Page 70 of Lucky In Love

“I love you, Lissy.”

She may not hear it, or register it. But it’s true.

Chapter 15

Lissy

We pack our things, preparing to face the world outside our secluded haven.

“I’m scared,” I admit, folding my clothes. “Scared of what happens next.”

He takes my hand, his grip firm and reassuring. “We’ll figure it out together,” he says, his smile warm and comforting.

We stand at the door, the cabin behind us, the snowy path ahead. He reaches out, brushing a strand of hair from my face. “This isn’t the end, Lissy,” he says confidently.

I nod, feeling a surge of hope.

As we move about the cabin, tidying up the remnants of our unexpected stay, there's a sense of camaraderie that wasn't there before. Every so often, Erik and I share a look, a smile, an unspoken word that reinforces the connection we've discovered.

I find myself savoring these small moments, the way he hums a tune while sweeping, the lingering touch as he kisses my cheek when he passes. The cabin, once a place of confinement, now holds memories of laughter, of shared secrets, of a bond forged in the heart of a storm.

While packing the last of our belongings into the truck, a sense of melancholy washes over me.

"I can't believe we're leaving," I say, looking around the cabin that's been our world for these past days. Erik comes over, wrapping an arm around my shoulder. "We're taking something special with us," he assures me, his voice steady and sure.

We've packed more than just our bags; we're carrying a piece of this experience, this unexpected romance, with us.

Standing at the threshold of the cabin, the reality of our situation settles in. The world outside is vast and uncertain, but the certainty in Erik's eyes gives me strength. "Ready?" he asks, his hand intertwined with mine. I look up at him, feeling a newfound courage. "Ready," I reply.

Chapter 16

Erik

As we drive down the freshly plowed out driveway, the snow crunches under our tires, the sun shining brightly in the clear sky. I glance at Lissy, her face alight with a newfound joy.

“I never expected any of this,” I say, the cold air making my words visible.

She laughs, a sound that echoes in the stillness around us.

Halfway down the path, I stop. A buck, with a huge rack, walks slowly across the snow. It stands quiet and serene, a witness to our unexpected love story.

“I’m going to miss this place,” Lissy says, her voice tinged with nostalgia. “But I’m excited for what’s ahead,” she adds, her eyes meeting mine.

We reach the end of the path, where the snow-covered road meets civilization. Our journey at the cabin is over, but a new chapter is just beginning. I lean over and share a kiss with Lissy, taking her hand and intertwining my fingers with it.

Hand in hand, we drive forward, embracing the world and our future together. The silence between us is comfortable, reflective. I think about all the moments we shared in the cabin, how each interaction, each shared smile and glance, wove into the fabric of something beautiful and unexpected.

“You know, before this, I never realized how much I needed someone who understands me,” I confess, watching a flock of birds take flight against the clear blue sky. Lissy squeezes my hand, her smile warm and reassuring.

“I feel the same, Erik. It’s like we found a missing piece in each other,” she replies, her words resonating with my own thoughts.

The scenery around us is breathtaking, the snow sparkling like diamonds in the sunlight. It's a perfect backdrop for new beginnings.

“Whatever happens, we’ll make it work,” I say, determination in my voice. Lissy nods, her gaze full of the same determination.

“This is just the beginning, isn’t it?” I ask, already knowing the answer. She nods, her eyes shining with tears of joy.

“Yes, the beginning of something amazing.”

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