Chapter 14
I DON'T HATE AMOURSHIPPING! I have no intention to insult or mock Serena, she is an awesome character and after Dawn and May, she is the one whom I totally love! I don't ship Ash and Serena as I adore pearlshipping but that doesn't mean I hate every poke girl Ash is shipped with!
And, I have some amourshipper friends too. Please understand I have my own limitations and patience, I don't want to fight about which shipping is greater. It is fanfiction afterall, by the fans for the fans.
Lets start!
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As Dawn came out of the house, she found a black BMW waiting for her. Shocked, she tried to ignore the thought.
'Geez, it can't be waiting for me!' She scolded herself for her naiveness.
She had hardly taken a step towards the taxi standing at the other end of the road when a slow but clear chuckle got her attention. She turned around and found Ash leaning against the frame of the car, amused.
She narrowed her eyes and he came to where she was standing. She could barely contain her happiness and excitement.
"What brings you here?" She asked.
"Came to meet you!" He stated as it was the obvious reason. She smiled and nodded her head as if trying to ignore his sweet talkings.
"Liar," she giggled.
He sheepishly smiled and scratched his head. He chuckled and sheepishly said,"Daniel uncle called me up. Said he wanted to talk with my family."
"Then you should be at my house I suppose."
"Aren't you happy to see me?" He faked a hurt expression.
"No," she seriously said, then burst out laughing. He laughed too.
"Come, let us go."
Ash opened the door for her and then entered the car. He saw she had not buckled her seat belt.
"Psst, no need to be so adventurous my young Lady, let me help you." He bend over and grabbed one end of the belt. Pulling it over he stretched it then buckled it in its place. Due to the close proximity, Dawn couldn't help but blush. She could feel her cheeks heating up and her body tensing, her breath becoming short.
Ash, as if sensing her thoughts smiled and returned to his own seat. Buckling his own belt, he placed a hand on her hand.
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Delia and Samantha were busy looking at each other faces while Serena was busy serving them a cup of tea. She handed Gary a cup of tea and smiled. He smiled a little awkwardly but took it. Troy was busy listening to something which Daniel was saying.
"You all must be thinking why we called you in such a short notice?" Johanna said.
Delia nodded and Troy let out a small 'hmmp' of understanding. Samantha and Gary looked at each other and then at Serena.
'I wish Drew or May had been here for support,' Gary couldn't help but think.
Daniel smiled and stopped Johanna before she said anything else.
"Let us wait for Dawn and Ash to arrive."
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"This is not the way to my home Ash," Dawn complained,"You could have asked for directions you know."
Ash smiled widely and spoke in such a calm voice as if speaking to a impatient kid."You'll see my young Lady.''
"Well I am waiting to see my Lord!"
The car came to a halt and he motioned her to come out.
They had stopped by a river side. The sun was about to set, thus the whole sky was filled with vibrant red hue with orange streaks. The milky clouds appeared orange due to light from the setting sun. The river water was making a gushing sound and shining like diamonds. Dawn could see the left sunlight piercing through the canopy of trees. Her eyes sparkled like the river.
"This is so beautiful,"She exclaimed. He smiled and pulled her towards the river bank. He sat down and dipped his feet in water after discarding his shoes. Dawn followed suit.
They didn't speak for a while but didn't feel awkward due to the silence. Ash pulled her close and she rested her head on his shoulders. Ash wrapped his hands around her shoulder.
"I fell in love with your voice Dawn,"he confessed. "I always had a soft corner for music and you just made your space over there. I always wanted to be a singer but my passion for medical was greater. With you, I have learned I can do both. I don't want to be a professional or well known singer, I just wanna be someone with whom you can sing two lines freely."
Dawn smiled and kissed his cheek. ''Ash, I will accomplish what you wanted. I don't sing for gaining fame, I sing as it soothes my heart. I was never a bright student, I was always teased for being so dumb when my sister was a star student. That time, my soul found peace in music, in rhythm."
"Promise me, you will never give up on your dream. You will reach the pinnacle of being the best?"
"I promise."
They stared at each others eyes and smiled. Ash slowly found himself leaning in but Dawn stopped him, blushing. She got up and made her way to the car. 'Darn it," Ash mentally cursed himself.
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"They should have arrived by now!" Daniel said while looking at the clock. Serena's eyes widened and she spoke in one go,"Ash was going to pick up Dawn?"
Gary gave her a weird look. Daniel and Troy looked at the girl with dumbfound expression. Delia closed her eyes, as if trying to ignore it. A week had passed since Ash came to know that she had lied but Delia couldn't help but feel angry at her for playing with the emotions of her son.
"Yes, when your Dad called Ash, he said he will be a little late. Then somehow he learned Dawn was not at home and offered to pick Dawn from Harrison's house,"Johanna informed her. She nodded her head in understanding, her eyes closed and her fists closed so tight that her knuckles turned white.
"Well, you see there is something important which you all need to know,"Daniel spoke again. Johanna cut him short,"Let them arrive."
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"Lets go home Ash, my parents must be worried sick!" She pointed at her wrist watch.
Ash smiled mischievously and shook his head. Confused, Dawn tilted her head and raised her eye brows,"What?"
"Sing me a song first."
"Right here?"
"Right now!"
''One one condition!"
"Say it."
"You have to sing with me."
Ash looked at her blankly for a minute, then accepted. "Sure.''
Dawn slowly made her way to where Ash was and took his right hand in her hand then placed it on her waist. Then placing her left hand on his shoulders, she took a deep breath.
Take my hand, take a breath
Pull me close and take one step
Keep your eyes locked on mine
And let the music be your guide
Ash pulled her closer and they started swaying in perfect harmony, eyes locked all the while.
Won't you promise me?
(Now won't you promise me?)
(That you'll never forget)
We'll keep dancing
(To keep dancing)
Wherever we go next
Ash loosened his grip only to pull her closer again, her head got buried in his chest and she wrapped her arms around him.
It's like catching lightening, the chances of finding
Someone like you
It's one in a million, the chances of feeling
The way we do
And with every step together
We just keep on getting better
So can I have this dance?
(Can I have this dance?)
Can I have this dance?
Ash this let her go completely and spread his right hand in front of her. He bend down on his knees and waited for her response. She gladly accepted his hand and he got up, picking her up in his arms. She giggled a little bit.
Take my hand, I'll take the lead
And every turn will be safe with me
Don't be afraid, afraid to fall
You know I'll catch you through it all
And you can't keep us apart
(Even a thousand miles can't keep us apart)
'Cause my heart is wherever you are
It's like catching lightening, the chances of finding
Someone like you
It's one in a million, the chances of feeling
The way we do
And with every step together
We just keep on getting better
So can I have this dance?
(Can I have this dance?)
Can I have this dance?
Dawn grabbed his shoulders and smiled, he did the same. Then taking a deep breath she wrapped her arms around his neck and sang.
Oh, no mountain's too high and no ocean's too wide
'Cause together or not, our dance won't stop
Let it rain, let it pour, what we have is worth fighting for
You know I believe that we were meant to be! Oh!
It's like catching lightening, the chances of finding
Someone like you
It's one in a million, the chances of feeling
The way we do
And with every step together
We just keep on getting better
So can I have this dance?
(Can I have this dance?)
Can I have this dance?
Can I have this dance?
Can I have this dance?
With her in close distance, Ash was finding it very difficult to stop himself from kissing her. This time, he firmly held her waist and pulled her close, not allowing her to escape. She tensed up a little.
"Are you scared?" He slowly asked. She nodded.
He let out a small chuckle and sheepishly replied,"Me too. I have never kissed or held any girl so close before."
She eyed him in disbelief. He added,"Teach me if I do it wrong okay?" She giggled,"I don't have any personal experience either!"
"Then let us teach each other?" He grinned and leaned in close, locking her lips with his. Her lips were a relief to his aching soul. His mind was filled with ecstasy and such happiness he couldn't explain.
After what it seemed like eternity, they broke apart, breathing a little heavily. The sun had long been set and only a few streaks of remaining light was around them.
He pulled her close and hugged her tight. The hug was unexpected but conveyed all passion, care, love and faith they had in each other. She hid her face in the crook of her neck and inhaled his body smell, a smell which she could never get tired of. He buried his face in her hair, inhaling her perfume. He even smiled when her soft hair brushed against her face. She really took good care of her hair.
"Lets go home," she said, not being able to say anything else. Breaking the hug, he nodded.
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As soon as Ash and Dawn reached home, Gary took Ash in a bro-hug and Dawn was hugged by Serena, a gesture which took both of them by surprise. Before Dawn could ask or say anything, Daniel patted her hrafhead and smiled,"Go pick a date, Serena and Johanna agreed for the marriage and Ash's family has accepted this relationship too."
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Yippie! Their first kiss! Well, by my songs choice, you must have noticed, I love High School Musical. So sad there were only three movies!
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~ darkestlightofhope