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And special shoutouts to the people that got the question right: Kaileychicago and Almiaranger! They were all song titles! :) Without further ado the last and final chapter:
Chapter 16
Disclaimer: I don't own Pokemon!
Last time:
"OMG! May, it's Dawn! I'm going on a date with Kenny tonight and I need fashion help! What am I going to wear? What am I going to do with my hair? What about my makeup? What about-" Dawn informed May, never taking one breathe.
The ornate, long, gold mirror reflected a girl with a stunned face. She reached up and touched the mirror. "Wow," Dawn stared then did a little spin causing her skirt to flutter around her small frame. She smiled at the choice of clothes by May; she wore a long-sleeve white turtle neck with a navy skirt that fell about 4 inches above her knees. To spice up her outfit a bit, she wore a skinny red belt which she tucked her shirt into and a matching red beret. Underneath her skirt, she wore black tights and cute beige flats. She turned around and silently re-thanked May for the impromptu makeover. Her blue hair was down and her face slightly made up. She just wore black mascara to compliment her long lashes and a slightly red tinted, cherry gelato flavored lip gloss.
The doorbell rang, begging Dawn to the door. She grabbed her beige purse and ran down the stairs. She took a deep breath and opened the door. "Hi, Kenny!" Dawn chirped cheerfully. Kenny flashed her a nervous smile and stepped into the house. He was dressed in denim jeans, a collared forest green shirt, a light brown jacket and brown shoes. Dawn looked a bit confused and just followed along.
"Dee Dee, Where's your mom?" Kenny asked looking around.
"Hi, Kenny! Whatcha need?" Dawn's mom walked into the room.
"I was just wondering," Kenny nervously asked, "if it would be okay to take Dawn out on a date?" Kenny looked scared in Johanna's opinion.
Johanna stared for a second before smiling, "Of course! Go on and have fun." She urged them out the door and before they knew it, they were outside in the sunset.
Kenny held out his hand and Dawn quickly grabbed it. They walked off towards town before Dawn said something, "Kenny, what exactly are we going?" Kenny just smiled and led her to an outdoor skating rink. Dawn stared at she saw other couples skating around the rink in graceful circles. Kenny led her into the building near it and walked in. The heat overwhelmed them and Kenny brought Dawn to the counter.
"I'll take a size 10 and," he looked at Dawn.
"I'll take a size 6 and a half!" Dawn happily added. The man nodded and handed them their skates. They sat down and Kenny helped lace Dawn's on before lacing his on. "Um, Kenny," Dawn uttered nervously.
"Yeah?" Kenny asked as he stepped on to the rink and led Dawn in too.
"I don't know how to skate," Dawn blurted out before falling down. Kenny attempted to catch her but ended up falling down as well. Kenny ended up on the bottom with Dawn on his stomach perpendicular to him.
"I'm so sorry!" Dawn apologized before trying to get up but falling again. Kenny was able to stand up and get out of the way before Dawn could fall on him. He held a hand for Dawn and helped her stand. "Thanks ,Kenny," Dawn smiled a million-watt smile. Kenny slowly pulled her and coached her slowly. They skated around the rink together and the sun was long gone. When they got back into the building, it was already 9. They got their regular shoes back on and Kenny put a blindfold on her unexpectedly.
"Kenny?" Dawn felt around with her hands.
"Yeah?" Kenny grabbed her hand and began to lead her out the door.
"Where are going?" Dawn asked while trudging through the snow.
"You'll see." And that was all Kenny said. They walked into a very familiar place. The blinds were closed and the only sound was the sound of the firewood cracking. Kenny closed the door and came back to see Dawn sprawled out on the floor, ironically where she fell the very first time they met again.
"Are you okay?" Kenny rushed to her side.
"Yeah, I'm fine." Kenny helped her up and led her to in front of the fireplace. Kenny went behind her and took off the blindfold. Dawn's vision cleared to a small red and white checked blanket on the floor and two pillows sitting next to each other. Sitting on the blanket was a picnic basket. Dawn looked around and realized where she was.
"How did you rent out the entire café?" Dawn looked amazed as she sat down.
"Well," Kenny started awkwardly, "they know us well enough and when they eavesdropped on us, they offered the entire place." Dawn smiled and Kenny began to take out food from the basket: hot chocolate, hot soup, a pasta salad, and lastly the café's teriyaki chicken.
On cue, Dawn's stomach grumbled and Dawn smiled sheepishly, "Let's eat?" Kenny laughed and they dove into the surplus of food. After eating, Dawn leaned back in the cushion, "Thanks so much, Kenny."
Kenny looked confused, "For what?"
"The date, for one. For being there for me in one of the hardest times of my life," her eyes began to tear in remembrance. "For being my best friend," Dawn smiled through the tears. "And lastly, for giving me time," Dawn smiled and leaned in. Kenny instinctively leaned in and their lips met. It was a light chaste kiss in the perfect setting. They smiled at each other and Dawn laid her head on his shoulder. It was finally coming together for Dawn.
A couple hours earlier. Immediately after Dawn and Kenny left for their date.
Johanna sat on her couch with a good book and a hot chocolate. They doorbell chimed throughout the house and Johanna stood up confused. She walked to the door and opened it. A smiling Jocelyn stood at the door. The two friends immediately hugged and Johanna invited her inside and gave her a hot chocolate.
"Jocelyn, I haven't seen you in such a long time!" Johanna gushed.
"I know. Did you know that Kenny and Dawn are out on a date right now?" Jocelyn giggled.
"Yes. I know. Kenny even asked me like a complete gentleman," Johanna nodded her head in approval.
"They are too cute together!" Jocelyn squealed like a young school girl. "They are going to get married and have plenty of grandkids," Jocelyn babbled her mind elsewhere and her eyes sparkled. Johanna smiled sheepishly at her best friend and just nodded. They continued sitting there awaiting the arrival of their children.
Dawn and Kenny eventually headed home and Kenny walked her to her door.
"What does this mean?" Kenny asked, unnerved of what could happen.
"I guess that we're you know," Dawn blushed, "together. Even though it's only been one date, I think that it's been much more than that." They stood there on Dawn's porch unknown to them that both of their mothers were watching through the blinds. They leaned in and lightly touched lips before pulling away flushed. The door suddenly shot open, scaring the two. Dawn and Kenny stood there awkwardly as their mothers were giggling and gushing over them like two little girls. It wasn't going to be easy but it was going to be worth it all.
Yes, the final chapter was short :( Wah, I'm going to miss this story!
Good new though, the epilogue is much better but MUCH more cliche! Please review for just one last time?
