"Oh wow. That was harsh" I say after witnessing that bitter exchange.

"Yeah, I think I pissed her off good. So, you think I'm making a mountain our of a mole hill?"

"No way, man. I think you're right. She can't flirt with guys if she's committed to you. She's just very independent and stubborn"

"I think I'm starting to see that more... but, I guess it's also something I'm just going to have to get used to."

"Well yeah, you can try and get used to it, but you just have ask yourself if it's worth all the effort"

"I can't have any doubts now. I mean, we just... forged a deep commitment to each other. I don't want to have to go to her and say that I can't do this anymore because I can't handle your lifestyle choice." as we walk out back to the car.

Just as we pulled away, my phone vibrated. Pulling it out, I read the text message.

A smile crossed my face, as I put the phone back in my pocket.

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I call round Natalie's once we finally finish in the studio. I've calmed down a little, but there were still things to be sorted out

"Hey" I say before giving him a light kiss

"Hey beautiful" putting my arms around her

"So, how'd it go today?'

"Painfully slow. I was such a clumsy butt. I thought Kevin was gonna kill me"

"Well, don't feel too bad, I got water spilled all over me today at lunch. Nothing like going to work all wet"

"Oh, you should have called me. I could have come and met you"

"And what would you have done? Uh?"

"Watched you get all wet"

"Right, uh huh... And nothing more?"

"Well, I would have done it perhaps, if you weren't having lunch with other guys" I say quietly

"How do you know who I ate with? Are you spying me?" getting defensive, wondering what his motives were

"No Natalie, I'm not spying on you. Brian and I happened to go to that cafe for lunch. We saw you and Charlie there" I pause "Looking quite comfortable with two other guys"

"Nick, it was just lunch. Those guys were just some friends of Charlie's from school, who decided to tag along. There's nothing to worry about"

"I don't trust other guys. I know what guys can be like. I used to be your typical guy before. It's just, it took...� I break off. "Look, it took us a while before we got together. I don't want anything to mess it up"

"Oh my gosh, are you afraid that someone's going to steal me away from you? Nick, I know things were a little complicated in the beginning. Even though we've only been together for a short time now, I'm happy being with you. I don't want to be with anyone else. Okay?" looking into his eyes

I take her in my arms and gently kiss her lips

"I'm sorry. Can you forgive me for being stupid?" "I suppose. Just don't do it again." giggling and messing up his hair

"Hey!" I shout and move my hands to her waist. "You messed my hair up and you have to pay for that"

" Oh really? What are you planning to do to me?" giggling

"Oh, I'm sure I'll think of something. Mind if I get myself a drink?"

"No, go ahead.."

Giving her a quick smile, I strut into the kitchen and pour myself a drink of juice, taking a little detour while I'm there.

After shutting down my computer, I decided to see what he was up to.

As she enters the kitchen, I smile at her. "Come here" I tell her, offering her my hand

" What? Do you need help?"

"Yeah, I want you to help fix my hair that you messed up" I say grinning at her

"Oh geez. Let me get a mirror and a comb"

"Very funny" I stick my tongue out. "I'm just gonna stay here and sulk"

"Your choice, but you look cute the way it is.." rolling my eyes and walk out of the kitchen.

"Hey" I call out after her. I follow her back into the lounge and catch her in my arms. "And I didn't even get a hug in the kitchen" I say pretending to look hurt

"Aww, you poor thing. Does this make you feel better?" giving him a hug

As I put my arms around her, I slip the ice cubes into her shirt

I scream and pull away as soon as the coldness hit my skin. "Nick, you little ..."

"Well, I warned you I'd get even" I laugh at her

Trying to shake the cubes out, " You call this even?" As I felt the cube land in my hand, I concealed it, before I tried to get him right back

"I'm too fast for you, babe"

I dodge her attack and grab her waist, pulling her down onto the sofa with me; I lick her lips affectionately. "You'll forgive me"

"Oh, will I? You sound sure of yourself" I say with a smile

I smile back at her. "You may need some gentle persuasion" I say slyly and pull her in for a sweet, lingering kiss

I loved teasing him just to get a reaction out of him. I never knew what I would get. That was the fun part. As his lips gently moved over mine, I could taste a slight hint of orange. It only made it that much sweeter. I was slightly disappointed, as he slowly pulled away. Putting my hand on his chest, I look into his eyes. "I definitely forgive you"