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Discussions, Graduation, and Dinner

Julie's POV

I awoke this morning to find Adam's eyes looking down on me. As soon as my eyes opened, his lips came down to capture my own in a sweet good morning kiss. "Good morning beautiful," he commented, pulling away. It had been two weeks since Adam proposed to me and today we were planning on telling our parents' over dinner. Today was our graduation day and our parents were flying in for that. Adam decided to take some classes at BC and had earned his degree as well, all the while still playing for the Bruins. Adam's father couldn't be prouder that his son was able to achieve this monumental feat.

"Good morning," I replied back as I rolled over on my side, facing him. "I can't believe we're graduating today."

"I know what you mean. It seems like it was only yesterday we were freshman at Eden Hall." Adam smiled at me. "You know the NHL is going to hear the argument of the Bruins tomorrow."

"How do you know about that?" I asked interested.

"I heard it in the locker room after the game last night." He replied as he ran his hand through my hair, causing me to tremble. I just love the way he makes me feel when he touches me. I can't wait until this wedding takes place and I can be Mrs. Adam Banks. Speaking, of the wedding, we haven't planned anything yet. I wonder if I should bring it up. "Adam, about the wedding. I was wondering about the details and all that stuff. When we tell our parents' tonight, they are sure to ask us about our plans."

"Yeah, probable. So maybe we should go ahead and decide on what we want. I was thinking we could do it this summer, after the playoffs are over. You know, so we can go on an extended honeymoon."

I smiled, "this summer sounds great. I was thinking maybe we could get married in Paris. My father will be paying for everything, so why not take advantage of it."

"Alright," he agreed. "I thought our honeymoon could be a European tour, so that would work out beautifully. I want all of our friends and family to be there, with Charlie as my best man."

"I think that is a given. I want the ducks to be there as well, with Connie as my maid of honor."

"I figured you would. What about food? I was thinking maybe chicken fingers or something that wouldn't be too hard to get a large quantity of."

"Yeah, that sounds fine and I was thinking of white roses as the flower décor."

He nodded and looked at the alarm clock next to the bed. "It's getting late. We had better get ready or else we'll be late for our own graduation." He got up out of the bed and walked over to the bathroom door. "Care to shower with me?"

I could only smile as I climbed out of bed and walked into the bathroom with him as he slammed the door shut.

After showering, Adam and I got dressed and quickly headed out the door. I was dressed in my brand new black silk dress that went down to just above my knees. Overtop of my dress was the gown that was required for graduation. Adam was dressed in his in his black tuxedo and white dress shirt. And I must say he looked damn sexy in it too. To bad he has to cover it with the damned gown. After arriving at the auditorium, Adam and I grabbed our caps and headed inside of the building, putting the caps in place as we walked along.

(Graduation Ceremony)

I sat in my chair not even listening to the speaker who was talking at the moment. I had been named Valedictorian, but had turned it down due to my lack of time to write a speech, or at least that is what I told the Dean. In reality, I didn't want to have to speak in front of all these people. Public speaking was never my strong suit. I glanced out into the audience and I found my parents sitting in the third row with my older sister, Christina. I couldn't wait to tell them the good news Adam and I had. They are going to be so happy for us. Everyone in my family loves Adam, especially my father. He feels comforted knowing that I have Adam to protect me. He knows that Adam will take care of me, and to him, that's all that matters. I hear my name being called and is nap back into reality. When in the hell did they start calling names? I walk across the stage to receive my diploma, all the while giving myself the same speech I had mentally given myself at my high school graduation: don't fall, don't fall. Mission complete. I once again managed to receive my diploma and get back across the stage without falling and completely humiliating myself in front of everyone. I sat back down in my seat and zoned out again until after the ceremony was complete.

After the ceremony was over I met back up with Adam, who had sat a few rows ahead of me. We shared a quick kiss before heading out to meet our parents in the parking lot. We found our parents waiting for us in front of Adam's car. "Hey guys," they greeted us with hugs. "Are you guys ready for dinner?" My father asked and Adam and I smiled at each other and nodded.

(Dinner)

Adam and I decided that we would take our parents to the same restaurant in which he had proposed. And just like the last time, we both ordered a sirloin, while my parents decided on lobster and Adam's on ribs. My sister had gone back to the hotel, complaining with a headache. "So kids, now that you are out of college, what do you plan to do?"

Adam grabbed my hand under the table. "Actually, that's what we wanted to talk to you about." Our parents stopped eating and just looked at us, waiting for Adam to continue. "Julie and I love each other very much, and we've been together for four years now."

"What are you saying son?" Adam's father asked.

"Adam and i are engaged." I answered as Adam squeezed my hand. I watched for the reactions, hoping they would be good ones.

"Well, I think it is about time," Adam's father finally answered after a period of silence. I smiled, if Adam's father was okay with it, then everyone else should be as well.

"It certainly is," my mother agreed.

"So when were you two thinking of having the wedding?" Adam's mother asked with tears in her eyes.

"July," I answered as Adam released my hand.

"Alright," my father finally spoke. "Whatever you want, your mother and I will pay for everything." My father answered. "Your mother and I only ask that your sister be your maid of honor."

"Alright." I agreed. I suppose I could have two maids of honor.

"Wow, dinner was great." Adam's father complimented as he threw his napkin into his empty plate as everyone else seemed to be finished as well. Adam started to take his wallet out to pay, but his father stopped him. "Don't worry, son. Your mother and I will take care of it."

"You sure?" Adam asked and his father nodded. "Well, thanks for dinner. Julie and I had better get going. I have an early practice in the morning and a game tomorrow night. I can get you guys tickets if you wish to attend."

"Yeah, that would be great." Adam's father replied as Adam and I hugged our parents one final time.

"Alright, six extra tickets it is. Just meet us at my apartment around four tomorrow." Adam replied as we headed out the door. "That went well." Adam told me as we pulled out of the parking lot and headed home from a long day.

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