Chapter 13:
I'm happy for you," Rachelle said squeezing Elysia's shoulder. "I still have a lot to learn," Elysia said. "We'll teach you," Christian said, "That's what we're here for." They left the church going out to the parking lot. There stood a man Elysia had never seen. His hair was a light blonde, and his eyes were brown. "Hello Marcus," Rachelle said hugging him. "It's good to see you!"
"Are you read?" he asked. She nodded and turned to Christian, "Would you both like to go with us?" "Where?" Elysia asked. "The gardens for a picnic," Rachelle answered, "It's such a lovely place to be right now you know, the river is enchanting!" Elysia looked to Christian, who nodded, " I think it's a splendid idea!"
When they reached the gardens, Elysia was ultimately impressed. Rachelle had been right, it was lovely. Luckily, they had gone home and got dressed in more appropriate clothing. Elysia and Rachelle were wearing sundresses, Elysia had pulled her hair back in a ponytail, while Rachelle was wearing a hat. Once they had gotten there Rachelle and Marcus Walked ahead, Rachelle attached to his arm. Elysia held Christian's hand. "It's so small," he said. "What?," Elysia asked. "Your hand," he replied, And very soft." "Should they be large like yours," she asked.
"No," he replied, "I like them, they fit perfectly in my hands." "Yes," she said smiling, "I guess they do." They were currently ion a path to find a spot that Rachelle had picked for their picnic. Elysia looked around her. The flowers were lovely at the current time, Elysia wanted dearly to have one. Christian smiled and plucked a Casablanca lily, putting behind her ear. Elysia smiled, "thank you, it's pretty." "Not as pretty as you," he said smiling.
"I found it!" Rachelle exclaimed. Elysia helped Rachelle set up the blankets and the food. Rachelle was right, it was a beautiful spot. The grass was green, it was beside the river and Elysia could see the shore on the opposite side. There was a long that two people could sit on, which was covered by a blanket that Rachelle provide. Christian and Elysia sat on the blanket on the ground, getting out the sandwiches. "Peanut butter and jelly," Rachelle said smiling, "Yum!" they ate.
Elysia looked up, seeing Christian had a dab of peanut butter on his top lip. She giggled catching his attention. "What?" he asked curious. "Nothing," she replied muffling her giggle. "Is something on my face," he asked. "Yes," she confessed, "It's on your lip." He smiled, "I see how highly you think of me. Are you gonna make it up to me…" "Hmm…"
They stared at each other, before Christian leaned over, closer. Never adverting her eyes, Elysia picked up her cup sipping up the last of her drink while Christian was sitting confused waiting on his kiss. He opened his eyes, realizing she was drinking her water. "Umm.." she said licking her lips, "Delicious." Christian frowned and turned away. Elysia giggled, tapping him lightly.
"You want something special," she whispered in his ear. "Yes," he said childishly, "You owe me." "Close your eyes," she whispered leaning closer. He did so pulling her over him. She kissed him chastely, before rolling him into the river. Elysia grinned brightly as she heard Rachelle laugh behind her. Christian hadn't come up though, and it had been a couple of seconds. "Christian?…" Elysia shrieked out going over to the bank, squatting looking for him.
Suddenly, two strong arms grabbed her pulling her under. She came up immediately seeing two mischievous brown eyes. She sank low in before spitting water in his face. He laughed before pushing her under.
After finishing dessert and cleaning up, Rachelle left them the blankets while she and Marcus went to the bridge. Elysia and Christian sat on the log, looking at the stars. It was such peace and quiet. Christian looked at Elysia in the moonlight, fascinated by her beauty. "What is it?" he said. "Nothing," she said, "I just envy the moon, it's so beautiful." "Don't be envious of the moon, it's not as pretty as you," Christian said.
Elysia smiled, "You're a good person Christian." "Only because you make me so," he responded. She laid her head on his shoulder, "I don't know how you can think that, you make me better, you're the best part of my. I don't know how to live without you." "You don't have to," he said running a hand through her hair, "You always have me," She smiled looking back up at the stars, taking his hand in hers.
It soon was time to go. Elysia smiled as Christian ld her into her lair. "Well," he said, "Goodnight." There was a pause as Christian's eyes connected with Elysia. "No," he said, "I can't do this, it wouldn't be appropriate." "I didn't mean make love to me Christian," she said, "Just stay with me, it's terribly lonely with me here by myself."
She had finally talked him into staying. He removed his shirt, sliding under the sheets of her bed. Elysia returned in her nightgown, sliding into the bed as well. Christian wrapped an arm around her as she placed her hands in front of her heart. "Goodnight," he said closing his eyes. Goodnight," Elysia sighed. With that they fell asleep.