"What is it my love?" He pulled her in closer and stroked her hair his gentle touch soothing. He closed his eyes for a moment dreaming about the wedding day but quickly opened it to listen to Annika.

"I-i dont know if I can go back... Father would definately be the reason I would go back, but util then I have to stay. I need to clear thing up between Penton and I..." She lowered her eyes to the floor

Chris straightened his back and stood up. He paced the room his mind in deep thought, -I want to stay here with Annika but she needs to work things out and without my presence, besides i need to be home before my brother ruines everyhting- he paused standing very still, "I.....I need to go home...... I need to figure some things out and so do you but here" he slowly walked back over to the bed and sat down beside Annika, "I'll come and visit when I can, your father will be busy orgainsing the wedding with my parents, you can focus on your dream dress, and I can work things out with my family" Breathing in deeply he sighed and looked across the room. He hated seperation but it wouldnt be for too long, hopefully.

Annika nodded slowly. "When will you be leaving?" She asked, keeping her emotions in check. she leaned her head against Chriss shoulder and watched the moon begin to cross the horison. the stars began to glow faintly

Me realising i didnt have a ring xD )

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Chris watched the ground and replied, "Tomorrow morning". He moved his hand to be around her and sighed deeply. Reaching into his pocket he pulled out a diamond ring, "This is for you" he slipped it onto her hand and admired it.

(bahahhah)

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"oh... thats soon..." she whispered. When he took her hand she gasped "oh its beautiful!"

He sighed, "Well the quicker I go the quicker I can come back" he smiled and laughed at Annika. "I need to be getting to my room to pack up a few belongings, I'll see you in the morning"

"oh alright. " she waved him off then snuggled into the blankets, dreading the hours until he would leave

Chris packed a few belongings into his bag and set them by the door. He washed his face and placed on a pair of pj's. Crawling into bed he was soon fast asleep.

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Later that morning he made his way down to the dining room where the family was gathered, "I'm needed back home so i've come to say goodbye for now" his voice cracked and he cleared his throat, "I will be back shortly" he smiled at Annika's mother and bowed slightly at Penton before turning to Annika, "I'll see you soon"

Annika watched with increasing sadness as Chris said his goodbyes. She hugged him then pulled away. "Stay safe please" She begged. Penton watched the interaction between the two and he sighed. her Mother dipped her head in response "Stay safe dearie" she said.