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your newest gifts? He couldtell his sister was grinning bitterly. Itwouldnt be a surprise if it was, I am that talented. But not this time. I justassumed that after knowing about your extended night yesterday. She saidcasually. Oh, the internet is reallyeffective. Theoconsidered what the hell she was talking about and then, like an answer, lookedat the photo still flashing in the screen. Oh God, no. Ninalaughed. Oh God, yes. She is reallygorgeous, Theo. But if you didnt want the world to know, why didnt you tellher so? You didnttell mom, did you? Theo asked desperately. If his momgot to know that, she would probably hunt Spring down and lock her in a closetuntil she could get all the information she wanted about her. Why do you think I would do that? Theo knewthe tone. He knew it too well. Cursing, hedropped his head in his hand. You told her. Why did you do it? Usually you tryto bribe me first. His sistersighed. Mom saw it too. She was with meat the time; we had just got to church. She started complaining about you notbeen there, asking If I had talked to you, the kids were complaining about howcome they had to wake up early if it was Sunday, you know how they can be. Ineeded to calm down or commit a sin inside the church, so I went to check myprofile on the phone and she noticed when I opened the picture. You know howshe notices everything. It was not my fault, sweety. Not this time. Yes, itwas. Theo accused and then took a deep breath. She will never stop crowdingme now. Im so fucked up. Theo, mind your words! Nina, Imnot sixteen anymore. I dont give a damn. She saidimpulsively and sighed again when he laughed. Look, no bad words are allowed in this house. Im having a bad timecontrolling my tongue, but I have to since Simon learned what shit meant.Hes driving me crazy. How arethe wild little devils? Theo asked, suddenly missing the two monsters hecalled nephews. The two are impossible as usual. Ninaanswered with a warmth just mothers would understand. But now, Theo, dont change the subject. I want to know who she is.Youre going to spill it later. He grunted.I dont remember agreeing to go. Oh, but you will. And one more thing: youshould prepare yourself. Im surprised mom hasnt called you yet. Theoexhaled. Im not surprised. Im worried. We just dont know what to expectfrom her. And when she is quiet, usually its worse. Have you told this girl of yours about theinsane family you have? Of coursenot. I want to keep her. Ninalaughed some more. Do you, now? Thatsnice to hear. She had never told him that, but she agreed with theirmother that Theo didnt seem fully happy. Iliked the way you were looking at her in the photograph. Is she special? Theo rolledhis eyes. Dont start, Nina. Ok. Mom will do that for me and I will knowit anyway. You never had the guts to say no to her. Yeah. AndI pay the
Link da musica: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DppBhl4_fJc Sexta Parte After thatweekend, Theo was having trouble going through the week without seeing Spring. OnWednesday, when she mentioned that she was going to do an audition for anotherMusical close to his office, Theo suggested to meet her so they could havelunch. He wasanxious all morning and his coworkers noticed that and started picking at him.His sister Nina had called earlier to see if he was available for lunch becauseshe was meeting a client close by; she was an accountant. Theo declined andafter losing the battle and revealing his plans with Spring, Nina picked at himtoo. Theodecided it was not his day when he saw Dale getting out of the elevator. He wasan engineer and their firms usually worked together. His sister met him throughTheo actually and even if he really considered his brother-in-law his best friend,he couldnt bring himself to be happy that he was there. He knewDale would catch up with the days gossip soon. Trying toavoid some more probing, Theo went to a colleagues table so they could study theprogress he had done with the condominium project. He checked his watch after abit, noticing it was still half an hour so he could meet Spring. When hiscolleague called his attention, he apologized and focused back on his work. The suddenrush of voices around made both men look up. Theo turned his head and noticedthat his coworkers were looking past the door. He looked that way and his mouthfell open. Spring was in front of the elevators chatting with Dale and laughing.She washearing high heels and a tight dark blue dress. Her hair fell over hershoulders to her waist and for a minute Theo joined the others stupor andstood there staring at her in an awe. She turned her head, saw him and smiled. Dale saidsomething else to her, and then started leading her inside. For theglint in his eyes, he had already heard about the gossip. Look who I foundhere, Theo! You dont have to gnaw your nails anymore! Theo threwa look at him while around everybody laughed, including Spring with no shame.She bided everyone Good afternoon and received Great afternoon in response. He went tomeet her halfway. Hey. What are you doing here? Werent we supposed to meet atthe restaurant? Theaudition ended early so I thought to come meet with you here. Is that okay? Ofcourse. He put an arm around her waist possessively. We can go. Thatsfine, Theo. I noticed you were busy. I can wait. Ill befast. She smiled.Take your time. Now, you didnt kiss me hi. He touchedhis mouth to hers and there were a few whistles around. Just ignore them. Springcaressed his cheek. Ill wait for you outside. Thats notnecessary at all. Plenty of room here, isnt it right guys? His coworker Jamesannounced. Plenty ofroom. The response came. Jamesapproached and brought her hand to his mouth. Go finish your deal, Theo. Welltake care of her. I dontthink so. Jamesgrinned at Spring. Seems to me your man is a bit worried. Maybe you canreassure him? We dont bite. Mostly. In spite
ofTheo growling, Spring was having fun. Im sure youre all real gentlemen. Iwill accept the invitation for company, but I can take care of myself. Anothercoworker said. Pity. Theo shookhis head and kept his arm around Spring. I dont like this. She kissedhim again. Stop fretting, theyre just being nice. And my jobis to guarantee that they wont be extranice. He grunted bitterly. Jamesinclined his head. Cool down, Theo, were all red-blooded here. You cantblame a man for looking at a beautiful woman. Theonarrowed his eyes. Cant I? Try me. Dalechuckled. Brother-in-law, who knew youd be such a pain in the ass whenjealous, uh. Now thats what were going to do. Im going to take this beautyhere... He circled an arm around Springs shoulders. And keep her under mycareful watch. If one of them at least look at anywhere down her pretty face,Ill let you know. How is that sound? Can youstop them from looking at her pretty face too? Theo asked. Dalegrinned. Not even God could do that, my friend. In thatcase... Theo sighed and grabbed Springs chin. Ill be super fast. Go, Theo.You have already lost time. Come, mydear. Come sit beside me and far away from these wolves. Dale clutched hershoulders. They wentto sit and Spring insisted for him to go on with his work. She didnt want tointerfere at all. When Dalecaught her looking across the room to where Theo was, he smiled and said. Hestotally crazy about you. And as Im his best friend, you must believe me. Spring turnedher head toward him. Im crazy about him too. *** Youre socute when youre jealous. Spring murmured when they seating at the restaurantand Theo still had the mad expression going on. He shookhis head and stared at the menu. Im not cute. And I was not jealous. Hun. Look. Hesnapped and she smirked. I just dont like having my colleagues dribbling allover my girlfriend. Can you blame me? Am I yourgirlfriend? Arentyou? Springlaughed. That sounds so high school. Lover,then. Thatsfine. I can do both. She couldnt bring herself to stop being amused by him.Youre truly something, Theo. You know? He sighedand took her hand. Im sorry, I was jealous. Really?Im shocked. He gave hera small smile. Smart-ass. He brushed her knuckles lightly, first with hisfinger and then with his mouth. I missed you. She melted.I missed you too, baby. And when Isaw you it got worse. Whats with the dress? I guess that was what got meworked up. In both ways. I try toput on an appearance for auditions. Did you like it? Her smile wasmischievous. I guessyou know the answer for that. Afterflirting a bit more, they finally ordered and soon they were eating. What isthe Musical you did the audition for? Theo asked after a while. Hairspray.Did youget it? Sheshrugged. I dont know, usually they take a few days before calling. I guess Idid fine. Probably alot more than fine. Springsmiled. Thanks. She checked her watch. How much time we have left? I guess Ican spare more twenty. Are you free this afternoon? Mostly.Just not when
I have to go to rehearsal. Today Im free. Lets have some icecream! Theogrinned to her excitement. You look like a little kid. When itcomes to ice cream, Im worse, pal. Youll learn all about it. Lets go now!She got upin a hurry. *** They gottheir ice creams. Spring had the chocolate one and Theo the strawberry one. Heput an arm around her waist as they walked and Spring moaned her satisfactionwhile licking her cone. Both ofyour nephews are wrong. Ice cream is the best thing in the whole wide world. He smirkedand threw her a provocative look. I tend to disagree. Shechuckled and nodded. Okay. Second best. She sighed in contentment and broughther head to his shoulder. Marvelous day, isnt it? It is. Ihave you right here with me. Oh, Theo...Dont saythe word starting with c or Ill scream, I swear. Springlaughed again. See? You know youre, I dont even have to say it anymore. Thats notit at all. I say the things I say because I want you to know how you make mefeel. He stopped walking and she lifted her head to look at him. I love you,Spring Hurricane. The smile startedin her eyes, the emotion almost exploding in them before her lips curved widelyshowing white, beautiful teeth. Spring pushed her feet to the ground becauseshe really felt she was going to flow with the wind. You do? Shetouched his cheek and grinned, wider and wider, until it seemed the wholestreet was alive with it. I thought... I was the one rushing with things. If theresrush, were both responsible. She laughedaloud. Then in a surprising movement, she threw her ice cream in a garbage canclose by and did the same with his. Spring put her arms around him and kissedhim deeply. He wasgrinning too. You threw your ice cream away. Screw it.I love you. She kissed him again and damning the people around staring atthem, circled his hip with her legs. Love you, Love you, Love you! He startedlaughing. You know, were doing a PDA here. HollyGoodness... An old lady murmured disapprovingly while she passed by them. Springstared at her. What? Have you ever loved someone? I suppose not as you dontknow a thing about it! Lets go,Spring. Theo put her on the ground again as the old lady went away throwingthem dirty looks. Before we get arrested. Were notdoing anything. Yet. She grinned sinly. I dont knowif I can control myself around that dress of yours any longer. And I have to goback to work. Theo kissed her forehead. You could come to my place tonight.Finish this chat of ours, you know. Well, Icould. Youre going to reward me? He smiled.You can bet on it. Fine,then. I will take the dress. She winked. He couldnthelp the chuckle and brushed a lock of hair from her face. What are you doingfor the Holidays? Fourth ofJuly? I dont know yet. Thats weeks away still. My motheralways throws this whole party for the relatives and everybody. Maybe if youwant to go? With your parents and all? Id loveto. Great.Thats a date
then. Thatcertainly is. She touched her lips to his and he hugged her. I do haveto get back to work. He said but didnt let her go. Yes, youdo. I dontwant to. Take me back to your place and tie me to the bed. Springchuckled hard. God, Theo. Im going to have this on my mind for the wholeafternoon. Come on, everybody has responsibilities. Were going to see eachother tonight. He shookhis head in misery. Too far away. She grabbedhis face, kissed him again and again. I know, baby. But that increases theemotion. Go now. I dont want you to get in trouble because of me. One morekiss. He said and stole five ones. She wasgrinning. Missing you already. Am too. I loveyou. Theosmiled. I really like the sound of that. He kissed her a last time. I loveyou. Till tonight. Yes. Seeyou later, handsome. He lookedso sincerely devastated as he walked away that Spring laughed to herself. She put ahand to her chest and breathed deep. Spring considered herself lucky becauseshe was in a time of her life when things started happening at last, professionallyspeaking. Theprofession she had chosen was not a stable one and thats why she knew thatthere would be times when things would be really hard. She thought that maybethe reason for her happiness toward the small things regarding her career wasexactly that. And she would need the satisfaction of those things when roughtimes came. She had herparents, yes, and her friends. The close ones and some that she met rarely, butwas very fond of. She had herself, of course, and her faith. But the differentfactor was what the destiny had brought to her. Destiny, luck, God, she didntknow. Nonesatisfaction or happiness in the other aspects of her life could compare to thefeeling which the cute guy who had just walked away brought to her. And what itrepresented. XxXxXxXxXxXxXxXx Three weeks later. Look, AuntSpring, look! Kevin tugged at her dress impatiently to show his brand-newairplane. I can fly in it! Wanna see? It wouldhave been nice to see him trying, but not actually safe. Some other time,maybe? You dont want to miss the fireworks, do you? No! He shookhis head fiercely. Ok. Another time. Im gonna show it to Lucy, she said shewanted to see it! The littleboy started after Springs mother with a purpose without a second thought.Spring laughed after him, liking the boy more and more. Suesbackyard was full with people, chairs and food. Relatives, neighbors, friends.Theo had forgotten to mention how crowded it would be. But she wasnt reallysurprised. Sue was the kind of person who appreciated a full house and a goodchance to please her guests. There sheis. George, Springs father, approached her with Travis by his side. You willnot believe it! Travis has a small lake-house outside the city. He said he willtake me there fishing. Can you imagine it? Ive not fished in... About fiveyears. You dont let me forget that, Dad. Spring said amused and winked atTravis. He wont get out of your hair until youve fulfilled your promise. I canhandle
it. Travis smiled. And its been a long time since I had a fishingpartner. I never could convince Sue to like it. Too much time in a single spot, she says. Women.George rolled his eyes unconscious to the fact that his wife had come up behindhim. What do they know? Excuse me? Lucy arched a brow. Georgecursed and turned around with a Im-the-love-of-your-life-dont-you-forget-thatsmile. Hello, darling. What are you doing sneaking out behind people like that?You couldve given me a heart attack. If only Iwas that lucky. She said dryly and left. Georgesighed. See you later. And went after her. Yourparents are great. Travis was clearly holding a chuckle. Your mom seems to bekind of tough, though. Springgrinned. That she is. She touched the beer in his hands and winked at him onemore time. Careful. Sue has spies everywhere. She turnedto leave, but heard him saying Dont I know it... Spring saw Theo playing withSimon close to the back door. She was stopped by a few people along the way,everyone wanting a piece of information on Theos woman, but eventually shegot there. Theo liftedhis head and grinned wickedly at her, while holding analmost-blue-but-chuckling-Simon upside down. Hi, baby. How are you? Very well,thank you. Your Grandma asked me again if I had already picked the dress. Sheinsisted on saying that it had to be white, other color wont do at all. Theogroaned. Pressure everywhere. Sorry. For what?She is a very gentle and giving old lady. She maneuvered with a smile andstared at now-blue-and-laughing-hard-Simon. Holding up there, arent you? The boystruggled to breathe, but was that was the only struggling he did. I made abet with Uncle Theo. If I can stay here until his arms get tired, I get to haveone date with you. He paused for breath and added. Im gonna win. Theo staredat her. See? Cheated by my own blood. Youre a gypsy, Spring. Charming all menin the family. Extremelypleased, Spring crouched down until her face was in front of his. Tell youwhat. If you quit now, Ill leave Theo sleeping one night and elope with you. What iselope? She fussed withhis hair. Run away. Thats our deal: grow up, get a job and well run awaytogether. His eyes sparkled.I can get a job now. Im big already. I knowthat. Youre a bright, brave young man. She kissed his cheek and stood up,eyeing her man disapprovingly. Let go of him, Theo. Hes already purple. Whatkind of uncle are you? Im justfighting for my girl. He said simply and eased Simon on the ground. There yougo. Learn not to get into bets with me, boy. Simon shookhis head and said to Spring. Ill get a job. He ran intothe house screaming for his mother. Theo caughther by the waist and kissed her. I love you. Springrefused to be charmed. Theo, he couldve gotten hurt. No, Iwouldnt let it happen. But I had to protect you, love. What if you decided hewas more suited than me? Because hehad a serious look on his face, she laughed and put her arms around his neck.I would
prefer an eight-year-old, of course. You didnt stand a chance. Who knew?He grinned and touched his mouth to hers again. Im not taking unnecessaryrisks. Oh, onlyyou, really. When theyheard the noise, Theo tugged at her hand. Come. Its starting. Everybodyhad stopped what they were doing to watch. The Fourth of July fireworks lightedup the sky like nothing else. Spring felt Theos arms around her and relaxedwhile paying attention. She felt safe, loved and cherished. It was the bestFourth of July she had ever had. All because of him. He shiftedbehind her after a few minutes and she noticed that he had gotten tense. Turning,she stared at him and he had a weird look. Whats it, baby? He watchedher for a bit and then breathed deep. Ive been thinking... She startedto worry. What? If you letme explain. He smiled sweetly and she nodded, looking scared. Suddenly Theowanted to laugh. I thought that maybe you could consider my Grandmasbabblings. And as it happens... He searched quickly in his back pocket and cameup with a little box. Spring gasped. I have this thing here. He took hertrembling hand and put the box at her palm. What do you say, Spring Hurricane?Wanna pick the white dress? Shecouldnt breath. She could not find the oxygen she needed. Spring staredalarmingly at him and looked around. Everybody was staring at them. Everysingle person. They must have known all along. They must have. Theo... Open it.He suggested softly. She didnthave to. She knew what it was in it. Tiffanys.Those little red boxes meant only one thing. She opened it anyway. The cute little ring winked back at her with itssingle diamond sparkling. Spring feltthe tears bursting in her eyes. Are you sure? We know each other a little morethan a month. Yes. She feltthe panic rising with the certainty in his eyes. What if you dont like myfood? What if you get bored with the classic music I listen to in the morning?What if I snore? What if... Spring.He brushed her cheek. We already live together. Then he smiled. And Im theone who snores. Childhood problem. But Imoved into your apartment a week ago. What if you change your mind? What if youget angry with me when Im between jobs and the money is short? What if... What ifyou say yes and we see about the rest? She nipped ather lip. Im not letting you go, Theo. Divorce doesnt exist for me. Once saidand its for the rest of our lives. Thatswhat Im asking. He looked at her with such intensity that she felt her bonesliquefy. Marry me, Spring. A tearescaped her eye and she smiled. Yes. Then she laughed hard and hugged him.Yes, Ill marry you! Oh. ThankGod... Sue cried aloud along with her daughter Nina. Theykissed, and kissed, and kissed until someone screamed that he had to put thering on her finger to make it official. Theogrinned at her. True. Everybodywatched as the ring slipped perfectly around her finger. She shookher hand for everyone to see it. It fits! How did you know, Theo? I measuredthe size when
you were asleep. He kissed her cheek. You sleep like a rock, bythe way. I had to take advantage of that. Shechuckled. Youre a slick one, arent you. Yes, I am.Now come here again. I want to kiss my fiancee one more time before my mothertakes you away. Shes just waiting for you to shift an inch and she will be onyour hair about flowers, wedding list, dresses, and all this stuff you talkabout. You haveto participate in each conversation. She announced grinning mischievously. Theo sighed.Baby, I dont have the patience for this. And do youthink I have? But I dont want to hurt my mother-in-laws feelings, though. Andif I have to suffer, youll do it too. He caressedher back. Thats a couple-thing, right? Sharing good and bad stuff. Exactly.And you better be a great husband. She kissed his neck and licked his earlobe,making him groan. And Ill be the best wife. Im sureyou will. Spring,can you come here a second? Sue asked impatiently, seeing that they wouldntget apart soon. Springlaughed. Gotta go. Theo kissedher. Ill be right behind you. Promise. Hurry.She asked pleadingly, gaining a chuckle from him. I love you, Mr. Coleman. I love youtoo, soon-to-be Mrs. Coleman. He watchedher approach his mother and then called her. Spring? She turnedaround. Yes? You gottwo weeks. I cant wait any longer. Sue complainedthat it wasnt enough time, Nina rolled her eyes saying that men always wantedto do things their way and Lucy shook his head, as if it was the most absurd nonsenseshe had ever heard. Theo didnt notice any of this. His girlsmiled at him, mouthed Ill do my best and threw him a kiss. Theo smiledback. He would marry the most fascinating woman on the planet and he was luckyshe loved him right back. Everything was right with world. He was notone of those people he considered normal-contented anymore. Steady job, steadyrelationship, steady life. Spring was unconventional, loving and truly amazing.There wasnt any routine with a person who surprised you everyday. Contentmentwas too tamed a word, too limited a feeling when she was involved. His lovefor Spring grew each day; broke boundaries every time. And thanks to her, sodid his happiness. THE END