Asher and I talked to some of the people at the banquet. And around eight the night Asher's father, the mayor, walked up to the big stage and towards the microphone. Everyone turned and looked at him as silence fell across the people. The mayor cleared his throat and said, "Now it is time I make the special announcement," he paused looking at Ashers then spoke again, "Asher will be engaged to his girlfriend, Emily Johnson." I was so shocked my wine glass fell out of my hand. The sound of glass shattering made a noise in the silence. I crouched and picked up the pieces saying, "I'm sorry. I was so surprised by the announcement."
Asher crouched next to me helping me. When we stood up the people started cheering for the announcement. Then rest of the night people thanked and congratulated us.
Once the banquet ended Asher and I climbed back into his limo. I sighed, Ican finally breath. And thank the heavens it's a Saturday tomorrow. I saw Asher smiling at me as I sighed lost in thought. Then I asked him, "What are you smiling for?" he turned his head as he spoke, "Nothing. I just thought you looked cute is all." I felt my cheeks turn red. And he just laughed making me smile. "And you look handsome." I said and he stopped laughing. He moved closer and kissed me.
I felt his hand moving to my back, near the dress zipper. I pulled away, "Asher, no." he looked up at me with an apologetic face and I felt bad. I sighed and said, "I'm still in school. I graduate next week. Then we can maybe do it. I just don't my first time to be in the back of a car." he nodded understanding, "Alright. I'll make the plans for the girls and Tony to be with my mother on that day."
I gave him a kiss just as the limo stopped. I got out and waved at him. Lilly came running out with her school bag and got in the limo. Once the car was out of my sight I walked into the house. The babysitter sitting on the couch in the living room with Tony asleep in her arms and Emily drawing. I took the cash out of my purse and said, "Thank you for watching them. I'll call you when I need you again. And I hope they weren't too much trouble." She stood up handed Tony to me took the cash and said, "They weren't trouble. I had fun with them." I smiled and waved as she walked out. Emily came running to me, in her cute pink pajamas. "Mama, I'm tired." she said holding to my dress, "Then let's go to bed."
We walked up the stairs. When we reached my room Emily got in my bed as I placed Tony in his crib. I dressed into my pajamas and climbed in next to Emily. She snuggled against me and fell asleep. I closed my eyes and fell asleep.
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The next day I woke up and Emily was still asleep. I slowly stood up and walked to Tony's crib. He looked so cute asleep in his bundle form. I went downstairs and made coffee for myself. As I took a sip and walked back upstairs, I saw Emily walking to the bathroom.
"Emily, we can go to the park today if you want." when she came out of the bathroom there was a big smile on her face. She ran to her room and got dressed. I quickly bathed then got dressed. Then I dressed Tony and met Emily in the living room. "Ready?" she ran to the door and nodded, "Yes."
When we reached the park Emily ran to the swings. I could see other kids around and she instantly made friends. I was on the bench with Tony cradled in my arms. Emily was having fun, and it was very clear. Her smile was bigger than normal. I searched my pockets to find my phone, but it was nowhere. Did I forget it at home? Oh, I left it on charge. At least I did take Tony's bag for the day.
After a few hours Emily came back and said, "Mama all my friends are going home. So, let's go home." I stood up and nodded, "Alright. I'll make muffins once we are home." She beamed with excitement.
When we arrived home, I placed Tony in his play corner in the living room where Emily was watching tv. I walked to my room up the stairs and grabbed my phone. I saw I got lots of texts from Jake's parents, from Jake and Asher. With a lot of missed calls.