Epilogue

Four Months Later

"Where are you and Stephanie going?" I asked Tori. She was sitting at her dresser, brushing her hair, while I was laying on her bed.

Tori stopped what she was doing and looked at me through her mirror. "Nowhere fancy. We're just going to the movies." She answered.

"That sounds like fun." I replied.

Tori and Stephanie were officially together after four months of being in denial. It really did take a long time for them to finally come to terms with how they felt. Finally they dropped the whole 'just friends' charade. Also, I think it had to do with the fact that Stephanie was not out as a lesbian to her family as yet and she was slowly working through that. The only person in her family who had known at the time was her older brother. 

Now today, Saturday, they were going on their first date. Tori had asked me to come over to her house to help her pick out a nice outfit. Tori didn't want to admit it, but she was nervous to go on this date. This was her first time going on a date in her life.

When Tori was finished at her mirror, she stood up and faced me. "So, how do I look?"

"You look great." I said.

"Are you sure?" She pressed.

"Tori, Stephanie really likes you. I can see that. So, just relax and be your awesome, amazing and confident self." I reassured her with a smile. Honestly, it was weird seeing Tori unsure about anything. This was a new side to her. "And besides, I guarantee you that Stephanie is home doing the exact same thing." I added, even though Stephanie was the confident type.

Tori smiled. "You're right. I don't need to be nervous." She said. "So speaking of dates, are you and Tyler doing anything today?"

"Not really. We're just going out for ice cream." I stated.

Tori smiled. "I bet that was your idea." She guessed, knowing me so well.

Nodding my head, I laughed. I then took up my phone that was beside me and checked the time. It was 1:40pm. I sat up in the bed instantly. "Oh crap, I'm late." I said.

Tori looked in my direction. "What time did you guys planned to get ice cream?" She questioned.

"Two pm." I answered as I got up from Tori's bed. "I've got to go. Tell me how your date went."

"Okay, bye." Tori said as I left her room.

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When I got home, I had a quick shower and got dressed. When I was ready, it was 2:15pm. I took up my phone and went downstairs. As I descended the stairs, I saw Tyler sitting on the couch waiting for me.

I smiled and walked over to him. "Hi, how long have you been here?"

Tyler looked up when I said that. "Hey. I just got here. Your stepmother let me in." He answered. He then stood up and approached me. "Are you ready to go?"

I nodded my head. "Yes." I replied. "Sarah!" I called to Sarah who was in the kitchen. "I'm leaving now okay?"

Sarah appeared at the doorway of the kitchen. "Okay dear. Please be careful." She then turned to Tyler. "Your mom told me she was coming over. Is she still coming?"

Tyler nodded. "Yes, when I left she was getting ready to come over here."

"That's good. I'm preparing casserole. I hope she likes that." She said.

"She does." Tyler confirmed. Sarah smiled at that. Sarah was now six months pregnant and was showing it. It seems like everyday her belly was getting bigger and bigger. I really couldn't wait for the baby to get here. "Do you know the gender?" Tyler asked Sarah.

"Yes," She answered. "I'm having a boy."

"That's great." Tyler said.

"Yes." Sarah said rubbing her hand lightly on her round baby bump. "Even though it's my first birth, it feels like I will be having my second child. A daughter and now a son." She added smiling at me.

I smiled back at her. I knew I was a daughter to her and she was definitely the only mother I've ever known.

"Well, you guys go on ahead. Don't let me keep you. Rachel will be here soon." Sarah stated.

"Okay bye." I said and Tyler waved at her before we left for the ice cream shop.

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After Tyler and I left the ice cream shop, we decided to go to the park. We were walking hand in hand, when Tyler suddenly say. "Guess what?"

"What?" I replied.

"My mom and I are going to Sandusky during spring break." He related.

I looked over at him wide eyed. "Wow, that's so awesome." I exclaimed. I've never been to Sandusky but I heard that it has some really amazing attractions.

"I was wondering if you wanted to come as well." Tyler said.

I stopped walking and turned to face him fully. "Really?" I asked with excitement.

Tyler smiled at my obvious excitement and nodded. "Yes."

"Of course I'd love to go!" I exclaimed as I hugged him. "Thank you so much."

He chuckled and hugged me back. "It's my pleasure. I'm glad you're happy about it and I'm looking forward to you coming along."

I pulled back from the hug and looked into his eyes and smiled. We have been together four months now and the way I feel about him grew every day. My feelings was undeniable.

"You're the best, Tyler. I love you so much." I said.

Tyler never lost his smile. "I love you too." He said looking right back at me.

Never in a million years did I expect Tyler and I to be here together. No, I did not. If someone had told me this months ago, I would have laughed and said that they were crazy. I'd probably start searching for mental institutions for them. However, we were together and I was so happy and I didn't regret it.

"Babe, what are you thinking about?" Tyler asked bringing me from my thoughts.

"I was thinking that we wouldn't have been here, if I didn't kiss you that day." I related.

He laughed. "Yeah, so it's a good thing we met then." Tyler said with a smile.

"You mean, It's a good thing you were stalking me." I clarified teasingly.

"I wasn't stalking you." He defended.

"Yes you were, but don't worry you're forgiven." I replied.

Tyler shook his head. "What am I going to do with you?"

I pretend to think. "Hmm...I don't know."

Pulling me even closer, Tyler wrapped his arms around my waist. "I have an idea."

"I think I'm going to like this idea." I said as I moved closer to him.

Closing the gap between us, Tyler brought his lips down to mine and kissed me and as always he took my breath away.

This boy meant everything to me and at least now I know that with us, it wasn't just a kiss. It never was.

Our kiss meant so much more.