CHAPTER SEVEENTEEN: ADVENTURES ROSE (4)

Love, as we all know can be likened as a profoundly tender, passionate affection for another person. Like they say, there is never a time or place for true love. It happens accidentally, in a heartbeat, in a single flashing, throbbing moments. The cart was approaching the fun fair but none of them realized it as they were both caught up in their feelings, deep in their thoughts, no one saying a word, one could possible hear the chipping of the birds as far away as within the woods. Their souls understood this moment, as they sat quietly and enjoyed each other’s company.

The area designated for the fair was a large ground, situated at the outskirt. It could be seen at the east downside of the lounge at the hill, this was an area where carnivals and large events takes place, to accommodate a vast number of the community. Loud music and screams could be heard from the cable way above it. This loud entertainment cut Aurora’s attention, though it was still far away, the experience could be heard from where they were. She scrambled off Neville even though he was grumpy about her separating, but she wanted to see the entire fair from the air. She released herself from his claws, as she knelt down on the chair towards the fun fair. Neville even though he was still grumpy about her detangling from their moment, he joined her on his knees to see this view. He had seen this view several times, so it wasn’t a new thing for him, but seeing how enthusiastic Aurora was about seeing it, it lightening him up. At that moment she her childish nature was portrayed, eager and excited to see the view. This excitement rubbed off on Neville, as the so himself also excited to see a view that he had seen several times. The show light could be seen from a distance, the tent and glitters could also be sighted. The entire ground was lighted, it was really colorful, balloons were flying everywhere, and laughter could be heard from way above. The entire fair could scrap off any form of sorrow from earth, if it was possible, it created a soothing feeling, a feeling that there seems to be no worries in life, just joy and laughter.  The cable connection went through the fair ground, from the cart Aurora saw kids laughing, youths chatting away, games were played, prizes were won. All she so was the thousand stuffs she could do for fun here. She was beaming ear to ear, couldn’t wait for the cart to come to an end.

“I love this space”, she said clapping her hands

“These so much one could do down here”, she added

This whole day was her idea date; she couldn’t imagine the possibilities of having such a date earlier. Neville loved the feeling he got at this moment, he seemed like he had just won a trophy. Granting Aurora her idea date was a bit difficult, but he felt proud this instance.

“It was worth it”, he said under his breath staring at her.

The cable went through an enchanted that seems to be the final stop in the fair. Aurora unable to hold in her feelings grabbed Neville hands and went straight towards the door. Neville couldn’t complain, he followed putt. He was excited that she awoken the child in him and it was ready to have his best day yet. They got down the cart, went off to join the queue that led to the entrance of the fair, they paid their entrance fee, bought their tickets for the different activities and went straight in. Aurora was grateful for her choice of clothing, as well as Neville’s, as they able to blend into the crowd and not looking out of place. Aurora walked all the way to the center of the fair dragging Neville behind her; she turned around, taking in the whole place, with her eyes shut. As soon as it was opened, she asked Neville;

“So, where are we starting from?”  With her eyes glaring at him.

“Anywhere you wish to, it’s all about what you want”, he responded smiling at her.

“Can we ride everything here?” she asked putting on a puppy dog eyes.

“In as much as I would love to grant that desire of yours”, he replied.

“We both know that’s not feasible” he added.

Not like she didn’t know it wasn’t possible but she just wanted to give asking a try. Fucking a sad expression, she said;

“I know, so which ride do we start from?”

There lots of ride to pick from, he thought which ones he felt Aurora will the most. Since she loves some form of competition, he decided to start with the locomotive floating ride. He did have an edge over her, since he had been here before, but he knew she was a fast learner. He held her hands, and laced in his finger into hers.

“You don’t have to drag me round the fair like a puppy”, he said staring at her.

“We could just walk side by side like everyone else”, he added.

She knew what she was driving then she acted that way; she was trying to protect his image. She didn’t want some business partner or someone who knows him, thinking they were an item.

“I didn’t want people thinking we were an item”, she responded with her eyes shut.

“I don’t see anything wrong with that”, he answered.

Aurora acted like she didn’t hear that, she didn’t want to raise her hopes too high and then it all comes crushing down.

“So where’s the route to our first ride”, she diverted the discussion.

Neville noticed what she did and acted so cool.

“It’s this way”, he said leading to the direction of the activity.

Aurora was so tired by the time she was done with all the activities Neville lined up for her. She didn’t want to imagine how exhausted she would have been if she went through with her initial plan of experiencing all of the activities within the fair. They stopped by a vendor to get some sacks and drinks as well as to catch their breath. 

“I love this baby doll you won for me” she said.

“I am so naming it after you”, she said, and then both laughed.

She kept seeing different sides of Neville, she enjoyed it each time he let himself loose and vulnerable around her.

“So, what did you think about the lined I had for you?” he asked bringing her out of her thoughts.

She had splendid rides and lots of activities, she enjoyed the climbing of the artificial low hill they did, and the splashing rollercoaster was one she did never forget, or was it the devil’s ride. Oh! That one was very risky, she’s one for adventure but that was totally off her list. She enjoyed they got in between. Her favorite would be the under tunnel ride, where they rode in a boat through an enchanted forest. It felt like the magical forest back home, she felt at home within the tunnel. She thought maybe some of the founder’s essence was used in making it more enchanted. She loved every part of his line up, not just because it was fun but because she had to experience it with him.

“Your lineup was perfect, I couldn’t have thwarted it”, she responded.

He felt so much pride after hearing this, he wanted the best for her and he was happy he could meet her expectation.

“Let me let you on, on something”, he said

“I have been here several times, but I haven’t had this much fun in my life”, he added

Aurora felt the joy rushing up from beneath, she was happy she could him something no one need given to him.

“I am happy I could be of help”, she answered squeezing his hands and giving him a soft smile.

“Now we’ve got to go”, she added

They were way behind time, and they had to leave if they both wish to get to the office tomorrow. In as much as they wouldn’t want this moment to end, but needs to have an end. They took the cables going back up to the hill where Neville’s car was parked. They never said a word all through the journey up, they snuggled into each other all through it. When they got up there, Neville helped her out and led her to the car, on reaching there he said;

“The night doesn’t have to end if we don’t want it”

Aurora didn’t understand what he meant because they both got work tomorrow, but she was waiting on his plan.

“I am way too tired to have this long ride and so are you”, he added.

“So I am proposing we sleep in the car and then drive back home first time at dusk”, he concluded. 

She knew he was right and that plan was the right one, plus she didn’t want the night to end, so she went along with it.

Neville prepared the car for the night, stretched out the seats so as it would be comfortable for them. They laid in the car staring at the stars in the skies, chatting on random stuffs.

“I went more Aurora” Neville said catching her off guard.

“I went more of this; I want us to more than just business partner or friends”. He added

“I want something real and deep as we have felt it throughout the day”, he concluded.

Aurora was stunned at his confession and she knew he was being real. She shuttered at words to say, she wasn’t certain what was right. This is what she has been searching for, it’s right in front of her but she can’t seem to have an answer to him. Neville noticed her confusion and didn’t want to put so much pressure on her, he said;

“You don’t have to give me an answer now”, smiling

“I just had to put it out there, I know you feel the same way”, he concluded.

Aurora was relieved, she had the best night of her life and fate had dropped at her feet, her heart desire. All she wanted to do was to sleep; she had had enough for a day. Neville asked her to come over to his seat, he carried her as they cuddled and watched the stars till they both fell asleep.

“You open your heart knowing that there’s a chance it may be broken one day and in opening your heart, you experience a love and joy that you never dreamed possible. You find that being vulnerably is the only way to allow your heart to feel true pleasure that’s so real it scares you. You find strength in knowing you have a true friend and possibly a soul mate who will remain loyal to the end. Life seems completely different, exciting and worthwhile. Your only hope and security is in knowing that they are part of your life” – Bob Marley.