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July 27th, 1938

When we creeped back into the house that night careful not to wake Aunt Ethel and Uncle Johnnie, I was a bundles of nerves. No one knew about what transpired between Danny and I and I was grateful. I'm sure Matthew would've been roughing Danny up and I'm sure Abbie would've been chanting 'I told you so's'. I was also grateful for the air of anonymity because what if Danny thought it was a mistake and just a spur of the moment thing. Despite what he said before it. So I went to bed with Abbie as always and slept my blues away.

When we woke up the next morning, the sun was shining and I was immediately hot. The Tennessee sun was unforgiving in summer and no one escaped it's cruel attempts to burn us to a crisp.

"Abbie," I said kicking her awake.

"Charlotte," she moaned. "Go back to sleep."

"Come on Abs, it's already hot outside and I need to eat," I told her.

"Eggs and bacon alright?" she groaned as she rolled out of bed.

"Just perfect," I said. I knew I could count on food to get the girl out of bed. See, Abbie like her figure and tried to maintain it the best she could, her only downfall was food.

We walked down the stairs quietly not wanting to disturb anyone who was still sleeping, but to our surprise all the boys were up and had already flung themselves over the lounges and carpets.

"Tough morning boys?" I asked grinning.

"It shouldn't be, none of them had anything to drink," said Abbie smirking.

"That's what you think," moaned Rafe. Abbie walked over to them and looked under the lounges. She knelt back up, two empty bottles of whiskey in her hands.

"Do you know how much Daddy's going to kill you two when he finds his whiskey gone?" Abbie said pointedly at Ethan and Rafe.

"It's not your Dads Abbie," Danny said standing up and then immediately regretting it. "It's my Dad's." Abbie nodded in understanding and dropped the bottles in the bin and buried them under other various piles of rubbish.

"Well come on over to the table, Abbie and I are going to make breakfast," I told them.

"Thank the heavens above for that," said Ethan getting up slowly and walking over to the table. I just laughed out and shook my head.

I moved over to the fridge to pull out some milk and eggs and bacon when Danny made his way towards me.

"Morning you," I said smiling.

"Good morning," he said and leaned in for a kiss. Suddenly I was hit with all the thoughts of last night and the situation we were in. I pulled back suddenly and turned away walking over to the bench to start cooking. Danny looked puzzled. He walked over and started to help me while Abbie set the table up and the boys made themselves drinks.

"What's wrong?" he asked as he started cutting up the bacon.

"I-I just want to make sure that last night wasn't a spur of the moment thing," I told him cracking an egg into the sizzling pan.

"Well if it was I wouldn't of just tried to kiss you at the fridge," he pointed out.

"So, we're-" I was cut off.

"Dating," he said smiling and then he nudged me gently. I offered him a small smile. To hear that word come out of his mouth and the way it was used in our situation made that nine year old girl inside me skip in joy. Danny and I. Together.

"So can I have that kiss now?" asked Danny.

"As much as I would love to, I think we should hold off on the public affection until I've talked to Matthew. I don't want him getting his knickers in a twist, as much as I don't want him twisting yours," I said giggling and then flipped the eggs.

"Good call, I can imagine that'd be quite uncomfortable," he said smirking. I shook my head and looked at him. His brown eyes pierced through my green ones, a hint of amusement passed between them.

"Besides, I'd like to have you to myself a bit more," I said starting to blush at my outburst of courage.

"And I'd like to see that blush more myself," he said as he took the pan off me and began to cook the bacon. I took the plate of eggs over to the table and placed them in the middle. I walked back over to him, slightly calmer after our little exchange.

"Go sit down, I'll finish this," I said.

"Not a chance, you've already cooked the eggs and besides, you and Abbie can't always make us breakfast."

"Fine," I said taking my apron off and tying it around him. He smirked and I laughed.

"That's a good look Dan," said Rafe from the table.

"I think so too. It really brings out his eyes," said Matthew laughing as he sipped his orange juice.

"Come on guys, give Danielle a break," said Abbie taking her seat at the table.

"Alright, alright," said Danny as he broke away from the stove and bought over the plate of bacon and set it down. "Just because I look good in an apron of you guys would look weird. No need to tease." The table howled in laughter. As all the food was ready, I went to sit next to Abbie but Matthew slid in first.

"What do you think you're doing?" said Abbie forwning at my brother. "That's Lottie's seat."

"Not anymore. She can sit next to Danny," he replied a smirk on his face.

"Your lucky I like were you've placed her," Abbie said to him coldly.

"Me too," said Danny. This earned a table of raised eyebrows. I sat down quickly and began to eat as if to avoid any further questions. Curiosity aside, everyone followed and all that could be heard was knives and forks hitting plates.

The rest of breakfast was passed with banter and smiles. We asked the boys about college life and they fascinated us with tales of their many mishaps and triumphs. Ethan invited us to one of his football games and we obliged happily. It wasn't everyday we could go down to a college football game especially with it being so far away.

"Do you realise, this is the first breakfast we've had altogether in a year?" asked Abbie going all nostalgic on us.

"We had one yesterday Abs," said Ethan.

"That doesn't count. We didn't sit like this and talk and what not," she said stuffing food in her mouth.

"Well they're hard to come by since we're in college," said Matthew.

"Even harder when these two go," said Rafe smiling proudly.

"And what about you boys?" I asked curiously.

"We're going to run the farm, take over from Daddy when the time comes," said Rafe.

"Is that your plan too?" I asked Danny.

"It is for now, but you never know what's going to happen," he said smiling.

"Well, I'm going off the work," said Rafe as he stood up and started clearing the table.

"Yeah, and I'm off to meet Billy," said Abbie.

"Really now?" asked Matthew standing up and following her.

"Yes, have a problem with that?" she asked him.

"No, not at all. Where are you two off to?" he asked and he sculled the rest of his juice and placed the dishes into the sink.

"The park."

"Good, Ethan needs to practice his throwing. We'll come with you," he said. Abbie frowned instantly.

"We will?" asked Ethan not paying proper attention.

"Yeah, Coach said you needed to work on that arm," Matthew said, practically lying through his teeth. I had to bite down my tongue to stop myself from laughing. Ethan eventually got the hint and started playing along.

"Oh yeah, I do. We'll drive you down Abs," she stomped her foot and trudged upstairs to get ready.

"Smooth Matthew. Maybe instead of trying to sabotage her and Billy, you ask her out," I told him. He blushed a violent shade of red.

"It's alright man, I don't mind you being sweet on my baby sis," said Rafe chuckling.

"Neither do I," beamed Ethan highly amused at the situation.

"Well, we gotta get this Billy to leave her alone first," said Matthew. The three of them said their goodbyes and started conspiring as they moved down to their respective cars.

"So what are your plans today?" I asked Danny. He opened his mouth to reply but stopped at the sight of Abbie.

"Lord give me strength," muttered Abbie as she walked down to stairs interrupting our conversation. She waved at us half heartedly and followed after the boys.

"I was going to ask if you wanted to do something," he said as he shook his head at Abbie. I was about to reply when the door flung open again. I sighed. How was a girl meant to have a conversation with her boyfriend with so many interruptions. I was about to scold the person who walked in next but it was Uncle Johnnie.

"Danny, you're not working today are you?" he asked.

"No sir."

"Good, do you think you could dust the crops? I have to go into town for business," Uncle Johnnie said.

"Sure, I'd be happy to do it," Danny replied.

"That's my boy," Uncle Johnnie said smiling. "Oh and Lottie, maybe you could help give the plane a wash after. She's looking mighty dusty." And with that, the old man was off on his way.

"Well, how about that aeroplane ride?" asked Danny smirking.

I stood there and looked up at the big, red plane as Danny started getting it ready.

"There is no way."

"What?" Danny asked confused.

"I can't, I refuse to go anywhere in that! Is it even safe?" I asked freaking out. He started laughing hysterically.

"Char, I've been in this thing a hundred times. It's safe," he said after he'd calmed down.

"With two people?" I asked.

"Not exactly, but if you sit on my lap and stay still, it'll be fine," he said as he dismissed my worries.

"Alright."

Danny put on his gloves and goggles and got in the plane. I climbed up after him timidly and sat half in his lap half in the actual seat.

"Can you see?" I asked him, my voice laced with fear.

"Charlotte, we'll be safe. I'd never put you in danger," he said softly. My nerves suddenly settled and the engine of the plane roared to life. "Ready for takeoff?" he asked.

"Yes sir," I said smiling. He steered the plane our of it's shed and onto the make shift runway. The plane started to pick up sped and soon enough we were of the ground and in the air. I screamed in delight. This was actually fun.

"See, what did I tell you?" he asked smirking as he went back and forth along the crops and dusted them with some unknown substance.

"It's magical," I told him as I peered over the side and down on the lush green that was the McCawley farm. We flew over the house and all seemed so serene and peaceful. I honestly never wanted to leave this spot right here.

We flew for another hour as Danny finished up his job. When we started to land I think I yelled more in delight than I did at take off. When we were safely tucked away in the shed again Danny cut of the engine and pulled off his goggles.

"Have fun?" he asked.

"Too much!" I said in delight. "Next time you go, take me!". He laughed at my eagerness and we piled out of the plane.

"Yes, well if you keep screaming like that, I'm going to have to wear earplugs he joked."

"I'm sorry," I said softly as I wrapped my arms around him.

"I was joking," he replied.

"I know, but it gave me a reason to hug you," I told him.

"Good, cause know I get to hug you too," he said and wrapped his arms around me and kissed the top of my head. I pulled back and smiled.

"Alright, let's get this girl clean," I said and I pulled out some buckets and sponges. We started filling up the buckets of soapy water. I watched Danny intently as he unbuttoned his shirt and took it off. He was wearing a singlet underneath and it revealed his chiselled chest to me. I could almost feel my cheeks turn red. I suddenly kicked off my shoes and cardigan and rolled up my sleeves.

We started cleaning the plane whilst listening to the radio. The Andrews Sisters were playing and I couldn't help but sing along.

"You're good, you know," he said from under the wing.

"Good at what?" I asked confused.

"Singing," he said smiling at me as he came around to rinse his cloth.

"That was good? I was just goofing around," I told him as I bent down to rinse my own cloth.

"Well then, I guess you better serenade me properly," he said coming towards me closer.

"No, I couldn't, I-I can't sing," I told him starting to giggle. He held up his soaking cloth and smirked.

"Oh you can, especially when I do this," he said wringing it out over my head and then continuing to wipe it all over my face.

"Danny, stop it!" I said starting to run away. But he caught me in his strong arms and continued to assault me with water. I giggled in delight.

"Not until you sing," he said walking over to the bucket, still managing to pick me up.

"I can't when you're holding me so tight!" I squealed as I still continued to laugh.

"Well then, if I let go, promise to sing," he said and I could practically feel the grin on his face.

"Okay, I promise!". He let me go and I readied myself. He relaxed and moved over to the side of the plane. I was about to start when the buckets of water caught my eye. Instead of starting to sing, I made a mad dash towards the bucket, grabbed one and then tipped it all over Danny. He stood their shocked and then grinned. I dropped the bucket and began to run around the plane in circles.

"I'm sorry! I'm sorry!" I yelled.

"Sure you are!" he said as he finally caught me. It was inevitable, his 6 foot something build was sure going to beat my 5 foot 6 one. "Gotcha!"

"I'm sorry! Please don't kill me!" I said giggling.

"Don't worry, I don't kill just torture." He raised his arms pushed me against the plane and then started to tickle me violently.

"Danny, stop!" I screeched. "Danny, please, stop," I said through my laughter.

"Okay, okay," he said as he laughed too. "I'll stop." True to his word, he stopped and then leaned in.

"No one said you could kiss me either," I told him cheekily.

"I did," he replied and then crushed my lips into his. I wrapped my arms around him as his were pushed against the plane for support. We broke apart slightly breathless and the both of us smiled.

"Uh hmm," someone cleared their throat. I jumped in my spot and turned towards the opening of the plane shed. Rafe was standing there with a smug look on his face. "Hey guys."

"You're meant to be at work," Danny said, his cheeks going red.

"My shift was covered by someone," said Rafe shrugging. "What are you guys up too?".

"Cleaning the plane," I said coming out from behind Danny.

"That all?" Rafe asked smirking.

"Rafe, come on," said Danny beginning to laugh.

"You guys! It's about time!" Rafe said as he walked up to us and hugged us both.

"Please don't tell anyone," I said into his chest.

"Your secret is safe with me," Rafe said as we pulled apart. A glint of amusement was evident in his eye as he said this, and even though I knew he wouldn't tell anyone outright, he'd be dropping hints every time we were together.

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