S.S Queen’s Holiday Cruise

Chance

I keep my smile almost nostalgically, and keep my eyes closed as well, "How long ago was that?"

Katie

I think for a moment. "That was about a year and a half ago." I say.

Chance

"And how long were... I mean, have we been together?" I ask.

Katie

"A little over two years." I say, smiling.

Chance

I smile back and nod. Would I remember everything? What if I don't? I don't want to hurt her... or miss out on something I already miss.

Katie

I can see the thought in his face, trying to be hidden with a smile. "What is it?" I ask.

Chance

I look at her and shake my head, flashing an assuring smile, "Nothing. Just stupid thoughts I shouldn't be troubling myself, or anyone else for that matter, with."

Katie

I nod and smile. "You do not have to worry about anything Chance."

Chance

I smile back at her and set a hand on the side of her face again. Looking at her, I can see why I loved her in the first place. Inexplicably, of course, but present.

Katie

I smile and hold his hand there.

Chance

I rest my forehead against hers again and allow my eyes to close, dwelling on the fuzzy-fluttering in my chest.

Katie

I smile and close my eyes again. I missed this. Being with him, talking to him, loving him. I need him.

Chance

"Let's just stay here the rest of the day," I say. "Can we do that?"

Katie

I smile sweetly and give his hand a small squeeze.

Chance

I smile back and squeeze her hand back the same way.