Chapter 22

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Eventually, London finished her show and her new producer was wrapping things up. Finally, she turned back to Cody and Bailey who were still staring at her.

"What?"

"London, you ambushed us!"

London shrugged. "So?"

Bailey sighed. "We haven't made any decisions yet and you put us out for the world to see..."

London rolled her eyes. "I don't buy that for a minute. You two have been engaged almost six months now. I seriously doubt you haven't thought about it at all..."

Cody paused. "Yes, we've thought about it, but..."

London interrupted him. "Alright, we have you thought about?"

"Well...We were thinking of having the wedding on the S.S. Tipton..."

London smiled. "Perfect! You tell tell me when and I'll take care of everything!"

Bailey interrupted her. "London! Cody and I still need to talk about this..."

"Fine. Talk then."

"We aren't right now. We're in New York City for the day. We know this is a big conversation that would be better done when we get home..."

London sighs. "Fine. Well, what are you two doing in New York anyways?"

Cody smiled. "I told Bailey I was bringing her to the city, and we could do anything she wanted..."

London turns to Bailey. "Well, what are you planning?"

Bailey paused. "Well, I'd like to go see Ground Zero, and then see the top of the Empire State building and maybe even see a Broadway play, but its probably too late to get tickets..."

London picked up her phone and had a short conversation. She turned back to them. "Stop by the concierge and he will take care of it..."

Bailey smiled. "Thank you, London..."

London shrugs. "Hey, if you want to see one, go right ahead. Those things bore me to death. I took Ivana to see one about cats and all it was people singing in ugly costumes...Anyways, you two have fun. I have to go catch the Tipton Chopper. I'm due for a end of the season party in the Hamptons..."

"Well, we hope you have fun. We promise we'll discuss it and talk to you soon."

"Sounds good. You two take care of yourselves."

Bailey and Cody returned to the lobby and spoke with the concierge. According to him, they just had to tell them what they wanted to see and it would be done. Bailey was tempted with Chicago and The Phantom of the Opera, but in the end, she couldn't pass up seeing The Lion King. Cody was agreeable to that, so with tickets in hand, they headed out on the streets and left the SUV in the Tipton garaga.

There first stop was Ground Zero. They both just walked around for a while, both trying to to imagine the tragedy that had occurred just over ten year ago. As they stood there, they could look up and see the continual construction of One World Trade Center, the former Freedom Tower. The enormity of what had happened there caused both of them to shake, and both prayed nothing like that would ever happen again.

Finally, they decided it was time to move along. Their tickets were for 8:00 PM and both decided to grab a bite to eat before they went. They decided to see the Empire State Building afterwards so they could see New York at night. Both decided they wanted to go to the famous Carnegie Deli, so they gave it a try. Both thought it was good, but not worth the prices.

They finally made their way to Broadway and the theater they were looking for. After being seated, they sat back to enjoy the show. The Lion King movie was one of their personal favorites, and both were curious to see how it had been adapted to the stage. Neither was disappointed though. Both thought it had been great and were still talking about it as they left and made their way towards the Empire State Building.

They arrived at the observation deck and just took in the view of the bustling metropolis below them. As they stood there, Bailey was looking on with awe and Cody stood behind her with his arms wrapped around her. He leaned down and whispered in her ear.

"Keep an eye open for large apes climbing up..."

Bailey laughed. "Will do...but I was thinking more of the romantic nature of this place..."

"Yeah?"

"This is where separated lovers are supposed to meet to be reunited..."

Cody pulled her closer. "Do they have to be separated for it to still be romantic?"

Bailey turned to face him. "I don't think so..."

"Me either..." And with that, Cody leaned down and kissed Bailey.

When they finally pulled apart, Bailey smiled. "That was very romantic..."

Cody smiled back. "Well, I aim to please..."

"You always do..."

Eventually, it was getting late and they did have a long drive back to New Haven. They made their way back to the street and walked back to the Tipton hand in hand. Once they got back, they returned to the SUV and headed back home. Once they got back to the interstate, Bailey turned to Cody.

"So, what do you really think of London's proposal?"

Cody paused to think. "Well, on one hand, I want it to be just about us. But on the other, we'll have our wedding forever documented and have a professionally done wedding video..."

It was Bailey's turn to pause. "I hadn't thought of that, but its true..."

"But in the end, its really your call. Just tell me what you want our wedding to be like and I'll make it happen..."

Bailey just sat there and thought. Finally she turned to Cody. "One one hand, the point of our wedding is us joining our lives together as one. So, in that respect, what our wedding is like doesn't matter as long as its us..."

"But the other hand?"

"Growing up with nine sisters, there wasn't much chance for me to stand out. I know I'm not the most beautiful woman in the world..."

Cody immediately interrupts her. "I completely disagree with that!"

Bailey smiled at him. "I know you do. I know in your eyes, I am that beautiful. And you have no idea what that means to me..." She pauses. "I guess I've always wanted one day where all eyes are on me. I know it sounds stupid..."

"It doesn't sound stupid at all."

"Really?"

"Really. I know to me, you will always be the most beautiful woman in any room you are in, but I understand wanting one day where you feel like the belle of the ball. Trust me, having an identical twin, I know a little something about wanting to stand out..."

"Thank you, Sweetie..." Bailey paused. "But, I am being silly. What matters to me is how you see me, and I know I'm beautiful in your eyes. I don't need to be the focus of attention..."

"Bails, you will always be the focus of my attention..."

Bailey smiled. "That's all I've really wanted. A husband who loves me and adores me and supports me no matter what. I have that and more in you..."

"So, are we turning London down?"

Bailey grins. "I didn't say that. I say we just continue to think about it. When the time is right, we'll know exactly what it is we want..."

To be Continued...

Author's Note: I have had people ask me why this story is rated M. Well, I have other people say the adult themes I use in my stories indicate that they should be rated M. So, to be on the safe side, it is rated M. If that is really a problem for somebody, then I don't know what to say except that if you are reading my stories to get your jollies, then I suggest you look elsewhere.