April 4 2023

A few days have passed, and everything has been going well. Right now, the time was three p.m as work shifts were over in some offices and workplaces.

Right now, Martin and Sydney were out to the mall as they were done shopping for clothes, Martin paid and took the receipt as Sydney was hugging him as Martin had a smile on his face.

Martin: Shopping was fun today, right?

Sydney: It was really fun! I hope we didn't buy too much, though.

Martin: It's okay, Sydney. Anything that makes you happy, I'll do it for you.

Sydney: *Smiles* That's why I love you, Martin.

Martin: I love you too, sweetheart.

Sydney smiled and began holding his arm as Martin chuckled and smiled at her while holding the bags as they continued walking.

Sydney: So where do you want to go now?

Martin: I was thinking we could go and eat some chocolate doughnuts.

Sydney: Really? That would be awesome!

Martin: Sure, but we aren't getting sprinkles for you.

Sydney: *Pouts* Are you serious, Martin??? You know how much I love sprinkles!

Martin began laughing at her cute reaction as Sydney continued staring at him and crossed her arms as Martin pulled her close to him and kissed her cheek.

Martin: I'm just kidding, sweetheart, We are getting doughnuts with sprinkles on top. Don't be angry at me

Sydney: *Smiles* Okay, fine. I can't stay angry at you anyway.

They both smiled at each other before making their way to the escalator. Soon, they brought the chocolate doughnuts with sprinkles as both of them were eating while smiling at each other.

Sydney: This is delicious!

Martin: I agree with that.

Sydney: So how is work going for you?

Martin: It's kinda good, Just pretty tiring as well. What about you?

Sydney: Sorry to hear about that, Everything is going good for me as well.

Martin: It's fine, and I'm glad everything is good for you, love.

The couple began speaking more about their work while also cracking some jokes as they were having a great time together.

Meanwhile, Alex and Scarlett were seen at the restaurant together as Ambrose was fixing his shirt.

Alex: Flowers for the love of my life.

Scarlett: *Blushes and takes the flowers* Thank you so much, Handsome.

Alex: *Smiles* Your welcome, Love. What do you want to eat?

Scarlett: Hmmm, how about alferdo? I'm been craving for that for some time.

Alex: Ooooh, you read my mind, I was also thinking the same thing.

Scarlett smiled at him as Ambrose called the waiter and ordered two cheesy alfredo, The couple were talking to each other while waiting for their order.

Scarlett: So I read the horror stories that you recommended.

Alex: Oh really? So which one do you like?

Scarlett: It's a tie between Carrie and IT. Both of them are very scary and interesting to read.

Alex: Ooh, that's awesome, I'm glad you love both stories.

Scarlett: Yup, I feel really bad for Carrie in the book

Alex: Oh yeah, I agree on that. Her story is very sad, and it wasn't surprising that she finally snapped and killed everyone in prom.

Scarlett: You're right about that, and Pennywise in IT was really scary as well. Some dialogues gave me chills.

Alex: *Chuckles* That's true, Have you read Cujo?

Scarlett: I just started reading it yesterday, and so far, it seems good.

Alex: Nice, you're going to enjoy that one as well.

Scarlett smiled and shook her head as she held Alex's hand as Ambrose smiled and held her hand tightly.

Alex: Do I have to stay over at your house tonight?

Scarlett: *Smiles* Why exactly?

Alex: You probably feel scared and won't sleep tonight.

Scarlett began laughing as Alex was also laughing with her as Johansson said something.

Scarlett: No! I won't be scared, When was the last time you ever saw me get scared while watching a horror movie?

Alex: Never, but I'm sure you need someone to sleep next to you.

He smiled and teased her as Scarlett laughed and playfully smacked his hand as Alex chuckled and said something.

Alex: I'm just kidding, Scar. But i was actually thinking about coming over.

Scarlett: *Smiles* Well, that would be amazing, actually.

They both smiled at each other as Scarlett kissed his forehead, which made Alex blush a little until their food arrived as they were ready to eat.

Meanwhile, Benjamin and Caity were seen at the amusement park together as Benjamin was fixing his jacket.

Benjamin: So where do you wanna go first, love?

Caity:  Before then, how about we eat some cotton candy?

Benjamin: Sure!

They both smiled at each other and were holding hands as they were making their way to the cotton candy stall and brought it as they were eating while speaking to each other.

Caity: I'm so happy that we got the chance to go on a date again.

Benjamin: I'm really happy that I get to go out with you again, I miss your presence.

Caity: Aww, I missed you even more.

They both smiled at each other as Caity pecked his lips as McFarland smiled at her as They were done eating cotton candy.

Caity: Wanna go on the roller coaster?

Benjamin: Sure! That would be awesome.

Caity squealed in excitement as Benjamin chuckled and kissed her cheek, They both got in the roller coaster and were excited.

Soon, the rollercoaster began moving fast as Benjamin and Caity were excited before everyone began screaming in happiness.

The rollercoaster stopped as Benjamin and Caity were getting out as they were smiling at each other.

Caity: That was really fun!!!

Benjamin: True! But are you sure you're not feeling sick?

Caity laughed a little as Benjamin smiled at her before she said something.

Caity: Not anymore, I used to feel sick, but nowadays, I don't feel it.

Benjamin: That's great, I was actually a bit worried about you.

Caity: Aww, don't worry, my detective, I'm fine.

Benjamin smiled at her as they decided to go in the ferris wheel as both of them were sitting and felt excited as they noticed how high they were as Caity pretended to scream in fear while Benjamin was laughing.

Soon, They were sitting on the swam boat as Caity rested her head on Benjamin's shoulder as McFarland smiled and began holding her head.

Benjamin: It's peaceful, isn't it?

Caity: Yup, I kinda feel like sleeping here.

They both laughed a little as Caity began touching the water as they continued having more fun around the amusement park.

[ 9:30 P.M]

James was invited to Lucia's House for dinner, He accepted it and decided to visit her. Although James has been having some strange feelings about Lucia, It's like whenever she spends time with him and checks up on him, He feels different around her.

Lucia has also been teasing and flirting with him, and for some reason, He shamefully admitted to himself that he was liking the way she spoke to him.

Right now, James was at his house as he was fixing his coat while looking at himself in the mirror.

James fixed his sleeves and sprayed some perfume before leaving his room as he grabbed his phone and wallet and left the house.

He walked towards Lucia's house and ringed the bell, A few minutes later, She opened the door as James was looking at her.

Lucia: Hey, James. I'm so glad you came over.

James: *Smiles* Hi Lucia, Thanks for inviting me.

Lucia: You're welcome, Come inside.

She smiled and walked away as James got inside the house and looked around before he made his way to the dining room and saw how it was beautifully set.

There were different foods, salads and desserts along with two glasses of wine, There were also candle lights as James looked at Lucia, who was smiling at him.

They both sat down as James looked around the table and spoke to Lucia.

James: Seems like I visited a buffet.

Lucia: *Laughs a little* Make yourself comfortable, James.

James: I will, By the way, did you prepare all of this?

Lucia: Yes, I told you I was good at cooking.

James: Wow. . . You did so much, Thank you, though.

Lucia: *Smiles* You're welcome, I wanted to make this special for you.

They both smiled at each other as they both started off with a plate of spaghetti, The two friends were eating it as Lucia asked him a question.

Lucia: How is it?

James: It's actually really good, I love how spicy it is.

Lucia: Awww, thank you, James.

James: No problem, I'm sure the others are delicious.

Lucia smiled at him as they both continued eating before they decided to take some fried rice as they were speaking to each other.

Lucia: So, how is everything going for you?

James: It's been fine, Work has been less stressful, actually.

Lucia: That's good to hear, You really need some rest, James.

James: You're right about that, I should try resting up.

Lucia: I'm here to take good care of you.

She bit her lip as James was looking at the way she bit her lip as Turner shook his head and smiled at her.

James: Anyways, have you been seeing someone?

Lucia: I actually have been seeing someone.

James had an odd feeling. . . He felt a bit upset on the inside. But he ignored that feeling, thinking it was because he felt lonely without Amanda.

James: Really? Well, if he likes you back, He's gonna be a lucky man.

Lucia giggled as James smiled at her as they began eating some salad while speaking to each other.

Soon, dinner was over as James was washing some of the plates until someone touched his shoulder as he turned around and saw Lucia placing a dish on the sink and spoke to James.

Lucia: it's okay, I'll wash it later.

James: But this is too much for you, Lucia. I can help you

Lucia: No, no. Don't worry about it. It's fine, I have a dishwasher anyway.

James: I thought you said it was broken.

Lucia; A repairman is coming to fix it tomorrow, so let's just sit down.

James smiled and nodded as Lucia slowly began rubbing his hand on his shoulder before walking away as James was looking at her.

Soon, They sat by the dining table again as they were talking to each other. However, Lucia crossed her legs and wanted to tease him as James was trying not to look at her and focused on the conversation.

James had a message on his phone as he was texting the person while Lucia was staring at Turner before she said something.

Lucia: Do you feel lonely, James? You have been home alone for some time now.

James was confused by the sudden question as He fixed his hair and said something.

James: Haha, well, I gotta get used to it. But I'm sure it won't be for long. . .

Lucia: I'm been feeling more lonely at home, James. . . .

She spoke in a seductive tone as James closed his phone and looked at her until Lucia slowly began climbing on the table while crawling towards James, which shocked him.

She continued crawling as James was stunned by what she was doing until she got close to him and whispered.

Lucia: Do you feel it as well?~

James was silent as Lucia slowly pulled his chin as both of them were looking at each other until she said something.

Lucia: Don't make me lonely again~

James: Lucia, What are you-

Lucia: Shhhh. . . . I don't want any talk. . . .

I want action.

James was silent as he ran his hand around her hair as Lucia had a smirk on her face and got on top of James.

James was shocked, He shouldn't be seen like this. James was married and just because he was still angry at Amanda doesn't mean he should be doing this.

James: Lucia, Can we not. . . .

Lucia flipped her hair and looked at him as James held her waist and stared at her as Lucia smiled before sharing a kiss with him.

James was shocked as he tried to break the kiss but for some reason  he couldn't. . . . He felt like he wanted to continue this.

They continued kissing as James was holding her tightly until Lucia broke the kiss and whispered to his ear.

Lucia: I want you, James. . .  Just go under and pull the string. . .

James was looking at her slowly and noticed there was a string under her dress as he pulled it out to the outside but was afraid to remove it.

James: Lucia. . .

Lucia: Pull the string, James. . .

She whispered to his as He pulled the string while Lucia had a smirk on her face.

James looked at Lucia before they shared a kiss again until Turner got up while carrying Lucia and began making his way to the bedroom.

And they spended a great night together.

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