeled down on my one knee and flicked the box open to reveal the small diamond engagement ring, "And, will you marry me Rosa Maria Lorenza?" I breathed out and looked into her shocked and tearing eyes.
Her mouth dropped to the grassy ground,"Excuse me?"
a/n- well here is ch 6. I tried very hard and this is a sucky chapter because I was in writer's block but I had to write anyway. Please review.