Chapter 19: How I Didn't Know.

Austin pulled both of their suitcases behind him, as they made their way across the airfield. It had been a week since the accident, and Ally wasn't sure Austin should be up and moving around, but he had his heart set on getting away for a while.

He said he's taking me somewhere special.

Ally had only had a few seconds to say goodbye to her mom, before Austin was practically dragging her out the door. Her mom was going to be living with Dez for a while since he could keep her safe. Ally was glad to see her mom again, but like Austin said, they needed sometime away from everything.

Ally stopped walking and stared at the plane on the airfield. She glanced at Austin who was smiling at her. "It's my private jet."

"Of course you have a private jet," She muttered to herself. "Austin, I can pull my own suitcase. I don't want you to hurt you wound."

"Ally, honestly I'm fine," He flashed her another smile, then walked over to the steps. A flight attendant took their suitcases, and Austin grabbed her hand, guiding her up the steps.

Ally's mouth fell open when she saw the inside of the plane. Luxury, leather couches and chairs occupied the walls, and the floor was covered in fluffy carpet. Ally caught sight of a bed through a curtained doorway, and she could see a small kitchen in the back. She looked at Austin's smug face, and she rolled her eyes.

"Pick a seat," He gestured to all the places she could choose from, and Ally sat down on one of the couches. Austin sat down next to her, resting his feet on the table.

Ally bit her bottom lip, and tried to stop her mind wandering back to the night at the hospital. Ally hadn't spoken a word about the ring. It might not even be what she thought it was. Maybe she had just misunderstood, but it wasn't the type of thing she wanted to bring up in conversation with him. It would just be awkward.

But, if it is what I think it is…would I say yes?

Ally didn't know. He had done everything for her, and she was eternally grateful for that. But, was she ready for marriage? She didn't know. I'm overthinking this! A flight attendant appeared with some drinks, and she placed them down on the table. Ally took the glass of water, and chugged it down.

"Are you okay?" Austin asked, and she quickly nodded her head.

"I'm fine," She flashed him a smile, and he raised a curious eyebrow.

"I must admit, you're getting better at lying," Ally's eyes widened slightly, and he smirked.

"I'm not lying to you," She whispered. "I'm just a nervous flyer."

"Well come here then," He outstretched his arms, and she moved over into his embrace, resting her head against his shoulder.

"Where are we going anyway?" Ally asked, trying to distract her wandering mind.

"To an island," He said.

"What island?"

"My island."

"You have an island?" Ally lifted her head from his shoulder to look at him.

"Yes I do. It's my own private island. I have a few staff on the island, but other than that, it's just going to be us two," He explained, and the smug look returned to his face.

"I can't believe you own an island," She muttered to herself, and rested her head back on his shoulder. "Are we ever going to talk about what happened with Elliot-"

"No," He cut her off with a growl, and she swallowed the lump in the back of her throat.

It had been a subject they'd both been avoiding for the past week. Ally knew if Elliot was anything like his dad, he'd be out for revenge. She knew it wasn't over. Austin always tensed up at the mention of Elliot's name, and she knew he always pictured that she had almost married him.

When Ally had explained everything to him, he had punched a wall, then torn his stitches. Ally hated to see him in such distress, but for now, they needed to relax, and have time alone together. They both deserved it.

…

"Holy shit…" Ally scanned the white sands, and the clear blue sea. The sun beamed down on them, and Ally began to sweat underneath her jumper, and jeans. There were palm trees, and exotic birds flying around. In the distance, she could see a huge mansion, and she knew that would be where they were staying.

Ally still couldn't believe Austin owned his own island. That is such an Austin thing to have. Ally followed Austin up the concrete stairs, and they got closer to the mansion. He pulled their suitcases behind them, and he kept ignoring her whenever she asked to pull them. She didn't want him to tear his stitches again.

The walked up a steep road, until they came to some gates. They opened up automatically, and Ally took in the sight of the huge mansion in front of her. There was a massive fountain in the center of the drive, and a butler was standing by the open door. They walked over, and he took the suitcases from Austin.

They walked inside, and Ally might as well walk around with her mouth hanging open, since everything today made her jaw drop. She took in the beautiful sight of the mansion. It was all wooden, with marble features. Staff were racing around, and Ally caught a scent of something that smelt like heaven. Cake.

Ally abandoned Austin, and followed the smell into the kitchen. There was a woman cutting a slice out of a huge chocolate cake. Ally's mouth began to water, and she raced over, making the woman jump.

"Oh!" Her hand flew to her chest, and Ally beamed at her.

"Can I have some?" Ally asked, and Austin laughed from behind her.

"Of course," The woman cut Ally a slice, and handed it to her. Ally picked it up with her hand, and took a huge bite out of it.

"Use a fork, you animal," Austin tutted, and she grinned at him, with chocolate around her mouth.

"I don't care," Ally sat down on a stool, and took another bite from the slice of cake. The woman left the kitchen, and Ally waved goodbye to her.

"You've got cake all around your mouth," Austin reached out his hand and wiped it away. Ally watched as he took his thumb into mouth, and ate the chocolate. The sight made her mouth water more, and she bit her bottom lip. He stared down at her lips, then back into her eyes.

Austin walked forward, and crashed his lips against hers. Ally squeaked at the sudden impact, but she quickly latched onto the front of his shirt, to stop her falling off the stool. His hands found their way into her hair, and his tongue moved into her mouth. She didn't know what it was about this kiss, but it was making her feel weak. She felt like giving in, and just melting against him, but she became aware of someone behind them. She pulled away, and stared at the butler.

"Your room is ready sir," He bowed slightly, and Ally's face flushed a crimson color. Austin smiled at her, then grabbed her hand, guiding her up the stairs, and into their room.

There was a four-poster bed, with black silk sheets. There was a mountain of pillows on the bed, and Ally ran forward, jumping onto them. She sunk into them, and sighed. "Why are your beds so comfortable?"

"Because my beds are the best," Austin remarked, making her laugh. "I'm going to get in the shower."

"Okay," Ally whispered, and she curled up in a ball on the bed.

She heard the shower start, then she quickly walked over to her suitcase, and pulled out some fresh clothes. She slipped on a tank top, and some shorts, then returned to the bed. She stared up at the ceiling, and she knew it was a bad idea, but she started to think about the ring again.

What if he's brought it with him?

Ally shot up from the bed, and stared at his suitcase. I'm going crazy…I don't even know if it's for me! Ally felt like she was losing her mind, but she couldn't keep her eyes of his suitcase. "I need to pull myself together."

This trip was meant to be about relaxing, but Ally doubted she could do that anymore. Do I want him to propose? Ally still didn't know.

After a few more minutes of staring at Austin's suitcase, she heard the shower turn off. She quickly crawled into the middle of the bed, and pulled the blanket over her head. The bathroom door opened, and she heard Austin walk out.

"You can take a shower now," Austin said, and Ally pulled the blanket off her body. He was standing there with a towel wrapped around his waist. Ally felt her body flood with heat, and she scrambled off to the bathroom. She fanned her face with her hands, then she glanced down at Austin's clothes, which were on the bathroom floor. She crouched down, and picked them up.

"Austin, do you want your clothes back-" The velvet box fell out of his jacket pocket. Ally stared down at it, then carefully picked it up. She flicked the lid open, and stared down at the ring, just as the door opened. Ally's gaze snapped to the door, and Austin was standing there in a pair of joggers. His eyes found hers, and she quickly dropped the box, and ran from the bathroom.

AN: Hi! I'm sorry about the wait. Last weekend was just so busy, and the only free time I had was to sleep, so I'm sorry for the delay! Thank you to everyone who reviewed the last chapter, and I hope you review this one :)

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