Forever Chicago
Moving In
*Patrick’s POV*
I opened my eyes, and stretched. I didn’t even look next to me as I got up and put coffee on. I walked back in the room, planning to go back to sleep for a while, and I saw Abby. Still sleeping, she faced the wall, and was snoring very lightly. I thought back to last night, and smiled. Last night was one of the best of my life. Now I knew, I could never lose Abby. Last night we showed our love for each other in more ways than one. I looked down at my hand, and saw the beautiful ring she had put on my finger. The ring shining in the little light that was peeking through window, reminded me of every happy memory I had with her. As I lay in bed, I replayed the night before in my head, over and over again. The next thought in my mind brought me back to reality. We haven’t even told anyone yet, I thought. I knew my family was going to be excited. They loved Abby as almost as much as I did. I had the urge to get up and call them that very instant, but it was too early, and Abby might already have an idea on telling everyone. Abby’s parents, I think are going to be happy too. I remember when I met them the first time. Her mom welcoming me with a hug, while her dad jokingly threatened me that if I ever hurt her, I would get a visit from him and his many weapons, I laughed at that thought. I have kept my promise since, and tend to do so for a very long time. My next thought was the boys. How am I gonna tell my team mates? Then I had the perfect idea, Abby and I were going to host a party. We would tell everyone then! It was perfect.
While I was planning the party I haven’t even told Abby about, she started to wake up. “Good morning wifey.” I said jokingly. “Not quite yet, hubby.” Abby said back kissing me on the cheek. She grabbed my hand and looked at the ring she gave me. “Aren’t I a hell of a girl” she said as she put my arm around her shoulder. “You sure are baby, you sure are.” We lay in bed for a while, simply talking about anything but the engagement for some reason. Then, I finally said “When and how are we gonna tell everyone?” “Well, let’s see” Abby said with her thinking face on. “I was thinking that maybe I can talk to Arianna, and maybe we can stay in their apartment in Boston, and your family can come down to Boston, and then we all tell both families then?” “I like it” I said. “I will call my family today, and tell them we have a surprise, and they need to be in Boston for it. Also, I was thinking maybe we should have a party, and tell everyone else then.” Abby thought for a second, and smiled at my idea. “We are the smartest couple in the world” she said.
“Hey mom, Abby and I have a surprise to tell both our families, and you guys need to be in Boston for it. So start packing, and call me back as soon as you get this message.” I hung up the phone after leaving a voicemail. “Did you talk to them?” Abby said with a towel wrapped around her. She just got out of the shower. “No, I just left a voicemail. Hopefully they call back soon.” Abby nodded as she was heading back to the bathroom to get changed. “Hey!” I yelled. Abby turned around to face me. “Thanks for the heads up on the shower, I would have liked to been there.” Abby laughed as she threw the towel that was drying her hair at me, and walked away. “Love you too!”
*Abby’s POV*
Patrick went out for a jog, while I stayed at the house, and just relaxed. Even though I had moved into Patrick’s apartment a couple days ago, it still felt weird being here. I expected Jon to walk out of his room any second. I expected Patrick to be here, but instead I was sitting by myself. More than a few times I tried getting into my old apartment. No one had moved into our old apartment yet, and I was kinda glad. It would feel strange having another family, couple, or person move in next to us.
I heard my phone ring. “Hello” I said. “Hey Abby, its Donna. I heard you and Patrick have a surprise for us?” Patrick’s mom said. “Why indeed we do. The thing is we have to tell you in Boston, so-“ She cut me off. “Patrick’s dad and I had already made arrangements to come up. We already have a hotel and flight waiting for us.” “That’s great!” I said. “I can’t wait to see you guys!” “Yes Abby, we can’t wait to see you and Patrick too!” “Well, see you then Donna” I said as I hung up the phone. Shit, I have still had to ask Arianna if Pat and I can stay in their apartment, I thought.
I texted Arianna. Hey girl! I haven’t talked to you in forever! Anyways Pat and I have something we need to tell our families and we were wondering, can we stay at your apartment in Boston for a few days? I pressed send and walked back to the couch. Almost immediately, I heard my phone vibrate. I sighed as I turned around, and looked at my phone. “Text from Arianna!” it said. I opened the text and read: I know Abby, we definitely need to catch up I have so much to tell you, you can’t even imagine. Jon and I are going to be in Boston, but we don’t mind, you can stay with us. BTW what are you planning to tell your parents? I texted back saying: Great, can’t wait to see you then! And I will tell you personally when we get there. This time, I took my phone back with me to the couch. Before I could even sit down she responded. Damn, she was a fast texter. KK can’t wait! The message read. I put my phone down next to me on the couch, as I tried to find something to watch on tv.
“Honey, I’m home!” I heard Patrick yell from the entryway. “Aren’t you going to greet me with a kiss?” I got off the couch, and found Patrick standing there covered in sweat. “Uhh, maybe after you take a shower.” I said as I jokingly made a disgusted face. “Care to join?” he said walking toward the kitchen to get a glass of cold water. “Nah, I will wait for out here instead” I said. “Hey, suit yourself” I followed Patrick into the bedroom as he looked for a towel, and clean clothes. “Patrick, Arianna said we could stay at their place in Boston. They are gonna be there too! Isn’t that great?!” Patrick looked at me, and laughed. “It is, but that means no sex for us.” “Patrick, you’re obsessed!” I said as I wacked him on the shoulder as he walked by. He looked back, and winked as he entered the bathroom.
