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Chapter 15 (Spencer's POV)
My alarm clock rang throughout my room, waking me rudely from my sleep. I groaned and slammed my hand down on the "Off" button before rolling back over. I was about to drift back to sleep when I realized why I had set my alarm. My eyes shot open and I hurdled out of bed. I quickly shower, changed, and shoved down some breakfast. I stopped half way up the stairs when I noticed the bag that Raife had given me sitting on the top of the stairs. I brought it to my roof and took the bear and shirt out. Ashley's CD was lying at the bottom. I ran my fingers over the written words, "Ashley's Music". I grabbed my laptop and loaded the CD in. It loaded, and then started to play. I heard the sweet strumming of the guitar, and then Ashley's sweet angelic voice.
To My Love Madison
Alright
Yeah it's been a bumpy road
Roller coasters
High and low
Fill the tank and drive the car
Pedal fast, pedal hard
You wont have to go that farYou wanna give up cuz its dark
We're really not that far apart
So let your heart, sweet heart
Be your compass when your lost
And you should follow it where ever it may go
When it's all said and done
You can walk instead of run
Cuz no matter what you'll never be alone (never be alone) oh oh
Never be alone oh ohForgot directions on your way
Don't close your eyes don't be afraid
We might be crazy late at night I can't wait til you arrive
Follow stars you'll be alrightYou wanna give up cuz its dark
We're really not that far apart
So let your heart, sweet heart
Be your compass when your lost
And you should follow it where ever it may go
When its all said and done
You can walk instead of run
Cuz no matter what you'll never be alone (never be alone) oh oh
Never be alone oh oh
You wanna give up cuz its dark
We're really not that far apart
So let your heart, sweet heart
Be your compass when your lost
And you should follow it where ever it may go
When its all said and done
You can walk instead of run
Cuz no matter what you'll never be alone (never be alone) oh oh
Never be alone oh ohWhen its all said and done
You can walk instead of run
Cuz no matter what you'll never be alone
(Lady Antebellum Compass)
Next one is for you dad, your favorite song
I woke up this morning and the sun was gone
Turned on some music to start my day
I lost myself in a familiar son
I closed my eyes and I slipped away
It's more than a feeling
More than a feeling
When I hear that old song they used to play
More than a feeling
And I begin dreaming
More than a feeling
'Til I see Mary Ann walk away
I see my Mary Ann walkin' away
So many people have come and gone
Their faces fade as the years go by
Yet I still recall as I wander on
As clear as the sun in the summer sky
It's more than a feeling
More than a feeling
When I hear that old song they used to play
More than a feeling
And I begin dreaming
More than a feeling
'Til I see Mary Ann walk away
I see my Mary Ann walkin' away
When Im tired and thinking cold
I hide in my music, forget the day
And dream of a girl I used to know
I closed my eyes and she slipped away
She slipped away
It's more than a feeling
More than a feeling
When I hear that old song they used to play
More than a feeling
And I begin dreaming
More than a feeling
'Til I see Mary Ann walk away
I sat there still memorized my Ashley's talent. I wanted to listen to the rest of the CD, but I was already running a little late. I took the CD and hid it under my bed, incase my mother decided to snoop again. I rushed back down the stairs and headed towards my car. I dropped my bags in the back before walking over to Ashley's front door. Knocking on the door, I was greeted by Christine. She gave me a warm smile and welcomed me into the house. She called Ashley's name up the stairs; I could hear Ashley's faint response of 'one minute.' Christine and I sat in awkward silence for a few minutes until Ashley emerged from the stairs. She looked amazing for a parade. Her pink and white 'love is love' shirt brought out her tan skin and the chocolate color of her eyes. Her hair was put into a French braid running along the side.
"You ready?" I asked trying not to stare too much. She nodded and we began to walk out towards the car. We said goodbye to Christine before pulling out the driveway.
The ride over there was quiet; we shared a few laughs before Ashley fell asleep. It was nice to be able to glance over at her and admire her beautiful sleeping form. I turned on the radio to the country channel you have something to do while Ashley slept. For some reason colleges popped into my head, I remember the conversation that my mother gave me yesterday quiet clearly. My mother, of course, is probably one of the cheapest people I know. As soon as she heard the USNA accepted my offer that was the school that she set her heart on. But to be honestly, I really don't want to go there, but in reality I will end up going there. I knew that Ashley was most likely going to go to UNC. Now to be completely honest, UNC also offered me a scholarship to play for them, but since it's not free, my mother won't let me go. I already tried to work my way around the money issue, but I was shut down. Not that I don't want to be with Ashley for the next four years, but I also would be in debt for the rest of my life. The only problem if I go into the USNA, is I have to serve my time after, wherever I am placed, and knowing me I'll get placed in the Marines.
"You know you shouldn't think that hard. It makes the veins pop out on your forehead; its kind of gross," I heard Ashley say from the passenger sit. I felt my cheek burning and I tried my make my veins less noticeable.
"What's making you think so hard" If I may ask," she said turning to face me.
"Nothing really, just my mother I guess." I replied. Ashley nodded her head before returning to face the road.
"Is it about colleges?" she asked without looking at me. I raised my eyebrows, how did she know?
"Yeah…"
"Don't worry I'm sure everything will sort itself out, remember you have the last say in where you go."
"I think that applies to everyone, except me."
We pulled up into the train-parking garage. It was nearly impossible to find a parking spot. We were able to catch the next train into the city where the parade was being held. The train was also much packed. Ashley and I were so close to each other I think I could have lost it.
"Have you been to this before?" Ashley asked as we got off the train.
"I use to come here every year with Glen, but this is the first time in a while that I've gone. What about you, have you ever been to one of these?"
"Yeah, back in California they also had a huge one. Madison took me one time."
"Well I think that you'll meet a lot of cool people," I said walking down the street towards the crowd of people. Once we reached the crowd of people I sent out a text to a few of my friends that I met here a couple of years ago. Ashley followed me to where we were meeting my friends.
Ashley's POV
"Chad," I heard Spencer yell. She was walking towards tall hair boy, with a Justin Bieber type hairstyle.
"Spencer, you just keep getting more beautiful every time I see you," he said. His voice was higher than most men. He was wearing tight pink shorts and a white tight tank top.
"Spencer," another girl said pulling her into a hug.
"Alexis it's so good to see you," Spencer responded.
"Who's this?" Chad asked motioning in my direction.
"Oh this is Ashley. Ashley this is Chad and Alexis," Spencer said introducing me to them. They were extremely welcoming. I think they have become my new best friends.
We walked down the street as we watch people go by. Alexis used her fake license to get us a few drinks.
"So Ashley, are you and Spencer together?" Chad asked. Spencer's eyes darted towards mine as she waited for me to answer. I glanced over at her. I know that we are dating, but Spencer has been avoid saying that we are in case were not. It's a little confusing. I know that she is waiting for my approval before we tell anyone that we are dating.
"We are together," I said putting my arm around Spencer's waist and pulling her close to me.
"For how long?" I heard Alexis ask Spencer.
"About six months," she said confidently. I was a little thrown by six months, but then I realized that four months ago was the first time that we had kissed. I felt a smile curl onto my lips as I remembered the kiss in all its awkwardness and pain.
"Aw you guys are just so cute together," Chad said happily jumping a little.
"So can I officially call you my girlfriend?" Spencer asked as we waited in line for food.
"I'd like that a lot," I said capturing Spencer's lips. When I kiss Spencer, it's like I'm in a whole different world. I don't think of Madison anymore when I'm with Spencer, but I always know that she'll be here when I need her. Right now, it's just Spencer and I.
We spent the rest of the day screaming, shouting, laughing until we cry, eating, hanging out with Chad and Alexis. It was a pretty good way to end the summer. Around nine o'clock the parade began to die down and we decided that it would be a good time to leave. We said our goodbyes to Chad and Alexis. I exchanged my info with them and told them to come see us if they're free. We made out way back to the train station. It wasn't packed; in fact it was mostly empty. Spencer rested her head on my shoulder and looped our arms together once we took a seat on the train.
"Spencer let me drive," I said stopping her from opening the door.
"It's okay Ashley, I'm fine," she said leaning against the car. I gently grabbed her hips and pulled her closer to me. I leaned in and gave her a light kiss on the lips.
"Spencer, you're exhausted. Let me do this for you," I said giving her another kiss. She wrapped her arms around my neck and pulled me in closer, deepening the kiss.
"Okay, " she said handing me the keys.
"You're amazing Ashley," Spencer said intertwining our fingers. I pulled out hands up and kissed the front of her hand.
The drive home was amazing. Spencer never let go of my hand, even after she fell asleep. I replayed the events of today over and over in my head, and every time I get to the part where Spencer asked me if I was her girlfriend, I always found myself smiling. Spencer is my girlfriend.
"I proud of you Ashley," Madison said.
"I couldn't have done it without you."
We pulled up into Spencer's driveway about an hour later. The house was empty, and all the cars were gone.
"Spencer, wake up," I said shaking her shoulder gently. She stirred up refused to get up. I got out of the car and opened Spencer's door. I lift Spencer out of the car carefully and carried her up to the door. When I went to open the door, I found that it was locked.
"Spencer key?" I asked. She mumbled some like, 'in my bag'. I carefully leaned her against me and found the key in one of her pockets.
I carried Spencer up the stair and found her room a few doors down. I gently laid her in the bed. I pulled the covers over her and place a kiss on her forehead.
"Ashley," I heard Spencer say as I was about to leave, "Don't leave."
"I'm right here," I said returning to Spencer's bed.
"Don't leave," she repeated.
"I won't," I said lying down next to Spencer. She wrapped her arms around my waist and nestled her head in the crook of my neck.