forum Next Steps [Private RP — Closed]

Started January 16, 2019 by @Imperfect_Autumn group

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(All righty.)

Gray’s POV:

I nodded, taking a deep breath.

“I do,” I murmured, trailing her jaw with my finger.

"Good."

I tilted my head, pressing a kiss to the tip of his finger.

Eden’s POV:

Lucas continued to pout, turning away from the camera. I shook my head lightly.

“Well, it was really nice talking to you,” I said softly. “You should rest. I assume it was a hard day. Take care of yourself.”

Ashley’s POV:

I smiled at Eden and gave her and Sterling a quick nod. “Yeah, you too. Get some rest. Go on a date or something. Have fun,” I said before hanging up and turning to Lucas. “Oh, c’mon, babe. You know I love you.”

Eden’s POV:

I leaned back against Sterling, heaving a sigh.

“They’re having a child,” I said softly, as if I still couldn’t believe it. “And they’re getting married.”

I tried to get it of the envy I felt out of my voice. I hoped Sterling didn’t catch it. I was so madly in love with him, and it was a bit silly and childish, but I couldn’t help myself.

I only wondered if he felt the same way, too, or if it was just one-sided.

Sterling’s POV:

“I know… It’s crazy to think that we were just in high school, and now our best friends are getting married and having a kid… It’s kinda strange,” I mused quietly, wrapping my arms around her waist and hugging her to me tightly.

Honestly, their news made me think. I loved Eden, more than anything. And I definitely wanted to marry her someday, but… Was it too early? We hadn’t even been dating a year, and we’d really just gotten to know each together well since I asked her to go out with me those few months ago… It seemed like we’d known each other for forever, though.

Eden’s POV:

I let out a little laugh.

“Tell me about it…” I murmured. “It feels like just yesterday when he’d come to me crying whenever he needed help, or Lee confiding in me. Now they’re both all grown up and… starting a family.”

I knew I wasn’t ready to start a family yet, and neither was Sterling. It was just wishful thinking, but as much as I loved my last name, I loved Ainsley a little bit more. I wanted it.

Chuckling softly to myself, I let my fingers mess with the buttons on Sterling’s sleeve.

“I think I’m going to cry,” I whispered. “I’m going to be an aunt. Aunts and uncles are important people in the life of a child. I don’t know if I can do that…”

Sterling’s POV:

“Go ahead and cry, then,” I murmured, burying my face in her hair. “I won’t judge…”

I wondered if she would say yes if I asked her to marry me so soon… I didn’t want to distract from Lucas and Ashley’s news yet, but maybe… Maybe after a few months or so…

(Sorry, I went to eat!)

Eden’s POV:

I drew in a deep, shaky breath, shivering a bit when I felt his cool breath on my neck.

“I love you, Sterling,” I murmured, reaching up to take off my glasses. I rubbed my eyes, a dull ache taking root at the back of my head. I yawned, covering my mouth before setting my head back on Sterling’s shoulder.

(Dw about it!)

Sterling’s POV:

“Love you too, babe,” I murmured, pressing a kiss to her cheek. “Are you tired? Maybe you should head to bed…”

Eden’s POV:

“Can I lie here…?” I murmured, not finding it in me to move. I felt too comfortable in this position, safely tucked in his arms.

Sterling’s POV:

“Of course, E,” I said softly, adjusting myself to make ya more comfortable. “Go to sleep…”

Eden’s POV:

I smiled a little before my face cleared and I found myself falling asleep, barely being conscious enough to feel Sterling’s fingers run through my hair, gently lulling me to sleep.

(Skip?
Not it.)

(Topaz started last time. Lol. 😂)

(Fine. 🤣)

Gray’s POV:

It was the weekend, and it was ten in the morning. I wanted to talk to Amanda as soon as possible, so I rang up Violeta to ask her if she was free.

Eden’s POV:

I whimpered in my sleep, tossing and turning, squeezing my hands tightly. My breathing became heavy, and I felt like I was suffocating. I felt trapped. I wanted to get out. Why couldn’t I get out?

Sterling’s POV:

In the middle of the night, I felt Eden moving around in her sleep. She whimpered, and I frowned as I opened my eyes. Wrapping my arms around her, I pulled her closer and kissed her head.

“Eden… Hey, babe, you’re okay,” I murmured softly.

(Yes………. Sorry, my brain isn’t quite focused on this. lol. My sister and I are watching a show…
I can change it.)

(I need to fold my clothes so I’ll be right back.)

(Okay! I changed it, jsyk.)

Eden’s POV:

I snapped my eyes open, trembling, my hands unconsciously gripping Sterling’s shirt tightly. I gasped for breath, gritting my teeth when I managed to gain control.

I don't remember what I dreamt. But whatever it was, I didn’t like it.

“Did I wake you?” I whispered, apologetic. “I’m sorry…”

Sterling's POV:

I smiled down at her softly and kissed her forehead, my arms tightening around her. "It's okay… I'm just worried about you. Is there anything that I can do to help?"