January 8 2002

Four months passed, four months since Desmond made a decision and decided to move out of his parents' house and bought a house for him and Ashley to live in, Crowe was really upset with his mother and sister for how they were treating Ashley. This is why he decided to move out quietly with Ashley.

His friends and father knew about this and understood his decision. Besides, before the incident, Desmond was still planning on moving into a new house, but Jane and Anastasia were scared, thinking that Desmond probably hated them.

Which is true. However, Desmond can't really ignore them since Jane is still his mother, and Anastasia is still his little sister, but right now, Desmond wanted to live a quiet life with Ashley.

Ashley never told her family about how Ana and Jane treated her, Because she didn't want them to get worried, She kept it secret but only mentioned that she and Desmond moved in to their own home now. She even invites her friends and family to the house.

Alex, Monica, Chris, and Danielle still visit Desmond and Ashley time to time, They are still good friends and always want to check up on Desmond and Ashley, Monica was also five months pregnant and her and the baby are fine and healthy so far. Danielle also found out she is one month pregnant.

The time was two thirty-five p.m as it showed Desmond and Ashley's new home.

The house was quite and beautiful from the inside and outside, Desmond has gotten an increase in his salary and is able to afford a house like this, Right now Ashley was seen in her room as she was holding the sunflowers that Desmond gifted her this morning.

She smiled and continued admiring the flowers and began blushing as Ashley looked at the wedding photos by the dressing table as Fliehr spoke to her.

Ashley: I can't believe it's been six months since I got married.

She continued smiling and began remembering the wedding day, which caused her to blush as Fliehr spoke to herself.

Ashley: You definitely married the best man, Ash.

She blushed and continued thinking about Desmond until she realised that she needed to cook lunch as Ashley left her room and began walking downstairs before making it to the kitchen.

She was about to open the fridge and grab some ingredients until she heard footsteps and saw Desmond, who was smiling at her.

Desmond: Hey Ashley, Where have you been?

Ashley: I was just at our room, I finished my drawing and admired the sunflowers you gifted me.

Desmond: *Chuckles* Do you like it?

Ashley: I do, It's very pretty.

Desmond: I'm glad to hear about that, What are you doing right now?

Ashley; I'm just preparing lunch right now.

Desmond chuckled as Ashley was washing a kitchen knife, Crowe slowly walked towards her as he gently grabbed her hair and tied her hair into a ponytail as Ashley couldn't help but smile.

Ashley: Thanks for that, love.

Desmond: You don't have to cook lunch today.

Ashley: Oh, don't worry, It will be quick-

Desmond: I already ordered lunch for us.

Desmond hugged her from behind as Ashley was shocked before she smiled while grabbing his arms.

Ashley: You didn't have to do that, You could have ordered tonight.

Desmond: I'll order again tonight.

Ashley giggled as She turned around and looked at Desmond before saying something.

Ashley: *Smiles* So it's a holiday for me?

Desmond: You can say that.

Ashley: Hahaha, Wow. I feel like a queen.

Desmond: *Smiles* You're always my queen, Ashley.

Fliehr looked at him before blushing as Desmond smiled at her, Ashley pinched his cheek and walked away as Desmond chuckled and followed her out of the kitchen.

Ashley: I really have to say that Mama Crowe definitely raised a gentleman.

Desmond: Aww, thanks, Ashley.

Ashley: You're welcome. . . You know, I still feel like crying every time I remember what they said to me.

Desmond's smile faded away and looked at Ashley as she took a deep breath and continued speaking to him.

Ashley: But, I still praise Jane for letting me marry an amazing man like you, I will still praise her for raising you perfectly even though she's not perfect.

Desmond had a small smile on his face as Fliehr was smiling at him.

Desmond: I understand that, I really feel like it was a blessing to marry you.

Crowe pulled Ashley close to him and kissed her forehead as Ashley blushed and smiled at him before switching the topic.

Ashley: Anyways, what did you exactly order today?

Desmond: Oh, you'll see, It's a surprise.

Ashley: I'm already excited.

Desmond: Just make sure you spare a piece for me, Sweetheart.

Ashley and Desmond began laughing as Fliehr shrugged and looked at Desmond.

Ashley: I mean, It honestly depends.

Desmond: Hahaha! Let's see about that, Anyways, I'm excited about meeting your family next week?

Ashley: Oh wait, We are visiting them next week?

Desmond: *Laughs* You already forgot?

Ashley: Haha, ummm, I thought we were visiting them after two weeks?

Desmond: *Sits on the couch* You're getting old, Ashley.

Ashley: Hey!!! I'm turning twenty-two this year

Desmond: I think I heard forty-two

Suddenly, Ashley pounced on Desmond as Crowe began laughing while holding her as both of them were staring at each other.

Ashley: Don't call me old.

Desmond: *Smiles* Is that a warning?

Ashley: Yes-

Suddenly, Desmond started tickling her as Ashley screamed before she began laughing as both of them were lying on the couch as Desmond stopped tickling her, Ashley took a deep breath and looked at Desmond as she said something.

Ashley: Not fair at all!

Desmond: Hahaha, Sorry, Ashley. I had to.

She pouted as Crowe moved a strand of her hair and kissed her cheek as Ashley smiled at him until they heard the doorbell ringing.

Desmond: Here comes lunch.

Ashley had a huge smile on her face as Desmond got up and went to open the door as Ashley got up and had a smile on her face while thinking about Desmond.

Ashley: I'm in love with him.

She placed a hand on her cheek as Ashley continued thinking about him until she heard the front door was closed as she quickly got up to find Desmond.

Crowe was in the kitchen as he was checking the food in the bag, but unknown to him, Ashley was sneaking up behind him with a huge smile on her face.

Ashley: Where is my surprise, Desmond?

Desmond smiled at her and showed her the food as She was shocked and covered her mouth.

Ashley: Oh my gosh, KFC?

Desmond: That's right.

She hugged him tightly as Desmond chuckled and hugged her back as Ashley squealed in excitement and broke the hug.

Ashley: Thank you so much! I'm already hungry, Let's eat.

Desmond laughed and nodded as Ashley ran to the living room, Desmond began thinking about her and found her extremely adorable when she said that.

Desmond: I'm so happy that I married her.

He took the food with him as He made his way to the living room and saw Ashley, who was sitting and waiting as Desmond sat down and began taking the food off as Ashley was excited.

Soon, the couple ate the broasted chicken as They were drinking Pepsi while talking to each other.

Ashley: That was delicious.

Desmond: I agree with that.

Ashley: Yup, honestly, today feels like a lazy day, haha.

Desmond: Same here, Thank god I had no work for today.

Ashley: Hahaha, Imagine you did, though.

Desmond laughed as both of them continued drinking Pepsi while talking to each other.

Soon, the day continued on as Ashley and Desmond continued having more fun together, They watched a comedy movie together and shared laughs together, After that, Ashley decided to Skype call her family and friends and both of them were having a great time talking to them.

The time was now ten p.m. as they finished having dinner, which was mixed grill, The couple were now talking to each other while recalling old stories and began laughing at the fun memories.

Both of them felt happier and were in peace since they moved out of Desmond's parents' house. It also strengthens Ashley and Desmond's bond together, and slowly, they are falling in love with each other.

Ashley: I really can't forget about our wedding day.

Desmond: Your right about that, I can't believe it's been six months.

Ashley: That's so true.

Desmond had a smile on his face as he moved both of his hands close to Ashley, showing his palms as Ashley had a huge smile on her face and grabbed both of his hands.

Desmond smiled and slowly pulled Ashley as She got up and sat next to him as both of them were smiling at each other.

Desmond: I'm in love with you, Ash. Not just because we are married, I really love you.

Ashley felt her heart skip a bit as she fixed his hair and smiled at him.

Ashley: You are the best thing that has ever happened to me, You helped me.

Desmond had a smile on his face and kissed Ashley's forehead, He kissed her nose and then kissed her cheek.

Ashley was blushing as Desmond had a huge smile on his face and said something to her.

Desmond: Do you know what the volcano said to the mountain?

Ashley: No?

Desmond: I lava you!

Ashley laughed and lightly smacked Desmond's shoulder as Desmond began laughing at his joke and Ashley's reaction.

Ashley: *Laughs* What a way to ruin a romantic talk.

Desmond: Hahaha, I'm still being romantic, though.

Ashley: Right. That joke was actually good, though. Haha.

They both smiled at each other as Crowe carried Ashley in bridal style, Ashley giggled as both of them made it to the room until Desmond took a deep breath and. . .

Desmond: Bridal style slam!!!

Ashley: *Laughs* Noooo!!!!

Desmond slammed Ashley to the bed as the couple were laughing while laying in the bed together as Crowe checked on Ashley as they continued laughing.

Ashley: Hahaha! What kind of slam was that?

Desmond: I don't know, Haha. I just made that name up. Are you alright though?

Ashley: Hahaha, I'm fine don't worry.

Desmond: *Chuckles* I think we are acting like kids right now.

Ashley: I was gonna say the same thing hahaha.

Desmond smiled as he hugged Ashley from behind, Fliehr had a huge smile on her face as the two began cuddling while talking to each other.

Eventually, Ashley drifted while cuddling as Desmond, who was feeling sleepy, closed the lamp's light and hugged Ashley as he caressed her hair and whispered.

Desmond: Goodnight, My Queen.

A/N: Thank you so much for reading and stay strong!!! :)