chapter 31: Love Is In The Air

Ian
I was curious about how Autumn would prove me wrong. It was not that easy. I doubted whether she even knew what I liked. After all, I barely expressed my feelings. She was driving the car, while I was checking the updates about the Silver on my phone. Everything was going smoothly. Steven was handling it nicely in my absence.
"We are here!" Autumn stopped the car. I was about to get out, but she stopped me. "Wait! I will open the door for you." I found her action cute.
She opened the door and I got out. When I looked at the place she brought me to, I was awestruck.
"Welcome to the Louvre Museum," she said with a cute smile on her face. She entwined our hands and pulled me inside with her.
How did she know that I loved going to museums? Someone definitely helped her. There was no way she could guess it by herself.
"I assume you loved the surprise, and don't think someone told me about this. Your room is full of ancient stuff. You definitely have a thing for the museum." Autumn cleared out my confusion. "I believe this is enough to prove to you that I pay heed to everything you say and also care for you. However, I have made plans for today already. So, we need to go with the flow."
Museums had many ancient and interesting things. My visit here today was more special because of Autumn. She showed her utmost interest in every item. She never failed to amuse me.
Last night, I was unable to control myself with the way she was ogling that guy in the series. Thus, I blurted out in resentment. I would have apologized to her, but when she said she would prove me wrong, curiosity grew within me.
I was watching Autumn more than the things in the museum. She was really a distraction for me. Usually, I would listen to the history behind every species. Currently, I was just watching her instead of listening to the guy who was narrating the history behind a fine vase.
After we were done, we had lunch. She ordered my favorite dishes, including fruit custard as a dessert. She ate them along with me.
Later, we walked into the park. She was really a chatterbox. She started talking after we left the museum and never stopped. She told me about her school life and friends. However, she avoided talking about Montez. I really couldn't help but get jealous of Montez. He was really lucky. Autumn liked him or maybe even loved him a lot. I hated that fact.
I knew she had a lot going in her mind. She wanted to talk about him, but she was not comfortable. I didn't push her about it. When Autumn's comfortable, she would clear her mind by sharing it with me.
I just really hope she just gives us a chance. Maybe to even love each other.
I didn't ever think of love. I always thought that when it was the right time, I would fall in love.
I came to this tour with her because I wanted to be sure of my feelings. I wanted to be sure if I was falling for her. I wanted to spend time and get to know more about her.
"This is the last place for today. Come," Autumn announced as we got out of the car.
I saw the Eiffel Tower in front of us. I wanted to go to the Summit with her, but she was not ready. I thought I would take her tomorrow as it was the last day of our vacation.
I looked at her in confusion, as she smiled widely. "No need to be confused. Today, I just wanted to come here with you."
My lips curved into a smile. Well, she brought me here. It was more romantic than me bringing her here.
"The Becketts," Autumn said to the brunette woman after we got inside. After they talked, we walked towards the elevator.
The elevator was not crowded. No one was there but us. Usually, the tower was filled with people at night.
Even Autumn became quiet. It felt more awkward. I tried to break the ice, "I convinced Vivian's parents. They will let him go to the United States soon."
She grinned but never said a word. Soon, we reached the Summit. It was the top floor of the tower, and there was no one.
"Did you book this entire floor?"
Autumn replied, "Yes, I did."
"You never fail to amuse me," I mumbled under my breath. She dragged me inside the Summit.
She heaved a sigh and looked at the view. "Isn't it beautiful?"
I followed her gaze. "Indeed."
"I always wanted to come here, with Montez," she let out.
I ran a hand through my hair. She was ready to talk about it. I had to control myself.
"We wanted to kiss, standing here." I looked at her face. Her eyes were glued to the scenery. "I am unable to move on, Ian. Montez will never forgive me for what I did to him. He will never want me to be happy."
I remained silent.
"He loved me. But what did I do to him? I freaking killed him. This guilt will eat me alive."
I rubbed her arm. She placed her head on my shoulder and let her tears out. I hated to see her cry. It made my heart clench.
"Every time I want to be happy with you, his memories troubled me. The day I killed him... he came on his own because I called him. He trusted me so much." Her voice cracked, as she continued talking through her tears, "I want his forgiveness. I seek his forgiveness every day. Yet, I still feel terrible."
I instantly turned to her. I cupped her cheeks, wiping away the tears. "Look, Autumn. It was not your fault. Lennox betrayed you. Besides, Montez loved you, right?"
She nodded. "He confessed before I was sent to the training."
"If he really loves you, he will forgive you. Love doesn't only mean to trust or adore someone. It means that they would always forgive their mistakes. It means to like them despite their flaws. Your flaw was you trusted people easily."
"That flaw destroyed everything, Ian."
"We cannot undo whatever happened that day. I will never tell you to forget Montez. He had a special place in your heart, and he will, Forever. But you have to move on. Montez won't want you to stay in a corner, hugging Bloom and crying for him. He will want you to find your lost happiness. Love means seeing that person happy, with or without their own self," I explained thoroughly.
She seemed to listen attentively and later on, asked, "You mean to say, Montez will be happy if I move on?"
I nodded. "He will. Just don't forget to keep him in your prayers. Also, it's a life lesson for you. Always think calmly before falling for someone's words."
"Aren't you angry?"
I raised my eyebrows. "Why will I be?"
"Because I told you about Montez."
I pulled her into a hug. "I was waiting for you to open up your emotions. I knew it was troubling you. I just didn't want to force you to let your emotions out. Although I am not a fan of the fact of him being your first special person in your life." She laughed slightly. "But I respect him a lot. He really loved you a lot. So, the least he deserves is you praying for him," I advised her.
"Thank you so much for hearing me out. I never knew you would be so understanding. If I knew, I would have told you about him sooner."
I stroke her hair, looking at her beautiful face. I uttered, "Never be afraid to open up your emotions. I may understand emotions a bit late, but that doesn't mean I wouldn't."
She took me by surprise when she placed her lips on mine. My hands were on her cheeks, while hers were on my back. The kiss was soft and passionate. I loved it when she kissed me on her own.
"Mrs. Beckett," an unfamiliar woman disrupted our moment.
Autumn looked at her with a smile. "Yes?"
The woman didn't feel embarrassed. It was weird. Moreover, I didn't see her when we entered the tower.
"You're needed downstairs. There is a problem," she simply said as her face held no emotion. Her aura screamed trouble.
Autumn gasped. "Is it about the dinner I arranged? Oh, no!" She was about to go but I held her hand. She gave me a cute smile. "I will be okay. What's the worst that can happen? That too here?" she let out and took her hand from mine, before sauntering away with the woman.
What if there's a danger? Shall I go with her? If there is nothing dangerous, she will kill me for ruining her plan. This place is secured. Nothing can happen to her here, I tried to shrug off my thoughts and looked at the scenery. I could see the entire Paris from here.
I smiled as I remembered the kiss I shared with her a few seconds ago. Kissing Autumn on the Summit of the Eiffel Tower made me realize one thing I was confused about.
I already fell for Autumn.