Stitch These Wounds With Me Tonight

[Jessa's POV]

"I think Andy can be forgiven now, what do you girls think?" I asked.

"Mmm hmmm. This has to be the most relaxed I have been since before we started college Jess." Riley said.

"I feel like my bones have been swapped for pudding. That massage was amazing. Andy has won me over." Sammy smiled sipping her tea.

"What do you think Jeremy has planned for tonight?"

"I hope something romantic. Wear that flowy soft pink dress you bought earlier with your black motorcycle jacket and black ankle booties." Riley said excitedly.

"I've got the jewelry that'll go perfect with it. It's a light rose gold color." Sammy added.

"Have you two sealed the deal yet?" Riley asked me.

"Not yet. I'm going to launch a surprise attack after our date tonight. Thus all the goodies I bought earlier." I divulged.

"Well Riley, looks like I'll be hosting a party at our place. Jess, text us when you two are heading home so we can get the boys out for you."

"Sam, you're awesome!"

[CC's POV]

"That was fucking awesome! Jinxx, you're next." I half yelled taking off my headset.

"Sweet. I'll get to it." He said walking into the booth with his guitar.

I sat down at the table and started to cool down. I sipped my water and stared at the little blue fish as I listened to Jinxx go to town on his guitar.

"I see the wheels turning CC, what are you thinking up now?" Jake asked me.

"Nothing much. Just thinking about getting a fish. They're just chill and cool looking." I told him.

"Uh huh. Don't steal the fish CC." Ash added.

Challenge accepted. Operation Echo is a go. Now to figure out how to smuggle him and his bowl out. I spotted my new drum. Perfect. Andy looked at me and grinned, he knew exactly what I was thinking.

[Jinxx's POV]

I finished my few takes on the song and got my gear put up.

"Can someone please make sure this stuff gets back home? I need to get going for my night out with Jess." I asked of no one in particular.


"I got you covered." Jake said walking to the booth.

"Thanks man!"

"Hey Jinxx, take Sammy's car. I'll ride back with the guys." Ronnie said sliding me keys across the table.

"I owe you one Radke." I grabbed the keys and bolted to the house.

I almost forgot about what I needed and made a quick stop at the store for some necessities. I got a text right before heading to the checkout.

Sammy Shortcake: We took over Jake's room to get her ready. Do not even think about peeking.

Before I could reply I got another text.

Riley: I hope you're as excited as she is for tonight.

Attached was a picture of Jess in a fluffy white robe in Jake's bathroom. She was sipping white wine and looked like she was laughing as Sammy pinned her hair up. She was so beautiful. I saved it and shot them a reply.

Jinxx: Girls, I am definitely as excited as she is! I won't try to peek, I promise.

I sent Jessa a message too.

Can't wait to see you in a little while. I've missed you so much today! I've got a special night planned for you babe. See you in a bit. - Jeremy

I got through the line and back home. I ran upstairs, dropped Sammy's keys by the bedroom door and when to get cleaned up. I pulled a pair of jeans out, along with a decent tank, leather jacket, and belt and boots to match. I should probably put some effort into my hair too. I went to grab my straightener and found it gone.

I opened the bedroom door and shouted down the hall. "RILES, I NEED TO DO MY HAIR!
BRING MY STUFF BACK PLEASE!"

I started putting on a little bit of eyeliner and smudging in a bit. I know we're already together, but I'm nervous. I heard a knock on the door.

"It's open and I'm decent."

Riley came in. "Damn Jinxx! You two are going to look hot as fuck tonight! Here's your stuff."

"Thanks Riley. Hey, is there anything you can spill the beans on. I don't want to let her down, in any way."

"Only because it's you will I break the best friend bond this once. She's head over heals in love with you and plans on telling you tonight."

"Hell yes! I was actually going to tell her the same thing."

"She may have mentioned picking up a sexy little outfit for after your date. The guys and I are going to a party at Sammy and Ronnie's, so you can have the place to yourselves."

"Haha! That was my next question. Thanks. You're an awesome friend to have."

"I'm going to help her finish. She'll be ready in twenty. Wait downstairs for her." Riley said walking out of the door.

My hair took no time at all. I quickly found myself nervously pacing in the living room waiting for my love to come down to me. I heard Jake's squeaky door open slowly.

"Jinxx, turn and face the windows. Riley and I worked hard on this masterpiece and want you to be surprised." Sammy yelled from the top of the stairs before she and Riley came down.

The cameras on their phones were going nuts. I'm glad they were taking pictures for us though. This is definitely a night I will remember. I didn't hear her come down the stairs, but smelled the sweet rose perfume she always wore. I felt her small hand on my shoulder and turned.

My jaw went slack and I was speechless.

"You owe me twenty bucks Sam." I heard Riley whisper.

"Jess, you look more than stunning." I managed to whisper to her.

"You're not so bad looking yourself Jeremy." She said placing a light kiss on my cheek.

I offered her my arm, "Shall we be on our way?"

She giggled and wrapped her arm around mine.

"Don't wait up for us girls!" She yelled before shutting the front door.

It seemed like we're both anxious, we nearly ran to my car. I opened her door and helped her in. Damn, I am one lucky son of a bitch! I made my way around and joined her.

"You look amazing Jessa. I am so lucky to have you." I kissed her blushing cheek and started the car.

"Where are we going Jeremy?"

"Somewhere quiet for dinner. It has amazing food, and they're giving us the best spot they have for the night. Then I thought we could go for a walk before heading home."

She took my hand and smiled, "Sounds awesome."

Our drive was quiet, each of us stealing sideways glances at the other. She kept biting the inside of her bottom lip and her feet were bouncing a bit.

"We're here." I said pulling up to the valet.

I walked to her side and up to the hostess. "Mr. Fergusson, nice to see you. Right this way."
We followed her through the restaurant and out to the lone table on the beach. Torches lit around our table and flowers everywhere.

"I hope everything is to your liking,Your first course will be out shortly."

I smiled to her, "Thank you."

I helped Jess to her seat and sat across from her as a waiter brought us each a glass of wine. I took her hand rubbing small circles on it with my thumb.

"I know I said it before, but you look more than stunning."

"You do too." She leaned across to kiss me.

Our first course arrived, forcing us apart.

"Jeremy, this is amazing. You didn't have to do all of this for me." She said taking a bite of her salmon cake.

I took a bite and thought a minute. "I did it with good reason."

"What would your reason be?" She half whispered.

"You'll find out soon enough." I smirked.

"You don't play fair my dear." She accused.

"Love and war are all one . . . It is lawful to use sleights and stratagems to . . . attain the
wished end" I quoted and took another bite.

"Don Quixote? Really Jeremy?"

I smiled and finished the last few bites. My subtle hint seemed to pass her by. The waiter cleared our plates and brought us another glass of wine before our salads. After we finished and our plates were cleared, a cellist came out. She smiled and looked at me.

I stood as a second man brought me my cello and left.We began to play Madness by Muse. Jessa's face lit up. I knew she was a fan of them, this song would let her know all the emotions I was feeling. She was lost in the emotion of the music. I could feel her green eyes never shifting from me.

When we finished she clapped and came half running to me. I passed off my cello and wrapped her in my arms, the other cellist kept playing softly.

"Thank you so much for that. It was... I have no words."

I bent down so our foreheads touched. "I'm glad you liked it. It kind of sums up how I've been feeling. I thought at first it was madness, but I realized, it is real love. I love you Jessa."

She was teary and her bottom lip trembled. I wiped the stray tears away and kept my hand on her cheek. She leaned into it as she looked into my eyes.

"Jeremy... I love you so much. Our love is madness."

I leaned in and kissed her with everything I had in me. I'm so glad I had one of the waitstaff hiding and filming this. I'll show it to her one day.

"Let's enjoy the rest of dinner, we'll pick back up on this when we get home." I whispered low.

We finished eating our main course as the sun was setting the rest of the way on the water.
Dessert came and went, we thanked the staff and went for a short walk on the beach.

"Jeremy, this has to be the best date I've ever been on." She said coming to a stop.

"I'm glad you liked it babe. I just wanted to show you how much you mean to me."

"Hear my soul speak: The very instant that I saw you, did my heart fly to your service."

Leave it to Jess to quote Shakespeare. I wrapped my arms around her and picked her up kissing her full lips, swinging her around. I fell back in the sand, my arms protecting her the whole time. We must have laid in the sand making out for half an hour. Things were getting a bit hot and heavy.

"What do you say we take this back home?" I asked out of breath.

"You took the thought right out of my mind." She laughed.

"Let me fix your makeup I messed up and we'll go."

We hastily walked back to the car.

"Even covered in sand, you're the most beautiful woman I've seen. I'm so glad I can call you mine." I said opening her door for her.

I could not wait for what was to come.

Notes

Smut in the next chapter!! My pinky promises!