Chapter 3
Mandark brushed Autumn's cheeks, gently with love, and kindness. Autumn looked upwards at Mandark, as she opened her eyes. "Hey, darling". "It's so good to see you this evening". "You look so beautiful". Mandark said, gently with kindness. Autumn nodded, as she pulled the covers over her head. "I'm not awake yet". Autumn grumbled, as she turned over in her spot.
"I have a lovely idea for us, coochie". "If indeed you're interested". Mandark said, with gentle soothingness. "What is it?". Autumn asked, sleepily.
"I was thinking of how we've grown lethargic due to the lack of freedom we have in our house". "Let's do something fun, and go out for dinner". Mandark suggested, in a gentle, soothing, softened voice. "Would you like to, honey?". "I know a lovely place where there's gluten and casein free items on the menu….and there's a lot of fun fruit for dessert". Mandark's voice became suave and sophisticated. "Would you like to go to Maituru Dragon for dinner?". Mandark asked, kindly with gentle softness. "Ok". Autumn replied. "It'll be a lot of fun….I promise you". "We'll have a nice meal, we'll have a nice conversation…it'll be so much fun, darling". Mandark said, gently with a nice, calm, soothing voice. Autumn nodded, as she drank her milk.
"It's a beautiful restaurant…..you'll indeed love it". "They have a lot of great things to eat, and a lot of amazing things to drink….it'll be nice". "Let's get you dressed little one". Mandark said, kindly with soothingness.
He helped Autumn into a comfortable dress, as she looked around. "We need to find you a husband…..a boyfriend at least". "You seem quite lonely these days….you need someone to give you a bit of love, and succinct kindness". Mandark said, gently with a soothing voice.
"I'm not looking for a husband right now…or anyone". "I kind of….I miss Florence…I miss him a lot….and….there's no one quite like him". Autumn said, as Mandark tied the back of her dress.
"What was he like?". "What is his story?". Mandark asked, kindly in a soothing, gentle and kind voice. "He is a lot like me in the way that he's adopted….although, he was adopted in the United States". "His is kind of domestic, I guess you would call it". "He had a mom I guess who took care of him, and she had Huntington's Disease….but she passed away early of a heart attack". "He had the same condition I had….and we were always put together". "He was a nice person….he always made me feel stronger….because he was always by my side….and he was always positive about things". "He made me feel much more positive….because he always smiled, he was always happy….he would always say things like…"everything will work out", and "everything has its reason". "He was always right about that….because things did work out….in the best way…..and even when things were at their worst, things worked out". "We kind of knew each other best….because we were always there for one another". "It's a weird thing…having the same condition, but still in the same way, we were always there for each other". "We loved one another very much….and when we got married, it was the happiest day of our lives". "We were very close to one another". "He and I…..we always knew we'd be together….even when we were kids". "And….I was the happiest when I was around him….I was always the happiest when I was with him…..and he was happy too". "I can't believe I lost him". Autumn said, as she sniffled. "He was young….only 22 when he passed". "He was really young….and…his health wasn't horrible at all". "But when he got really confused, and started having immune problems….I somehow knew….he wasn't going to be around long….and he wasn't". "I just miss him so much". "I miss him a lot…..I…I….I'm not ready to move on…yet". "Even now, he's all I have". Autumn said, as she sniffled, beginning to cry.
"Why aren't you going to move on, sweetie?". "You've been through so much already". "You fight every day…..and you always wake up and put forth 100% in anything you do". "You deserve to go out on a proper date, and dress nice….you deserve to be kissed on the lips, and caressed in bed….you deserve a lot". "Maybe one evening….with someone….it doesn't matter who it is…can help with things". "We'll put you in a nice dress, we'll look for someone….I know many people, and we'll have a ravishing time". "You deserve some happiness". "I know you do….and I do as well". Mandark explained in a gentle, kind, softened, soothing voice.
"I'm not ready for that yet". "At least not now". Autumn said. Autumn waited as Mandark brushed her hair, kindly. "Why not?". "You deserve someone….anyone". "You're just not ready yet?". Mandark asked, kindly with a softened, soothing, gentle voice. "No". "I'm not ready yet". Autumn replied. Autumn drank from her sippy cup. "You'll be ready soon". "It takes some time for a widow to be ready". "She should be comfortable in herself….and she should be secure in herself". "She needs as much security as she can find". Mandark said, gently with soothingness.
"You're still a baby widow…..you've been married since you were 18….you were so young….you went to college while married….you had a nice house after your parents passed, you and your husband lived comfortably". "You both are so lucky to have such nice fortunes". "You're a baby orphaned widow….that's so cute". Mandark said, in a kind, gentle, soothing manner. "That's such a sweet thing". Mandark buttoned his insect-looking lips a bit. "You're just a little girl….just a little sapling who still might have a bedtime, and some school assignments to do". "You know I don't have a bedtime for you….I just let you go whenever, huh?". "There are no rules with me". Mandark said, gently with softened, silky, kind soothingness. "You don't have a bedtime". "You just help me with things". Autumn said.
"Indeed I do". Mandark said, in a softened, gentle, silky voice. Autumn nodded, as she drank from her sippy cup. "You need someone though….to hold you, kiss you, you need a man". Mandark whispered, gently with soothing kindness. Autumn felt her hair become more brushed as she stood up. "What did Florence pass away of, again?". Mandark asked, in a kind whisper.
"A heart ischemia". Autumn said. "That's sad….he was doing so well, huh?". Mandark whispered, kindly with a soothing gentleness. Autumn nodded. "I understand you miss him…darling". Mandark said, gently with soothingness. "And I know he's hard to replace". "You'll find someone….and I won't push you….you decide when you're ready". Mandark brushed Autumn's cheeks, gently. "Please don't push me". Autumn said, with disappointed, somber agitation in her voice. Autumn wiped a tear from her eyes. Mandark nodded, kindly.
"Have you and Florence ever engaged in sex?". "I'm just curious". Mandark said, kindly with soothing softness. "No….it's dangerous….we were actually afraid to…because we weren't mature enough". "I'm not comfortable with that….I don't like being touched….I don't like it". Autumn said, as the emotion rose in her voice. Autumn moved away from Mandark. Mandark knew Autumn was special needs…who was married to a man with needs of his own. They both were virgins….who perhaps didn't know enough about reproduction or sex. Just the mention of touching sent them both into alarm. Mandark nodded, pursing his lips.
"ok….I understand if I made you feel uncomfortable….and I apologize….I won't mention it again". Mandark whispered, gently as he brushed Autumn's face as she sniffled, uneasy now. "I'm sorry, honey". "Do you forgive me?". Mandark asked, in a gentle, kind, softened, soothing manner. Autumn nodded. She sniffled, as she wiped away a tear. "You know I'd never say or do anything to hurt you". "I love you, honey". Mandark whispered, gently with soothingness. "I love you too". Autumn said. Mandark smiled as he put a jacket over Autumn's dress. "There we are…you look beautiful". Mandark whispered, kindly. Autumn nodded, as she drank from her sippy cup.
"Let's be happy and calm now, darling". "I want us to enjoy our special evening out". Mandark said, kindly with gentleness as he tied his tie. Mandark smiled, as he set Autumn down in her wheelchair, pushing her outside, as he folded up the wheelchair, helping her into the car.
"Alright, honey….we're well on our way". "We just need to find this place….hmm, here it is…right nearby". Mandark said, in a gentle softened whisper, as he put it into his GPS. Autumn nodded, as she drank some more milk. She sniffled a bit, as her face became red….as if she'd experienced emotion. "So….nothing else". "What were some other nice memories you and Florence have?". "From childhood, or from anytime?". Mandark asked, in a kind, gentle, softened, and soothing manner. "Um….well, there were some that were pertaining to how Florence and I used to share our lunch….one day, when he didn't have anything, I'd give him some of mine, and vice versa". "There was one time when he lost his lunch, and I just gave him pretty much all of mine". "It was easiest for him…because he ate what he could". "It was nice". "We had many nice times together". Autumn replied.
"What was your favorite memory of you both….together….whether it'd be vegetating, or laying still?". "What was an eloquent memory you both had?". Mandark asked, kindly with soothing softness. "I remember one time…Florence and I….we had a nice picnic one day, and we sat outside, we had a nice time….we told stories that we found in books, we talked about many things….and we were alone in the park….it was like we were the only two people in the world". "It was amazing". Autumn said. Mandark nodded a kind nod. "Did you both have a fun time?". Mandark asked, gently with soothingness. "Yes". Autumn replied, as she nodded.
"Sometimes, a late husband can be a wonderful addition to someone's dreams and memory". "He may be in a different place….but he is always with you…in mind, and spirit…and in heart". Mandark said, kindly with soothing softness. "Florence…he had Autism as well?". Mandark asked, in a soothing whisper. "Yes, he had Autism…like me". "He kind of was able to live on his own….but he never went to college". Autumn said. "He worked at a full-time job, he was good at it…as a banker….he took some classes, he was kind of…..he was good at it". Autumn said, as she rubbed her eyes.
"Usually, according to the genetic mark-up, some people with Bergou's Syndrome have traces of Asperger's' '. "PDD-NOS is usually present in International Adoption….but Asperger's is a bit prevalent as a comorbid aspect of Bergou's". Mandark explained softly with a soothing, gentle voice. "Where did you hear that?". Autumn asked, in somewhat of a flummoxed manner. "I've ran some bioptic tests on some subjects through brain dissection….and I've seen various traces in brain mapping and imaging". Mandark said, kindly with soothingness. "Yes, these are my own projects….I'm a bit of a nerd". Mandark chuckled a bit.
"Ok". Autumn replied, as she looked out of the window. "You're very beautiful with your own talents, and your own conditions, your own identity, you are someone very amazing, and very wonderful". Mandark said, soothingly with gentle kindness. "You are someone who's abilities make her even more beautiful". "Beauty is something that's seen beyond appearance….it's something that's seen in skills, flaws, and distinction". "I've seen you….and you are certainly beautiful". Mandark said in a gentle, kind, loving, and soothing softness. "I've always been in awe of your beauty". "I just hope I don't seem or sound creepy, or a bit weird". Mandark said, kindly as he chuckled. "No, you're ok". Autumn replied.
"You are an amazing person….your beauty makes you who you are". Mandark said, kindly with soothing softness. "Thank you". Autumn replied, plainly…in a manner that was similar to Neville Brown. They both have been through things….and they both are quiet.
"I've recently heard that you were looking for a place to vacation". "Do you need some alone time?". Mandark asked, gently with soft soothingness. "Not really". "I just want somewhere to go during the summertime". Autumn replied. "That sounds relaxing". "Do you like being by yourself?". Mandark asked, kindly in a soothing, gentle whisper. "I do". Autumn replied. "I actually do really well by myself". "I like my alone time". Autumn looked at her phone.
"What's your favorite part about being by yourself?". Mandark asked, in a soothing, softened, kind whisper. "I like the alone time…I like being quiet". "So I can read". Autumn said. "So you like being alone with your thoughts, and the quiet time". "That sounds beautiful…I sometimes like sitting on my porch, gathering my thoughts, and reflecting". "It is definitely a beautiful time". Mandark said, soothingly with a gentle, loving, softened whisper. "You are someone who is so dynamic….you have a lot of beautiful qualities about you". "I like being by myself, too". "Alone time is a wonderful thing". Mandark smiled as he looked out of the window.
"It is". Autumn said. Mandark smiled a gentle, kind smile. "Do you like doing puzzles, or doing creative projects?". "What's your favorite hobby you like doing by yourself?". Mandark asked, kindly with soothing softness. "I like doing puzzles". Autumn said. "Yes, it is a beautiful thing…puzzles keep your mind focused, they nourish your energy level, and keep you doing well". "When I was 3 or 4, I liked doing puzzles as well". "Puzzles are nice to engage in". Mandark said, soothingly with gentle kindness. Autumn nodded.
Mandark smiled a gentle smile. "You and I were involved in a few puzzles the other day". "We did those, we talked for a bit…it was a nice time". Mandark said, kindly with soothing softness. Autumn drank her milk, as she looked around. "Mmm, it is nice when we spend quality time….we both seem to do a lot". Mandark said, gently with softened, soothing kindness. Mandark coughed a smoker's cough, as he rubbed his chin. "Hmm, even when you were younger, you liked doing puzzles by yourself". "You loved your puzzles, and your art projects". "You were very good with those when you were little". Mandark said, kindly with softened soothingness. Autumn nodded, as she looked off to the side. "When you were little, you liked singing as well". "You were a wonderful, beautiful singer". Mandark said, soothingly with softness. "Yep, thank you". Autumn said.
Mandark smiled, as he looked over the steering wheel. "What were you like when you were little, coochie?". "What was something you liked doing in childhood?". Mandark asked, kindly with a friendly smile. "I was always in the hospital because of my health problems….but when I came out of the hospital, I liked doing puzzles, having parties with my friends, and having sleepovers". "I had 5 friends that I was really close with….and I had one friend who I kind of confided in…..I had a lot of people I was really close to". "We had a lot of fun….and we did some good things". "When I was older, I went to school, and studied more….I became really concerned about school, and achievement". "I did really well…because….I cared more". "Though when I was 5 or 6….I started going to a place….like a certain club or something where I got help with my Autism….I went to after-school programs, I did music class, which was something for kids with Autism, I did that when I was 7 and 8". "I did a lot of things". Autumn said.
"That is so sweet, honey". "You did music therapy for your Autism….and you were involved with occupational therapy, speech therapy, you did individual therapy….you've done so much". "That, and you had a developmental pediatrician….that is so beautiful". Mandark said, gently with soothing, calm, relaxed softness. "That, and you went alongside your man, Florence". "That is quite wonderful". Mandark chuckled a kind chuckle.
"I did, and he was nice to do it with". "We went to get rootbeer floats afterwards". Autumn said. Autumn looked off to the side. "Yes, you and Florence were wonderful". "That is so sweet, coochie". Mandark said, soothingly with gentleness. "You had therapy and almond milk for your nourishment…..you did so well, and you are doing well". "You're living independently, you're paying your bills, you're very self-sufficient". "I'm so proud of you, coochie". Mandark smiled a gentle, soothing, softened, kind voice. Autumn nodded.
"You are so beautiful, darling". "You have a beautiful face…..and you have nice eyes". "I love your pretty eyes, darling". Mandark said, soothingly with softened, gentle kindness. "Awww…you're my best friend". Mandark chuckled a gentle chuckle while Autumn sat. "nourishment is very important after something as traumatic as neglect in the orphanage". "A baby who is neglected, needs as much nourishment as possible….even and especially when diagnosed with Peripheral Autism". "She needs as much nourishment as possible in the toddler, and grade school years". "That way, she can open up, and have a beautiful, functional, healthy quality of life". Mandark said, in his soothing, relaxed, calm, softened, therapeutic, gentle, yet sultry and sexual voice. "You were nourished so much…and you were treated….though, it is a scar, and a battle parasite you have to assiduate, you've done the best you could". "You're ok now". Mandark's lips moved in a wormy, wench-like manner, as he spoke. "My beautiful, beautiful, amazing best friend". Mandark smiled, as he brushed Autumn's cheeks with his hands. Autumn nodded, looking out of the window.
Mandark tickled Autumn's cheeks with his thumbs. "What are you looking at, baby?". Mandark whispered, soothingly with gentleness. Autumn looked over at Mandark. "I guess outside…it's raining". Autumn said. "Yes, it is a horrendous evening". "We'll get through it". Mandark whispered in a gentle, soothing manner. Autumn nodded, as she looked outside, sighing. Mandark pulled his car into the parking lot, as he turned it off, he unpacked Autumn's wheelchair, while she got in it, and Mandark wheeled her into the restaurant. "Here you go, sweetie". Mandark said, kindly with soothingness, as he set her down in a booth. "Thank you". Autumn said.
"Now, that we're comfortable, we can eat whatever we want". Mandark said, kindly with soothingness. Mandark got himself comfortable, as Autumn rubbed her eyes. "I've seen some pictures of you when you were in grade school….you were so adorable". "You had short, brown hair, you had an aide walk beside you when you needed medical help, you had a learning aide for schoolwork". "You were so beautiful….but you were shy because you had a lot to go through". "You were just learning". Mandark said, gently with soothing softness. "You were so cute, and lovely". Mandark chuckled, gently. Autumn nodded, as she looked away for a moment.
"What's wrong, honey?". "You don't like that part of your past?". "I think it's so adorable…because it shows me a piece of you that's true, and vulnerable….and sweet". "You are just such a strong, independent young woman who had a beautiful marriage to the man she loved unconditionally, and when she became widowed, there's so much revealed to me about her past that makes her so cute, and cuddly". "You should learn to embrace that part of your past….and that part of yourself….it's not a weakness, and no one will judge you, or think less of you….if anything, people will love you unconditionally and with so much appreciation". "Because it makes you human….and humans have different things that make them real". "Not perfect".
"You are human, with human experiences….and with a past…it doesn't make you less than". "It makes you a perfect human". Mandark explained with a gentle softness, and incredibly nourishing, soothing voice that was sultry, raspy, sexual, light, airy, soft, and kind. His voice sounded like a GPS system…with the smoker's rasp, yet sexual with the creamy caramel of its wisdom. "You are so beautiful to me…..and you are beautiful to everyone you've met….because you've endured, and you've experienced different things". "You are the strongest human…the strongest person I've ever met….and you always be the strongest human I've seen". "I love you….so much, coochie". "I always love you….until the end of time". "Everyone loves you….and everyone always will love you….until the end of time, coochie". Mandark said, gently with kind, softened, gentle soothingness. "You know I love you….we're just clicking you and I….and we always have clicked…because I just feel something undeniable when I'm beside you". "I always feel good, and I always feel happiest because…I love you". "It may seem a bit unconventional because of the age difference, but I feel best around you….I just feel like it's time you knew". Mandark said, kindly with gentle, softened soothingness. "And I know right now, while you're not ready, I feel ready for something incredible to spend….with you….always". Mandark smiled, as he reached his hand across the table, touching Autumn's hand. Autumn nodded, as she looked off to the side.
Autumn could see the love in Mandark's eyes, as his lips buttoned a bit. "Yes, I've had my past….and I've made mistakes with women, I've been a bad man, but I've learned from my mistakes….and I feel so pure, and in love when I'm beside you". "There's no one better I'd rather spend my time with…than you". Mandark said, gently with an incredibly softened, soothing, and gentle voice. "You've given me everything, darling". A cunning, clever smile crept across Mandark's face. "Lovey". Mandark said, gently with softened, soothing kindness. Mandark adjusted his glasses. "Thank you". Autumn said.
Mandark smiled, as he kissed Autumn's cheeks. "I love you so much….and I'm so happy we're best friends….you are so gorgeous, yes you are". Mandark smiled, as he winked. Autumn nodded.
"I'm happy we're best friends as well". Autumn replied. Autumn felt a smile coming. She knew a life of solitude was enough….yet, she appreciated the kindness Mandark exuded.
The waiter eventually came over to take their order. "Hello, how are you folks?". "My name is Tang Soo Dan, I'll be taking care of you". "Can I start you off with something to drink?". The waiter asked. "Yes, I'll be having some plum wine, with some water to dide it down". "And my friend would like some Almond milk to begin her journey". Mandark explained.
"Coming right up". The waiter replied. Autumn looked around, as she felt Mandark's foot graze her foot gently. "What are you doing?". Autumn asked. "I'm just having a little fun". "Give it a try, it's nice". Mandark said, kindly with gentleness. He played footsies with her again. "Ok". Autumn replied.
She and Mandark shared a chuckle. "So who were your friends when you were little?". "Were they all girls, or were there some boys?". "Who were your friends?". Mandark asked, gently with kind, soothing softness. "They were all girls…there was one named Emily Benson….she was nice….she was adopted from Ukraine as well….and she lost her birth mom…kind of like I did….and she lost her mom and dad in a plane crash, but she wound up going to school, she had an IEP and an aide, kind of like I did….and she went to college….she has a husband now….and she's thinking about adopting a child". "She's really nice…the Bigheads' daughter".
"There are other friends I have that I went to school with….there was one guy, he's older now, and handicapped, he's from Russia, his name is Ivanov…he's been through so many bad things when he was a baby, and a toddler, he didn't go to college, he was in special ed classes, he just….he's been through a lot….and he works part time….he's a nice person". "I remember doing things with him when Emily and I were little". Autumn said.
"Yes, I remember Ivanov…..he is such a cute kid….he was always looking out for people, he was always taking care of everyone…..and yes, he struggled, but he had a tougher time than most when he was younger". "He is such an amazing kid….he is such a beautiful, strong, independent, resilient young man". "He has done a lot…and he's made strides….there are beautifully strong, and resilient, wise children in the world, and you….as well as Emily and Ivanov, are the beautiful people". "You 3 have done amazing things….and you always will". "I've always believed in you 3…..and I know one day, you all will be rewarded one day". "Trust me". Mandark explained in a soothing, gentle, kind, soft, relaxing voice. "There's nothing that will change how I feel about you….because you are incredible". Mandark said, gently with soothingness.
"Thank you". Autumn replied. "I was always friends with anyone that was…..kind of…special needs, or adopted….something like that". Autumn looked off to the side, as their tea came, and some wontons, and duck sauce. "That's alright….remember….you're not less than…you're human….and you're the strongest". "Baby". Mandark said, softly with soothing gentleness. "I know". Autumn replied. Autumn got her almond milk, as she drank some. "Who were your friends in school?". Autumn asked. "I was a nerd in my day". "I didn't have many friends or hobbies, because I worked on experiments, and kept the lab running". "But I had many nerdy friends….due to chemistry club, and Honor Society". "I was an excellent student….but I was never popular….as a nerd, I'm well aware of this". "It was what it was". Mandark muttered.
"I guess". Autumn replied. Mandark smiled a kind smile. "I loved science, it was the best part of my schooling". "If any". "Who knows". Mandark said, gently with soothing kindness. Autumn nodded. "I liked math when I was in school". "I liked numbers and economics, business and logic". "I was always a math person". "It was what I was strong in". Autumn said. "Ooo, I liked mathematics as well". "I enjoyed numbers, calculus, and properties". "I was very well-versed in mathematics….it was so enjoyable". Mandark said, kindly as he giggled a dreamy giggle.
"We've got the numbers….we're like a functioning calculator, you and I". "That's why we do well with our taxes". Mandark said, gently with kindness. "That's true". Autumn said. Mandark smiled a kind smile, as he sipped his tea. Some hot and sour soup came for them. "Oh, thank you". Mandark said, as he and Autumn enjoyed it.
Autumn tried to eat her soup, as some dribbled from her chin. "You're doing well". "Do you need help?". Mandark asked in a soothing, softened, gentle voice. "I might….if….if possible". Autumn said quietly with hesitation. She watched as soup dribbled down. "I'll be right over, honey". "I'll sit next to you". Mandark said, softly with gentle soothingness.
Mandark came over, as he ate his soup, with one hand, and fed Autumn with the other. "There you go, there you go….you're doing well". "Remember to swallow….be careful now…it's hot". Mandark advised, gently with softness. Autumn nodded, as she was careful in swallowing.
"You're doing so well". "You just need to pace yourself….no need to eat fast". "You're enjoying your meal, coochie". Mandark said, kindly with gentle softness. Autumn nodded, as she ate her soup, carefully. She enjoyed her soup, as she tried every bite.
"It tastes delicious, huh?". "I love hot and sour soup". "That, and egg drop soup…that's a favorite we share". Mandark said, gently with softness. "We love egg drop soup…the broth tastes amazing". Mandark ate his, as he and Autumn finished.
A bit later, the waiter came with the food they ordered. "Mmmm, cracked pepper shrimp and fried rice….an excellent choice". Mandark said, kindly with gentleness. "I got the crab filet, with fried rice". "Beautiful". Mandark giggled a bit.
Mandark ate his, as he fed Autumn hers. There was lower sodium, gluten free soy sauce as well. Mandark fed Autumn her meal, as he tried his. "Beautiful". "So beautiful". Mandark said, gently with soothingness. Mandark smiled, as he brushed Autumn's cheeks, when he fed her.
"Mmm, it's delicious, isn't it?". "A divine meal…I'm enjoying mine very much". Mandark said, kindly with gentle softness. Autumn nodded. They talked for a bit, as Autumn ate some more.
When she finished, Mandark wiped her chin. "Beautifully executed with thorough meticulousness". "You did it….I'm so proud of you, lovey". Mandark said, gently with kind soothingness. "Thank you". Autumn replied. Mandark finished his as well. "That was delicious". "We enjoyed it, honey". Mandark said, gently with softness as he giggled, tickling Autumn's chin. "Yes, we did…yes, we did". Mandark said, kindly while giggling. Autumn nodded, as she giggled along with Mandark.
"Alright, honey….let's see". "Would we like some dessert?". "I have some pineapple at home". Mandark soothed, kindly as he lifted Autumn's chin. "That sounds good". Autumn replied. Mandark smiled a gentle, soothing, kind smile as he kissed both of Autumn's cheeks. "Mmm, let's drink some milk, baby girl". Mandark suggested, gently. "Ok". Autumn replied. Mandark smiled, as he put down Autumn's wheelchair, while he set her up with it. Mandark paid the bill, while they went home. As they drove home, they talked more extensively as well.
"Well, that was a beautiful date". "I enjoyed it very much". "I always love talking and sharing with you….discussing the past with you". "It is very enjoyable…very enjoyable indeed". Mandark said, kindly as he brushed Autumn's cheeks, lovingly. "It is nice talking about the past…it makes me feel much better, too". Autumn said. Mandark smiled a gentle smile, stroking Autumn's cheeks with his backhand. "You are a beautiful young woman…with an extraordinary soul". "You make me so happy each and every time I see you, and kiss you". Mandark whispered in a gentle, loving, soothing voice. "I guess….while I am hesitant…it is kind of nice….you being kind to me". "I really kind of….don't wish to admit it….however, I can give love a try". "I can start over….with love if need be". Autumn replied. "I guess it'll be ok". Autumn looked up at Mandark.
"It will be ok…trust me". Mandark whispered, gently with his soothing, softened voice. "Believe me now….I would never try to hurt you…or make you uncomfortable….because I love you…unconditionally". "You have the power to make me into a much better man….with a much better outlook". "Please…let me take care of you". Mandark whispered, kindly with gentleness. "You're my girl….we both know that". Mandark smiled a gentle, loving, and soothing smile. Mandark brushed Autumn's cheeks, lovingly. "I know". Autumn said.
Mandark touched his forehead against Autumn's forehead, as he whispered a gentle whisper. Autumn nodded. Mandark smiled, as he touched under Autumn's chin. "Darling….would you be comfortable with me, if I decided to give you a kiss on the lips?". Mandark asked, in a soothing, gentle, comforting whisper. "You're going to give me a kiss?". Autumn asked. "yes….I'll give you a kiss…only if you're alright with it". "It's entirely your decision". Mandark whispered, gently in a soothing voice. Autumn decided for a moment….then, she looked upwards at Mandark. "You can kiss if you want". "It's ok". Autumn replied.
"Very beautiful". Mandark said, in a kind, loving whisper. Mandark smiled, as he stroked Autumn's cheeks, gently. "Please don't worry now". "You're in good hands". Mandark whispered, gently with soothing softness. Autumn nodded, as she felt Mandark kiss her lips…gently, softly, and kindly. He kissed her lips, closing his eyes. "I love you". Mandark whispered, kindly with soothing softness. "I love you so much". Mandark smiled, as he touched foreheads with Autumn, kissing her lips.
"Ok". Autumn replied, as she felt Mandark kiss her cheeks, gently. Mandark smiled, as he nuzzled Autumn gently. Autumn felt the gentleness, and the kindness. She hugged Mandark, as he kissed her forehead. They both felt secure in one another. Mandark stroked Autumn's cheeks, gently. "Come now, baby". "Let's go inside, and get ready for bed". Mandark whispered, soothingly with gentle kindness. Autumn nodded, as she went inside, received medicine, and was tucked into bed. She felt satisfied, as she was tucked into bed. She knew it was a wonderful thing.
