Chapter 68

"You surprised me. I'm pretty sure I looked like a potato there." I pretended to grumble as I tried to keep my blushing in check. "You look beautiful." He said with much conviction that I was tempted to believe him. I grabbed the phone from his hand and looked at the picture. Sure enough, it was perfect. Just like the moment. Just like Jon. I was embarrassed about all the people staring, but I also felt like singing to the heavens. In that moment, I felt romanced, cared for, and loved. Sparks flew as I put my hand in his, and suddenly, my mouth felt dry. My heart started beating fast and my stomach fluttered. I knew it wasn't because he had surprised me with a kiss in front of all these people. They stared at us, smiling knowingly as if they knew a secret that I didn't. What was it? Oh. Goddess, I've been so blind. I love him. Oh dear. I'm in trouble, aren't I? Definitely. But the way I see it, I could start pondering it now, or I could just enjoy the present