Planning For The Future
Josh didn't know what to think at that moment in time. The man and people with him, were actually his dad, Gareth, as well as his brother and sister, Callum and Ellie.
Josh: But... what are you guys doing here?
Callum: Well, we could say the same of you, bro. We're just here on our holiday, and it's our last night, what about you?
Josh: Same. I'm here with my fiance, and our son. We leave tomorrow as well.
Ellie: Hold the phone! You've got a fiance?! And a baby?!
Josh: Yes, Ellie, I do. So, since it's getting late for asking questions right now, and our flight is tomorrow afternoon, would you guys want to meet my fiance and baby boy for breakfast tomorrow or something?
Gareth: Sure, just name the time and place.
Josh: How about... 10.30 at the breakfast cafe?
Ellie: See you there!
Josh exchanged numbers with all three of them before heading off back to Lexi and Ethan. When he got there, he saw both his fiance and his son fast asleep, which made him smile. As he got into bed, he saw Lexi was asleep, and whispered to himself.
Josh: I can't believe this has happened... I found my family, after all this time...
As he fell asleep, he didn't know that Lexi was still awake and only pretending to be asleep, and as he drifted off, she smiled, and was happy for him.
Lexi: Wow... this is a dream come true...
The next morning, the sound of Ethan's crying woke the pair up, and Josh was immediately up like a shot, tending to Ethan's needs. Not long after, Lexi woke up as well, and smiled at the sight before her, a true father-son bonding moment.
Lexi: Morning, boys.
Ethan cooed at his mum while Josh gave her a kiss.
Josh: So, I have some news for you...
Lexi took hold of Ethan as Josh explained himself.
Josh: Last night, on my walk, I ran into some people I hadn't seen for a long time... my dad, brother and sister.
Lexi: Oh my god! Babe, that's amazing!
Josh: And if you want to, I may have arranged plans for us to meet up with them for breakfast. You up for that?
Lexi: Definitely! I just hope they like me...
Josh: Don't you worry, they'll love you! And soon, my family and your family will become OUR family...
They got ready, got Ethan dressed and made their way to the cafe to meet up with Josh's family. When they arrived, Josh gave each of them a hug, and introduced them to Lexi and Ethan.
Josh: Lexi, meet my dad, Gareth, my brother Callum, and my sister Ellie.
Lexi hugged them all one by one, as Josh went to get Ethan.
Lexi: And here's our little bundle of joy, Ethan.
The family gathered around Josh, who was holding him.
Ellie: Oh my god! He's just the cutest little one I've ever seen!
Callum: I'll admit, he is a bit of a looker!
Gareth: How old is he?
Lexi: Just shy of a month.
Ellie: He's just adorable!
Josh: Everyone's saying that...
After a filling breakfast, all of them went back to their rooms, got their luggage packed and then met up at the exit, one last time before heading home.
Josh: So, I guess this it...
Gareth: Here's my phone number, as well as Callum's and Ellie's. Call us if you need anything.
Josh: Thanks, Dad.
Gareth: Same goes for you as well Lexi, I couldn't be more proud of calling you my daughter-in-law. As far as I'm concerned, you are the perfect woman for my son.
Lexi: Thanks, Gareth. That means a lot.
Callum: Also, bro, if you ever need a babysitter, just let me or Ellie know. After seeing you again, Dad said we're moving nearer to you.
Josh: That's awesome, thanks for that, Cal!
As Josh, Gareth and Callum said their goodbye's, Ellie was having a word with Lexi, who was also holding Ethan.
Ellie: So, have you guys decided on a date for the wedding yet?
Lexi: Actually no, we're still thinking about it, but chances are it'll be before the end of the year.
Ellie: That's great! I'm so happy for you, just promise me one thing.
Lexi: Anything.
Ellie: My brother's been through a lot, so just don't break his heart. It's happened way too many times before, believe me... I know.
Lexi: Relax, I have no intentions of leaving Josh. I mean... why would I after all he's done for me? He put his life on the line for me, he asked me to marry him, and he even gave me the greatest gift I've ever had... this little one.
Ethan giggled at the sight of Ellie, who pulled a funny face at him.
Lexi: Besides, I know for a fact Josh is not that kind of guy.
Ellie: True... my brother has been known to remain loyal.
The girls then shared a hug as Ethan reached out to Ellie.
Ellie: Aww, I'll miss you too, kiddo! But it's okay, I'll see you soon!
Lexi: Will you?
Ellie: Yeah, didn't my dad tell you? We're moving to Columbus, near you guys!
Lexi: That's brilliant!!! Now we know who to ask if we need a babysitter!
They then all got together and hugged one last time before saying bye to each other and then going their separate ways.
Josh: Looks like my family approves of you!
Lexi: Yeah, Ellie took a real liking to Ethan!
Josh: I still can't believe they're gonna be moving closer to us now, I'm just so happy.
Josh let a stray tear run down his face, and seeing it, Ethan reached out to him and as Josh held him, the little one did his best to wipe the tears from his dad's face. Unknowingly to the father and son, Lexi had also let a few stray tears fall.
Josh: Thanks, kiddo. I needed that.
Ethan giggled as the three of them then got a taxi to the airport for their flight back to the States. When they got there, they waited for their plane, which was bang on time, and got their flight back to Columbus. They then got a taxi back to their house, and were relieved to be back.
Lexi: God, it's good to be home!
Josh: You're telling me!
Lexi: Never the less, I had a great holiday babe, I'd never been to France until now!
Josh: What about you, Ethan? Did you enjoy your first holiday?
He clapped and laughed at his parents, who smiled at him back.
Josh: I'll take that as a yes!
He and Lexi smiled at each other before Lexi found the courage to ask Josh about something special.
Lexi: So babe, I've been thinking, you know we've been engaged for some time now?
Josh: Yeah, what about it?
Lexi: Well, I was talking to Ellie about this, and I want to be called your wife by the end of the year...
Josh: Funny you should say that, because I was thinking the same thing...
Lexi: So, when do you wanna get married?
Josh: I was thinking, is this summer good enough for you?
Lexi: That sounds perfect, I love that!
Josh: Awesome! It's just a matter of planning the whole thing now! We've still got a few months before we have to worry about that though!
Lexi: Yeah, we've still got our return, and the likes of Money In The Bank to come yet, but I want us to be married by Summerslam.
Josh: And then we can plan our honeymoon after Summerslam, if you like. Any ideas on where you want to go?
Lexi: Somewhere I've never been before... but definitely some exotic and warm!
Josh: How does somewhere like Ibiza or Hawaii sound?
Lexi: Sounds good to me baby!
Josh: Consider our honeymoon booked babe!
They then sighed as they both collapsed onto the bed, and Lexi snuggled into him.
Lexi: I'm so glad I have you babe, look at us, planning a future together!
Josh: Life is good, a dream woman, a baby, planning our wedding, I couldn't ask for more!
They then kissed as Lexi nuzzled her face into Josh's shoulder, Josh then kissed her forehead as they both fell asleep together, excited on what lay ahead in their future...
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