Another chapter! I have a few questions for you guys, but I'm going to put it at the end. Sorry I'm not posting as often (it's Tech Week!)
Disclaimer: If I ever own Les Mis I will tell you all, but I don't, so until then...
"This is delicious, did you make this?" Eponine asked even though she doubted he did.
"Yes I did," Enjolras said matter-of-factly.
"Really?" she said amazed.
"Sort of," he admitted, "I had some help from the cooks at the café."
"I'm still impressed," she giggled.
"I love your laugh Eponine," he said.
"Thank you," Eponine wasn't sure where this suddenly romantic side of Enjolras was coming from, but she must admit she liked it, "Well I love you."
The picnic had been so wonderful for Eponine. She had never had anyone treat her so well. Enjolras was like a dream come true. She could never imagine losing him. The only thing she ever thought could separate them now was death, and if death was to separate them, she wanted to go first. She wasn't going to live without him now he was here. Of course, Enjolras was still planning that revolution of his, Eponine knew it. Even though he was only having speeches and meetings when he thought she wasn't around, but she always was, hiding in the shadows. And the revolution was coming soon, within the summer. So Eponine was taking this moment in, because the two may only have a few months.
Eponine tried not to think about it too often, it just made her upset. It would put her in a bad mood for the rest of the day, till nothing could cheer her up. So she just avoided the thought till it wouldn't even cross her mind.
"Are you ready for dessert?" Enjolras asked reaching into the basket.
"I'm so full, I don't know if I can take another bite," Eponine felt like she was going to explode.
He looked disappointed, "You have to have some, it's the best part."
She felt bad not taking it, and agreed to have some.
"I have a special cupcake just for you, but it comes with a question," Enjolras reached into the basket but then seemed to change his mind. He stood up, and then helped Eponine up as well, continuing to hold her hands even once she was up.
"Eponine, I have never met anyone like you. You are strong and courageous. You're not afraid to take risks for the people you love and in order to love. You understand things that I don't understand, and even without having a formal education you are the smartest person I know. You are funny and light hearted. And even though everything you have been though you are so strong and have never given up," Enjolras got down of one knew.
"You single handedly made me a different, better person. The old Enjolras never would be on a romantic picnic on a beautiful day. He would have been worrying about something out of his hands, instead of seeing what's in front of him. But one time he looked to see what was there instead of looking past, and he found the best thing in his life. The best thing in my life."
"So Eponine Thenardier," Enjolras pulled a cupcake out of the picnic basket, the cupcake had a ring sitting on top, surround by icing, "Will you marry me?"
Eponine opened her mouth to answer, but Enjolras continued to talk, "I know it's early, how long have we really known each other? But I couldn't imagine a life without you. You have changed me, and I want to make you my wife. Eponine I love you, and can only hope you love me back," The last part didn't sound quite as put together as the rest, which just made Eponine giggle.
"Enjolras, Yes! Yes! I'll marry you, oh my goodness, yes!" He kissed her.
"Never has the word yes sounded so good," he said when they separated, "That had to be the most nervous I have ever been in my life. I was so worried that-"
"I would say no?" She laughed, "How could I ever say no?"
"I thought maybe you weren't ready with us barely knowing each other. I didn't want to rush it."
"You're not rushing it," Eponine said, "I don't think you can rush true love."
Enjolras smiled, "Do you think this is true love?"
"Of course it is, I wouldn't have said yes if it wasn't," and they kissed again.
He pulled away a few seconds later, "I only have one problem."
Eponine was worried and confused, "What is it?"
"I feel like as a young gentleman, I should ask permission to marry you. I know your father is not an option."
"That's true I suppose, there is really no one to ask. My father would kill you on the spot. He's not even my real father anymore. But that does give me an idea," she had an epiphany.
"What are you talking about, Eponine?"
"Enjolras, you could ask Monsieur Fauchelevent to marry me!"
"Cosette's father? Why?"
"Because he's been kinder and more loving than my actual father ever was. He's given us a home, food, and a sense of family."
"Well that's what we will do." Enjolras grabbed her hand again, squeezing it.
"We will have a dinner with the family, asking his permission and announcing the engagement," She decided.
"Till then let's keep it a secret, not because I'm ashamed, but because I want this day to stay between , our little secret till we surprise everyone."
"It sounds like a plan."
"Eponine, remember your dream, your image of a perfect life you once told me about? What was it?"
"I guess it's sort of silly. I want to live in a big house with lots of land and lots of kids and lots of pets. Away from the drama of the city, where we can live surrounded by love and happiness."
"That's not silly at all Eponine. It's perfect. That's our plan." He whispered.
They sat back down, eating their dessert. Eponine ate the cupcake and licked the icing off the ring. Enjolras then put it on her hand. Eponine was going to be married, married to a man a few months ago she could have only dreamed of.
I don't know if they technically had cupcakes for the time period, but they do now! Alright y'all! The barricade scene will be coming soon. Three or four chapters give or take. I was wondering, if before I posted the barricade chapters (I think the barricade will be in two parts) if you would want to read a short chapter on Azelma and what's been going on with her. It's not done, but I've sort of been working on it along with this, so review/PM me if you would like it or not. I really would like to post it, so just tell me :) I'm so excited to post the barricade chapters because what happens will blow your mind!