I have a problem with keeping things fluffy in the story for some reason.

Thanks to Scouse my wonderful Beta!

PG-13

Chapter 17

Arthur's POV

"Stupid lawyers! They can't tell me that I can't take Spencer away." The dark haired man mumbled to himself as he walked out of the fifth law office of the day.

He gets into his car and heads back to his hotel room.

I need to come up with a new plan. I will not fail my daughter. She will get the help she needs to cure her of this illness.

Pulling into his hotel parking lot, a light bulb goes off.

I have it. The perfect idea to help my confused daughter. I just need to call Mr. Snider to set it all up.

Arthur walks into his room, closing the door behind him. He picks up the phone and dials the number he knows by heart. After three rings, he answers.

"Mr. Snider. I have an idea, and I'm gonna need your help."

Spencer's POV

Sunday night was the best night of my life. We danced underneath the stars for hours just talking to each other. I will never forget that night for the rest of my life. Afterwards, we walked home hand and hand. Our fingers intertwined. We fit so well together, like we where made for each other. I never really believed in soul mates until now. But I know believe that everyone really does have one. And I know that mine is Ashley. I know that and feel it with every fiber in my body. I don't ever want to lose her.

Stirring from behind me breaks into my train of thought. Smiling, I remember that Ash is still asleep snuggled into my back. I guess spooning would be the best term to use.

Rolling over carefully, I don't want her to wake up quite yet. I stare at her. She is so peaceful looking when she sleeps. I love her. She makes me happy. I hope I do the same for her.

"Morning beautiful" I whisper as her eyes flutter open in the morning light.

"Morning my love" she replies. Placing small delicate kisses to my eyelids, she pulls me even closer into her.

"Sleep well"

"That was the best night's sleep of my life. I never want to wake up without you beside me again."

"Me too"

Ashley's POV

Spencer's cell phone breaks our spell. She reaches over to her bedside table to retrieve it.

"It's my dad." The sadness in her eyes is heart breaking.

"Answer it. Maybe he wants to say he's sorry for the other day." She nods quickly before answering.

"Hello"

I decided to give her privacy, so I make my way to the bathroom to get ready for the day. Taking a shower, brushing my teeth and hair, and then getting dressed I made my way back to our bedroom.

"Okay dad. Today at 3pm. I'll be there" At least she's smiling. Maybe her dad finally came to his senses.

"What did he want?" I ask as I take a seat on the bed beside her.

"He said he was sorry and that he wants to make it up to me. I'm meeting him for lunch."

Brushing some hair behind her ear, I pull her into a much-needed kiss. "Do you want me to come with you?"

"I would love for you to, but I need to talk to him alone. I also don't think my mom would let you leave." Why do I have a bad feeling about this?

"Okay. I'll be waiting for you to get back though"

Missing her lips, I close the distance between us once again. Slowly I glide my lips with hers. They are dancing together to a rhythm only we know. Our tongues battle for control that neither of us wants to relinquish to the other. My hands wonder from her shoulders down to the hem of her t-shirt. I play with it trying to decide whether or not push things any further along with us. However, Spencer makes that decision for me.

Pulling back, "not now Ash. Soon though. I promise." she whispers into my ear while trying to catch her breath.

"Okay but I'm holding you to that promise." I wink at her before leaving to go down stairs for breakfast.

Spencer's POV

I hope my meeting with dad goes well. I miss him so much, and I know my mom and brother miss him too. Maybe he finally realizes that his family is more important than some beliefs. Nervousness doesn't even begin to describe what I'm feeling right now. I should have told my mom where I was going, but I was afraid she wouldn't let me. He's my dad. I need him in my life. I just hope this isn't a mistake.

I'm on my way to a small little diner on the outskirts of town to meet him. Pulling into the small, almost empty parking lot, I exit the car and make my way inside. I spot him sitting in a booth in the corner. Walking over to him, I greet him taking a seat across from him.

"So" My lame attempt at breaking the ice.

"Let's order first. Then we'll talk." He smiles at me and hands me a menu.

The waitress comes and takes our orders. After she leaves, the silence is uncomfortable and heart wrenching.

"Dad?"

"Listen Spencer. I want to help you."

"I thought you... I thought you where here to apologize to me for the way you've been acting lately."

"No; of course, I'm not going to do that. You need help, and I'm going to help you."

Shaking my head in disbelief, "I have to go. Call me when you change your mind dad. Hopefully, I will still want you around then."

Getting up, I make my way towards the exit without looking back. I can't believe my dad can't love me for me. I am so stupid for coming all the way out here to meet with him. I need Ashley so much right now. I just hope I can hold it together until I get home.

"Spencer! Wait!" Arthur yells out behind me.

"Leave me alone" I say trying to get the key into door. I just want to get as far away from him as possible.

"No! You're not leaving!" He says has he grabs my arm turning me around to face me.

"Let go! I'm leaving now!"

"You need help you're not going anywhere."

His hand comes up to cover my face, and my world goes black.