A/N: Hey guys! Sorry it's been awhile. Had quite a lot going on. Had my prep day for my pageant and it went well. It was fun too! I learned a lot of things that I didn't know about the pageant and now I just need to practice the new skills that I learned. Go me! *has a sarcastic, fake, forced smile on my face* Ok, but seriously, it was really fun and I'm already enjoying myself. So, a word to the wise, if you ever...and I mean, EVER, receive a National American Miss letter in the mail, (and I'm talking to my ladies out there...obviously. This message would just be weird for my dudes.😋) DO NOT, I repeat, DON'T EVEN THINK ABOUT TURNING IT DOWN! It does cost a little bit of money, but it's not a crazy amount. But, this program, I'm not even at the final pageant yet, and it's already boosted my confidence level ten thousand fold! It is really amazing and I give high praise to the wonderful ladies, and whoever, that work with NAM. They are phenomenal and I love the program already. This program is worth every penny spent and I would definitely do it again in years to come, and I'm not even finished with this year yet! So many beautiful ladies from ages 4-18 go through this program and it's amazing seeing how much potential is in each and every one of them. They're all very beautiful and they just make me feel like I'm beautiful too, just by being in the room with them. Also, the program contains endless opportunities for future jobs and careers like models, actors/actresses, spokesmodels, singers, musicians, and much more! So, please, take that chance and show the world your beauty and talent because I knew each and every one of you Dreamers have it in you. You, my little Dreamers, mean the world to me, and I wish to give the world back to y'all and this is the only way I know how. So, please, don't miss this opportunity. I love each and every on of y'all and I truly mean that. You are loved and you always have someone that cares. Ok, enough sappy talk from me, lol. Here's a new chapter!👏👏👏👏👏

PS: (Y/M/N) means your middle name. (Y/L/N) means your last name. (H/L) means hair length. (H/C) means hair color. And (E/C) means eye colour. For those who may not have known.😋
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~(Y/N)'s POV~
Last night was probably the best night of my life. I finally got to connect with the love of my life. I woke up swaddled in his embrace. His arms were wrapped around my waist under shirt and his legs were intertwined with mine. His forehead was pressed in between my shoulder blades and his breaths were slow, even, and deep. His grip on me was tight, as if I were to leave if he let go, but gentle, as if I were a delicate flower. This side of him made my heart smile, as it did make me actually smile as well. As we laid there, I couldn't help but think one thing. He's all mine. All of this dorky, fun, handsome, hunk-of-a-dude is all mine. I chuckled softly at that thought. And then another thought went through my mind. How am I gonna explain this to my mother and father and sister? At that thought, I quickly and quietly grabbed my phone and decided to text my mom instead of calling, that way I don't wake Mark.

(Y/N): Hey mom!
Mom: Hi sweetie! Everything alright?
(Y/N): Yes. Definitely. And I also have a question...
Mom: Of course, dear. What's up?
(Y/N): Would you and Dad and Crystal be okay if I stayed out here with Mark? We've um...kinda bonded more than expected.
Mom: (Y/N) (Y/M/N) (Y/L/N)!! YOU BETTER NOT BE PREGNANT!!
(Y/N): WHAT?! MOTHER!! NO!!! I'm not pregnant! But, Mark has fallen for me and he wants me to stay with him and...and I love him...
Mom: Read at 9:30am.

Oh no...she left me on read. Shit! I knew this was a bad idea.

(Y/N): Mom?...
Mom: Sorry, sweetie. I was talking to your dad.
(Y/N): Oh no...you didn't tell him...did you?...
Mom: Of course I did! You're his daughter too! He deserves to know!

Great. She told Dad. I'm in deep shit when I get home. I'll never here the end of it...

(Y/N): What did he say?...
Mom: He said that he was okay with it. But he's still a little worried for you. But we're both proud of you and we want you to visit when you can!

My heart was literally in my throat before she responded. I felt like a huge weight was lifted off my shoulders. I sighed in relief and smiled a little.

(Y/N): Thank you so much mom! I love you so much! Give Dad and Crystal a hug for me please!
Mom: Will do! And we love you too!

Relived that my family was ok with everything, I shut my phone off and set it on the bedside table. I must've stretched a little too much because I heard Mark make a little noise beside me. And then I felt his thumb move in small circles just under my belly button. I smiled and turned myself around to face him. I softly kiss his forehead and the corners of his mouth perk up a little. His eyes remain closed, but he speaks softly. "Good morning, (Y/N/N)iplier." His voice was deep and gravely and it just made my stomach do flips. He also sounded sleepy still, which made everything even better. I smiled and kissed his forehead again. "Good morning, Markimoo." Mark finally decided to open his eyes and lift his chin a little to look at me. He smiled and I returned the smile.

~Mark's POV~
Damn (Y/N) looked hot. Her (H/L), (H/C) hair looked like a morning mess. But a hot morning mess. Her (E/C) eyes were staring back at me and her luscious pink lips were stretched into a smile. I said good morning to her and she smiled more. "Good morning, Markimoo." The way my nickname rolled off of her tongue made my cheeks go warm. I quickly scooted closer and buried my face in the crook of her neck. She chuckled a little and pet my hair. "Mark? Are you alright?" I nod slightly and kiss her neck softly. "Yes, baby. I'm quite alright." I smiled into her neck and she pet my hair more. God, I love her so much. I love this feeling of right now. I love the idea of her being with me all the time. I love the way she makes me feel like no one ever has before. She is pure and beautiful and-...and the love of my life and I don't want to lose her again. I will protect her this time. I promise to keep her by my side forever. "Marry me..." I didn't noticed that I had said that out loud. I was too caught up in the moment.

She stopped petting my hair and I felt her freeze. "Wha...what did you say?..." Her voice sounded full of confusion and shock. That's when I realized I had said it out loud. I pulled back to look at her in the eyes. Damn, she has beautiful eyes. "(Y/N)...I love you so much and I-...I believe the story you told me. How we were together before? I believe every word of it because of that nightmare I had. It felt so real and I can't lose you..." Tears were now welling in my eyes. Great. I'm so emotional... "I meant it when I said that I want you forever and always. I meant it with all my heart. And I still do. I really do want you forever and always, by my side, until the day we die. Actually, longer than that. I want you in the afterlife. I never want you to leave me. I love you, (Y/N)....Will you marry me?"
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A/N: I know, I know. I'm so mean! Stupid cliffhangers. Ugh! I know they're a pain, but, they give my book more chapter opportunities. And guess what??? I LOVE Y'ALL!! SO MUCH!! I know that sounds a little weird, but I DON'T CARE!! I LOVE YOU!!!❤️
Alrighty, stay awesomely weird! Peace out, my little Dreamers.😜✌️️