Life Is A Journey Chapter 3, a south of nowhere fanfic

Life Is A Journey (Chapter 3)

Ashley walked into their bedroom a couple hours later. She walked over to the bed where Spencer was sleeping. She didn't want to wake the blonde up because she looked so peacefully but she knew she needed to talk to someone. So she leaned over and gently shook Spencer awake.

"Ash, are you ok?" Spencer asked worried knowing very well that the brunette was not ok but asked anyways.

"No, I just need you to hold me. I am so worried right now. I don't think I could handle it if she doesn't make it. I've already lost my dad. I can't loose her. I'm so sorry for pushing you away but I needed to sit there and talk to her by myself." Ashley said beginning to cry again.

"It's ok babe, I'm here for you. I understand you needed to be alone. I'm never going to let you completely push me away. Spencer said while holding Ashley as close to her as she could. Ashley leaned into her and just let herself cry because she knew that no matter how hard she tried she couldn't stop. A few minutes later she laid them down on the bed. Ashley just laid in Spencer's arm crying until she finally fell asleep. Spencer soon fell asleep as well.

A few hours later Spencer woke up to Ashley shooting into a sitting position. Spencer quickly sat up and wrapped her arms around the brunette.

"Ash, what's wrong?" Spencer asked concerned.

"I just had a dream that my mom didn't make it. Then I was so upset that I pushed you completely away. Then you were so depressed you killed yourself and then I fell into deep depression that I finally killed myself too." Ashley said while leaning into Spencer crying. Spencer wrapped her arms around the crying brunette.

"Ash, it was just dream. You could never push me away completely I won't let you I promise you that. Just keep thinking positive otherwise bad things will happen. God has a reason for doing this. I know it doesn't seem like it but he does." Spencer said reassuring her.

"I know it felt so real. I'm just glad it was just a dream. I couldn't handle being without you." Ashley said holding onto the blonde for dear life. Ashley was starting to calm down knowing it was just a dream and that Spencer wasn't going anywhere. A few minutes later Spencer broke the silence.

"Ash, I'm going to go take a shower. Then you need to take one. We need to get ready so we can head out to the hospital. I'm going with you this time and that's not up for discussion." Spencer said while still holding onto Ashley.

"Ok." Ashley said letting go of Spencer. She went and took a shower. She came out into their bedroom to get ready while Ashley went and took a shower. An hour later they were both ready to go. They both got into Spencer's car. They drove off to the hospital just listening to Spencer's ipod. A song came on and they both listened to the lyrics.

Sit still, take a trip into my eyes
You're unstable still to my surprise
Be honest but never catch my lies
Don't say you're the one who always tries

And don't say...
Really are you in this
'cause I can feel you pulling away
Not to mention all the things you'd never say

Now my visions gone to hell
I keep it in a box... with my memories
Don't bother with me... I can't take it
I'll be in the road with less a load
You're feeling used... a little bit confused

Don't say...
Really are you in this
'cause I can feel you pulling away
Not to mention all the things you'd never say
So really are you in this
'cause I can feel you pulling away
Not to mention all the things you'd never say
The only thing that you really should say

More than a little bit confused about this 'n that
Can I have back all the things we lose
I'll be on the road with less of a load
You're feeling used again

They pulled up to the hospital right as the song finished. Spencer put the car in park and shut off the ignition. She turned to Ashley.

"Babe, I'm in this forever. I promise to try not to push you away." Ashley said while grabbing Spencer's hand.

"I'm in this until I die." Spencer said squeezing Ashley's hand. They smiled at each other. Then they got out of the car and walked into the hospital hand 'n hand. Paula came up to them.

"I see you guys worked everything out! I'm so glad I couldn't see you two loose each other now, not after everything you have been threw. Oh Ash, your mom isn't awake yet but she is stable and the medicine seems to be working so it looks like she will make it but nothing is certain. You know where her room is if you want to go see her." Paula said while hugging both girls.

"Actually, we just worked it out right before we came in here. We are going to see my mom together because I need Spencer there with me." Ashley said.

"Oh ok. Well I'll see you two later." Paula said and watched the girls walk off toward Debbie Davies hospital room hand 'n hand. She smiled at the fact that Spencer was so happy even if she didn't like the idea of her with another girls but Ashley made her happy so she decided it was something she needed to accept.

The girls stayed at the hospital together until visiting hours were over. Then they decided to go get some food and go home. Once they got home they laid in bed and fell asleep in each others arms. They did this almost everyday. Spencer ended up getting fired from her job because she wasn't coming in but it was ok because Ashley was rich and supported her. Now it has been a month since the accident and Debbie's condidtion hasn't changed at all. Ashley was starting to wonder if she should take her off life support. She turned to Spencer.

"Hey Spence, my mom hasn't woke up yet. Do you think I should just take her off life support?" Ashley said sadly looking a Spencer.

"Why don't you give it a couple more days and if she doesn't get better then go ahead and do it. I'll be there with you no matter what." Spencer said pulling Ashley into a hug.

"Ok. Thank you. I love you Spencer." Ashley said

"No problem. I love you too Ashley." Spencer said. She leaned down and kissed Ashley's lips.

They both pulled out of the kiss and looked at each other. They both saw the longing in the others eyes. Ashley leaned in again kissing Spencer's lips. Spencer deepened the kiss. Everything was getting heated now. Clothes stated coming off. They had sex for the first time since the accident. Now they wear just laying their cuddling on their bed. They were both content with everything. They were just about to get up when Ashley's cell went off. Ashley answered it without looking at the caller ID.

"Hello?" Ashley said kind of annoyed.

Hey Ash, This is Paula. I'm calling because your mom just woke up and she is asking for you to come see her. I'm actually surprised you and Spencer aren't here yet." Paula said

"OMG are you serious! Yeah well we got distracted but we will be there soon. Thanks Paula." Ashley said jumping off the bed running towards the bathroom.

"What's going on?" Spencer said confused.

"My mom woke up and she wants to see me. I'm going to take a shower. Are you going to join me so we can leave sooner. No funny business though." Ashley shouted from the bathroom.

"OMG this is great! I'm coming. We got to hurry." Spencer said running into the bathroom. They took a shower. They both got out and got dressed and everything they needed to do. Then they got into Ashley's car and were listening to her ipod. The song that was playing was 'Cupid's Choke Hold' by Gym Class Heros.

Ba ba da da
Ba ba da da
Ba ba da da
Ba ba da da
Ba ba da da

Take a look at my girlfriend
She's the only one I got (ba ba da da)
Not much of a girlfriend
I never seem to get a lot (ba ba da da, ba ba da da)

It's been some time since we last spoke
This is gonna sound like a bad joke
But momma I fell in love again
It's safe to say I have a new girlfriend

And I know it sounds so old
But cupid got me in a chokehold
And I'm afraid I might give in
Towels on the mat my white flag is wavin'

I mean she even cooks me pancakes
And Alka Seltzer when my tummy aches
If that ain't love then I don't know what love is

We even got a secret handshake
And she loves the music that my band makes
I know I'm young but if I had to choose her or the sun
I'd be one nocturnal son of a gun

(ba ba da da, ba ba da da)

Take a look at my girlfriend
She's the only one I got (ba ba da da)
Not much of a girlfriend
I never seem to get a lot (ba ba da da, ba ba da da)

It's been awhile since we talked last and I'm tryin' hard not to talk fast
But dad I'm finally thinkin' I may have found the one
Type of girl that will make you way proud of your son

And I know you heard the last song about the girls that didn't last long
But I promise this is on a whole new plane
I can tell by the way she says my name (ba ba da da)

I love it when she calls my phone
She even got her very own ringtone
If that ain't love then I don't know what love is (ba ba da da)

It's gonna be a long drive home but I know as soon as I arrive home
And I open the door take off my coat and throw my bag on the floor
She'll be back into my arms once more for sure

Take a look at my girlfriend
She's the only one I got (ba ba da da)
Not much of a girlfriend
I never seem to get a lot (ba ba da da, ba ba da da)

She's got a smile that would make the most senile
Annoying old man bite his tongue
I'm not done
She's got eyes comparable to sunrise
And it doesn't stop there
Man I swear
She's got porcelain skin of course she's a ten
And now she's even got her own song
But movin' on
She's got the cutest laugh I ever heard
And we can be on the phone for three hours
Not sayin' one word
And I would still cherish every moment
And when I start to build my future she's the main component
Call it dumb call it luck call it love or whatever you call it but
Everywhere I go I keep her picture in my wallet like here

Take a look at my girlfriend
She's the only one I got (ba ba da da)
Not much of a girlfriend
I never seem to get a lot (ba ba da da, ba ba da da)

They pulled up to the hospital when the song ended. They hopped out of the car and ran into the hospital and into Debbie's room. They got in to the room and Debbie was so happy to see them. They both ran over and gave Debbie a huge hug.

"OMG I'm so happy that you two are still together. Forget about what I said before. What you two have is rare. I am behind you two 100% for the wedding." Debbie said while still hugging the girls.

"Mom I was worried about you so much. I wasn't sure that you were going to make it. Spencer is the one that keep telling me you would be fine and she told me that no matter how hard I tried she wouldn't let me push her away completely." Ashley said "Thanks I'm happy to hear that you support us. I wish that it didn't take this to make you realize this but it did so oh well. The point is you are supporting us now."

"Girls I'm sorry I wish I wouldn't have freaked out on you that night. I'm sorry it took something this dramatic to change my mind but I'm going to be here for you two from now on." Debbie said

"Thank you." Spencer said

"Yeah mom that means a lot to us. I wish dad was here so he could be at the wedding. I know he is watching me and he is proud." Ashley said grabbing Spencer from behind.

"I'm proud that I will be able to share this moment with you guys." Debbie said "So when is the wedding again?"

"Well we were planning on waiting until next summer." Ashley said before turning to Spencer "I was wondering if you wanted to get married in April?"

"Yeah I think that's a good idea. I still need to contact people back in Ohio but I think 8 months will be enough time for them to work everything out." Spencer said hugging Ashley tightly.

"So the wedding will be in April. Will you help us with the plans mom?" Ashley said after Spencer let go.

"Of course I will honey." Debbie said "Paula would probably love to help with the plans too."

"I know I was going to ask her later today after we talked to you." Ashley said.

"Hey Ash, I'll go get my mom so we can ask her and tell her we moved the wedding up." Spencer said.

"Oh ok if you want to Spence." Ashley said.

"Ok I'll be back soon." Spencer said leaving the room.

"Mom, I want to do something to show Spence how important she is to me. I'm taking her to Ohio on Monday to see her old friends. So while I'm gone do you think you could make our place look more like we share it, please." Ashley said after Spencer was gone.

"Of course I can do that. How long are you two going to be there?" Debbie said.

"Two weeks. Is that long enough to get that done?" Ashley said.

"That's more then enough time. I'm going to ask Paula to help me out on it because she knows Spencer better then I do." Debbie said "I'll ask Paula tonight after you too leave and she comes into check on me."

Then Spencer and Paula walked into the room. Spencer went over to Ashley and said "You should ask my mom she would like it if you asked her." Spencer whispered into Ashley's ear. Ashley nodded.

"Paula me and Spencer have decided to move the wedding to April. We aren't sure what day yet but we were wondering if you would like to help with the wedding plans." Ashley said.

"I would love to help. April is a perfect time for a wedding. Where do you two want to have it?" Paula said excited.

Spencer and Ashley look at each other and smile.

"We want to get married on the beach!" They said at the same time.

"Ok that's sounds perfect. Call me once you start doing planning. Ashley is your mom helping too?" Paula said smiling.

"Yeah we asked her right before Spence came and got you. We figured since you two will be family that you might want to get to know each other and I know that when we both first come out you both thought that you weren't going to see us get married so we knew you would like to help plan our wedding." Ashley said with a smile plastered on her face.

"Yeah well I'm glad that you asked. I am more then willing to help." Paula said

"Me too. I am glad you want us to help you."

"Thanks you guys we really appreciate it." Ashley said.

"Hey girls why don't you go have some fun I will be fine. You two need to just spend sometime just the two of you before you go off to Ohio for two weeks." Debbie said looking at Paula sternly.

"Yeah you girls go have fun I'll call you if anything happens which it won't I'm her main doctor." Paula said smiling.

"Ok well we will be back tomorrow mom." Ashley said walking over to Debbie and hugging her.

"Tomorrow as soon as we get up we will come here." Spencer said. She then walked over to Debbie and gave her a hug. Then she walked over to her mom and hugged her. Ashley hugged Paula and then they left the hospital. They got into Ashley's car and Ashley turned her ipod off so they could enjoy each other with no music.

"Spence, I love you so much. I'm glad you didn't let me push you away." Ashley said.

"I love you too. You really think after three years I'm going to give you up with out a fight?" Spencer said looking at Ashley who had pulled off the road.

"No I know you wouldn't do that. I was just telling you that I love you and I want to be with you forever." Ashley said "Now come on get out of the car we are here."

Ashley got out and ran down the beach to their spot under the pier. Spencer got out and ran after her. She caught up with Ashley right after she got under the pier and tackled her to the ground. Spencer started kissing Ashley passionately on the lips. A few minutes later she pulled away because she was in desperate need of air.

"Ashley I love you too. I will be with you forever and no one can change my mind. I promise." Spencer said looking at Ashley.

Ashley leaned up and gave Spencer a short but passionate kiss. Then she sat up and pulled Spencer in front of her and they just sat on the beach for a few hours. Then they went home and decided to see what Kyla and Aiden were up to tonight. Ashley called Kyla's cell.

"Hey." Kyla said.

"Kyla what are you and Aiden doing tonight?" Ashley said.

"We are going to Grays like always. Why is something wrong?" Kyla replied.

"Nothing is wrong. We just haven't see you two for a while and we want to hang out." Ashley said

"Ok well we are just pulling up now we will safe you some seats." Kyla said.

"Ok, bye." Ashley said before hanging uo.

Ashley turned to Spencer and pulled her in and gave her a short but passionate kiss. Then Spencer went to the closet to changes clothes and get ready while Ashley went and turned on the radio. The song that was playing was 'Some People Change.' by Kenny Chesney.

His old man was a rebel yeller, bad boy to the bone, and say can't trust a color feller, he
judge em by the tone of their skin. He was raised to think like his dad narrow mind full of
hate on the road to no where fast till the grace of god got in the way then he saw the light n
hit he's knees n cried and said a prayer, rose up a brand new man n left the old one right
there

[Chorus:]
Here's to the strong, thanks to the brave don't give up hope some people change
against all odds, against the grain love finds a way, some people change

She was born with her mothers habit guess you can say its in her blood she hates it that
she's gotta have it she fills a glass up n she love to kill that bottle but all she could
think about is a better life, a second chance for everyone she's letting down she throws that
bottle down

[Chorus:]
Here's to the strong, thanks to the brave don't give up hope Some people change
against all odds, against the grain love finds a way, some people change

Thank god for those who make it let them be the light…

Some people change

Here's to the strong, thanks to the brave don't give up hope Some people change, against all
odds against the grain, love finds a way, some people change

Some people change
Some people change…

Halfway through the song the girls were ready so they decided to dance. Now that the song was over they were just starting into each other's eyes. Then the song 'Don't Take The Girl" by Tim McGraw came on and the girls started dancing again still looking at one another.

Johnnys daddy was taking him fishin
When he was eight years old
A little girl came through the front gate holdin a fishing pole
His dad looked down and smiled, said we cant leave her behind
Son I know you dont want her to go but someday youll change your mind
And johnny said take jimmy johnson, take tommy thompson, take my best friend bo
Take anybody that you want as long as she dont go
Take any boy in the world
Daddy please dont take the girl

Same old boy
Same sweet girl
Ten years down the road
He held her tight and kissed her lips
In front of the picture show
Stranger came and pulled a gun
Grabbed her by the arm said if you do what I tell you to, there wont be any harm
And johnny said take my money, take my wallet, take my credit cards
Heres the watch that my grandpa gave me
Heres the key to my car
Mister give it a whirl
But please dont take the girl

Same old boy
Same sweet girl
Five years down the road
Theres going to be a little one and she says its time to go
Doctor says the babys fine but youll have to leave
cause his mommas fading fast and johnny hit his knees and there he prayed

Ashley looked straight into Spencer's eyes and sang the last part of the song to her.

"Take the very breath you gave me
Take the heart from my chest
Ill gladly take her place if youll let me
Make this my last request
Take me out of this world
God, please dont take the girl" Ashley sang looking at Spencer.

Johnnys daddy
Was taking him fishin
When he was eight years old

Spencer just smiled at Ashley after the song was over. Then they turned off the radio and headed out to Grays to meet Aiden and Kyla. The car ride there was silent but it was a comfortable silence. Once they parked the car they went into find Kyla and found them sitting in their normal boothe. Spencer and Ashley sat down and the four of them chaught each other up on what all had happened in the last month or so. Then Ashley stood up and looked down at Spencer.

"Hey Spence, Do you want something to drink?" Ashley asked standing in front of the table looking at her.

"Yeah, will you get me a sex on the beach?" Spencer said looking up a Ashley.

"Of course." She lsaid the leaned down and whispered in Spencer's ear. "I'll make sure I fuck you on the beach one night." She whispered with a smirk on her face. And then kissed Spencer who was blushing like crazy. After Ashley walked away Kyla and Aiden were looking at her confused.

"Do I eve want to know what Ashley said to you?" Kyla asked.

"It's nothing don't worry about it Ky." Spencer said.

Ashley came and sat down handing Spencer her drink. They sat there for a while just talking and drinking. Then Ashley got up but this time she grabbed Spencer and dragged her to the dance floor. Spencer stood there kinda confused. Ashley screamed over the music so Spencer could hear her. "I want you to dance with me. I know you don't like dancing in public but I really feel like dancing. Please!" Ashley said. Spencer walked closer to her. "Forget about all these people." Ashley loudly whispered. Then the DJ changed the song to 'Yeah' by Usher. Ashley stood there for a second then she moved closer to Spencer and started grinding with her to the beat. Spencer just blocked out all the other people around them and let loose. It was really turning Ashley on to see Spencer so carefree. The song ended but they continued to dace for another half an hour. They decided to go back to the booth to catch their breath and drink some water. When they got there they realized that Kyla and Aiden were gone so they sat and relaxed then they decided to leave. After getting outside they drove to the beach to hang out for a little while before going home. They were sitting on a blanket looking out at the ocean. They were there for ten minutes sitting in silence and Ashley decided to break it.

"So what the hell was that back at the club? You never daced like that even in the privacy in our house." Ashley said.

"I don't know. I just let go. I know and I've never daced like that in my life." Spencer said as shocked at her previous actions as Ashley was.

"I never want you to stop dacing like that. You have no idea how badly I wanted to lay you down and take you in the middle of the dace floor.!" Ashley said still worked up after their dacing.

"I'll continue dacing like that but only with you. So lets go home and take each other." Spencer said standing up with a smirk on her face. Ashley pulled Spencer down on top of her and started kissing her passionately.

"Or we could have sex on the beach like we both want to." Ashley said smirking just like Spencer was. Then they started kissing again and ended up spending a couple hours making love right there on the blanket in the middle of the beach. Then they laied in each others arm for another half hours calming down before going home. Once they got home they bpth got ready for bed. Then they laid down onto the bed and curled up with each other.

"Goodnight Babe." Ashley said sleep pulling at her.

"Goodnight." Spencer said equally tired from their long night.

They fell asleep a few minute later in each others arms. The next morning was Sunday. They both got up and Showered and started packing for their trip to Ohio for two weeks. By 8:00pm they were done packing. Ashley made dinner and they ate and then they watched The L-Word for a couple hours. At 11:00pm they went to bed because they had to be at the airport at 8:00am to fly out to Spencer's home town. The next morning they both got up and got ready and did the last minute packing and headed off to the airport. They got there and went threw security and got on the plane.

"Ash, I hate flying." Spencer said nervously.

"Oh baby it's going to be fine. I'll be right here." Ashley reassured her and grabbed her hand.

"I know. I just don't like flying." Spencer said.

"I know. Why don't you go to sleep it will make the flight seems shorter." Ashley said. Spencer laid her head on Ashley's left shoulder "Ok." Spencer fell asleep and a few minutes later so did Ashley. They woke up right when the plane landed in Ohio. They got off and went to meet Delilah and Mike in the airport.