Chapter 63

Chapter 63

While my mom was napping, I figured I'd go over to Cyrus' room to see if he was in there. It wasn't the safest time to be doing this but we haven't talked to each other in a few days. With Jay officially off the face of the earth, I could start focusing on Cyrus again. We could get back to what it used to be. When things were simple.

I also needed his help with something I've been planning. It wouldn't work without his help and he planned so many awesome dates for me that this would be a breeze. Knowing him he wouldn't turn me down either. He was always willing to help me out and I instantly thought of him.

Knocking on his door, I waited for an answer anticipating he would be in there. I was also nervous his mom would walk by and catch me standing at his door. Minutes have gone by without an answer making me think he wasn't there. I started to walk away when I heard the door open.

"Hey you," he called out to me. "Get over here!"

Smirking, I rushed over to him closing the door behind me. Embracing him felt great after the long morning I had. My emotions were all over the place with Jay being gone. Seeing Cyrus put things into perspective if I must say. Jay and I were probably never going to work. However, Cyrus was always there. Regardless of how long we go without our meetings, he was still there.

Cyrus squeezed me tightly as I took in his wonderful scent. Despite all of my dishonesty, our feelings for each other never wavered. This was the first man to ever show me true affection. Even with my lack of maturity he still was interested in me. I'll never understand why but appreciate it nonetheless.

Letting me go, he looked at me with a bright grin. "What brings you here?"

"To see you of course," I felt giddy inside. "And to ask a favor."

Cy sat down on his bed eager to hear what I had to say. "Lay it on me."

I sat next to him thinking of the best way to explain this. "Well, my mom is here see and she hasn't dated anyone in years," my idea was crazy but it could work. "So I was thinking of setting her up with Jeremy. That's where you come in."

This was really important to me but I couldn't pull it off alone. If anyone was going to help me it had to be Cyrus. He knew Jeremy better than anyone. Although he somewhat agreed when I brought it up to him, Cyrus could convince him even more. My mom needed to get back out into the dating world but not with just anyone. Someone like Jeremy. He's sweet, kind, and respectable. The same way my father used to be. My mom was going to love him and my dad would totally approve!

Cyrus nodded realizing what I was getting at. "Ok, so why did you come to me again?" He was confused.

"Because you know Jeremy better than anyone," I spoke. "And you also plan the best dates known to man. I could really use your expertise." I bat my eyes at him pleadingly.

He laughed understanding. "Ahh, I see. You know I'll help you," he didn't hesitate to agree. "It'll have to be tomorrow night though. I have some late-night meetings today."

I jump up and down excitedly wrapping my arms around him. "You're the best!" I shouted.

There was so much planning to be done. My mom needed an outfit and her hair did. Twila would help with the outfit and I'm sure Bradyn would love to do her hair since it's like mine. The hard part was getting her to agree to this. This wasn't something we talked about in our spare time. Not once has my mom ever brought up guys or dating since the tragedy. Whatever it took, I was going to do it. She needed this!

Cyrus saw the excitement in me kissing my forehead out of adoration. "I do have one proposition though," he caught me off guard with that one.

I stopped jumping this time being the one confused. "What do you mean?"

"If I plan a date for them, then we also have to have our own date," he smiled. "Our last one before the decision is made."

That did sounds like a good idea. We haven't had a date in a long time. Let alone just a night alone. Having our date simultaneously as theirs didn't sound too bad. Hopefully, it was nothing crazy like Penshaw, but also just as nice. There was nothing to worry about when it came to our dates though. Cyrus always went above and beyond no matter what.

I agreed to his proposal never willing to turn down anything to do with Cyrus. There will be plenty more once he declares he chooses me as the winner. The thought of getting the privilege to spend personal time with him out in the open was bliss. We wouldn't have to keep sneaking around and hiding from his mom. Things will be so different but in the best ways possible. It was going to be a huge step for our relationship and it made me nervous.

Even though he already told me, reassurance was something I needed. At least to get through this week.

I fiddled with my fingers like I always did when I was nervous. "Things are going to change soon, huh?"

He nodded sensing my nerves. "Yeah, I think for the better." His smile made me happy.

"It's settled then? I know I keep asking I just want to be sure," The nerves in me accelerated as I got up to look out his huge window.

There were reasons for my nerves even though he told me it was fine. I had nothing to worry about yet I was worried. It made me question if I was ready to do this. It was a huge commitment to be dating someone as established as a Hadid. Our worlds were so different I'm not sure I was ready for the pressure of being one of them. Farah would love to boss me around making me into her. Ugh, the dread.

Suddenly, Cyrus walked up behind me wrapping me in his arms. He kissed the top of my head as we looked out his window in silence. Sometimes that was all we needed. He didn't have to tell me because his actions said it all. That was what I loved about our relationship. We didn't always need words to communicate our feelings. A simple hug and a kiss always did the trick. At least for us anyway.

"Why are you so worried, A?" He sounded concerned. "Am I not showing you I care enough? I've been pretty busy but I swear nothing has changed."

Laughing, I turned to face him wrapping my arms around his neck. "No, silly, you show me how much you care all the time," I reassured him. "I'm just a little scared."

He looked at me confused. "Scared? Why?"

I sighed shrugging my shoulders. "This is a huge commitment. I don't want to come into this family and somehow ruin your image," I admitted.

This time he was the one laughing. "Are you kidding? You could never ruin my image or this family's definition of an image," he explained. "I wouldn't give a shit even if you did. I'd kill to have a bit of normalcy once in a while."

I smiled taking in his words. "Maybe I'm getting too worked up." We laughed together.

"Please don't take this the wrong way, but you being normal is everything I could have ever wanted," he seemed excited about that. "You're a normal girl who, no offense, has less money than I do. Meaning I get to know a real person and not some spoiled brat worried about their looks or what new designer shoe they're going to buy next."

He did have a point. I wasn't worried about those things because it never occurred to me that one day my life would change. Cyrus was my change but at the same time, I was still me. Thinking about this now, maybe I was something he needed as well. A slice of a normal life that wasn't gifted to him before. He had that in me and I was glad to provide that to him. We were destined for each other.

"It all makes sense now," I say as the realization hit me.

Cyrus chuckled, pulling me closer to him. "What makes sense?"

"Us, our connection. We give each other things not provided to us otherwise," I look him in the eyes with so much glee. "We're like the last two pieces of a perfectly made puzzle."

My comparison was weak but it all made sense. Why we were so drawn to each other and didn't seem to want to let go. These last eight weeks showed me a lot about myself and the people around me as well. There may not have been much I had in common with them, but I'd be lying if I said I didn't enjoy my time.

We shared a soft kiss before his phone started buzzing in his pocket. He groaned throwing his head back in the process. I'm positive he was tired of all the work he had to do with little free time. Though at least he'll be secured in future retrospect. However, I missed spending time with him. Hopefully, when we plan this date for my mom ours will be just as fun.

"That's my mother meaning I have to go." He sighed reluctantly.

I pout kissing his cheek one more time. "Will there be time later tonight?" I ask in hopes he would say yes.

That didn't happen though. "You don't know how badly I wish but that'll have to wait until tomorrow," he didn't look too happy about that.

Accepting that, I took one last opportunity to hug him before being shooed away. Tomorrow night was going to be so much fun. My mom was going to be indifferent to the whole blind date thing, but Jeremy could charm her. At least I hope he can. Luckily Cyrus was willing to help to make it even more exciting. The hard part was deciding what my mom was going to wear and where exactly the date would be. The thoughts got me all riled up! I had to go find Bradyn and Twila to get all this energy out.