We reach the fair after awhile, our bodies dry from swimming in the lake and goofy smiles plastered onto our faces. For the first time since I got here, I feel genuinely happy, here, with Johnny.

Johnny grabs my hand and pulls me over to a game booth and laughs lightly, turning to look at me. My face heats up and I give his hand a small squeeze, causing him to smile more than he already was.

"What do you want Ponyboy, I'll do my best to win it for you," Johnny says happily. "Promise."

My eyes look at the prizes and I hum in thought before settling one. I point to the prize and he nods his head, letting go of my hand, much to my dismay. 

Johnny hands the person running the booth some money and in turn, he was given three darts. I stand next to Johnny happily and sway side to side softly.

"You got this Johnny, I know you can do it," I tell him. "Just focus."

He tosses the first dart lightly and hits right under a balloon, a whine escaping his lips as he pouts. I laugh at him and he turns to me, giving his best set of puppy eyes and instantly, I just wanted to hug him.

"You got it Johnny, I just know it," I encourage.

Johnny turns back to the board and tosses the dart, hitting a balloon right in the center and popping it. I jump slightly from the loud noise, Johnny turning to me again.

"I did it Ponyboy," Johnny cheers. "Did you see it? Did you see it?"

"Of course I did! You did great," I tell him.

Johnny turns back to the board once again and tosses his last dart, popping another balloon. He giggles and jumps up, almost immediately pointing to the stuffed animal I picked out and the guy gave it to him.

I grin widely as Johnny hands it to me and I hold it tight in my hands. Johnny grabs my hand again, looking around.

"The suns going down," Johnny yells. "I know just the ride to go on! It'll look amazing!"

"Alright Johnny, lead the way," I say happily.

He grins and pulls me off over to a line, standing there and waiting. Johnny still holds my hand tight and hums.

"What ride is the line for," I ask.

"The ferris wheel. Near the end of the day, you get such a good view of the sunset. It's incredible, and when the stars come out, it's even better!"

"I like the sound of that," I tell him. "I really do."

After awhile of waiting, we finally make it to the front and the person running the ride gives us an odd look with our intertwined fingers. I paid him not mind and got on the ride with Johnny, a smile on my face.

The lady put the bar on the ride down and goes back to her station, pressing a button and the ride moves up just a little, letting another set of riders on. Johnny squeezes my hand softly and giggles.

"This is so exciting," Johnny says squirming. "I've never been on the ferris wheel with a person before."

"That's what friends are for Johnny," I say. "I'll always be here for you when you need me... No matter what, no matter what it takes."

"That's awful sweet Ponyboy... It means the world to me, really it does," Johnny says looking at me.

Just as we reach the top of the ferris wheel, it stops and the sun is just barely up. I look out at the sunset in awe and Johnny does the same.

(Is it cliche yet?)

"This is amazing," I say softly. "You really were right. The sunset is great from up here."

"I told you, it's really a sight to see," Johnny says softly.

I look over at him and smile softly, seeing the light on his skin. He looks back at me and giggles softly, giving me a toothy smile.

He really did look perfect right now, and I wasn't afraid to admit it to myself. Johnny was a masterpiece...

Johnny slowly stops giggling and leans in slightly, an almost serious expression on his face. I lean in slowly as well, a blush dusting my cheeks.

We were barely an inch apart now, I could feel his soft breathing on me. Finally, our lips connected gently and for a moment, I swear my heart was going to come out of my chest.

Johnny tilts his head to the side slightly, still pressing his lips against mine. I press back softly, loving the feeling of his lips against mine.

Ever so slowly, we break apart and Johnny's face is a tomato, even if the sun was set, I just knew. I peck his lips again softly before giggling.

"W-wow," he murmurs. "T-that was..."

"Amazing," I ask hopefully.

"T-that and so much more," Johnny says softly. "I never imagined my first kiss being like this... Never with a boy but it was fantastic."

"R-really," I ask.

"Mhm," he hums, resting his head on my shoulder. "Really."

I smile softly and look at him, the ride slowly coming to an end. We get off the ride and I lead him to the exit.

"Let's get you home," I say. "Yeah?"

Johnny nods slightly, the energy in him was now gone. I hold his hand and lead him home, stepping onto his front porch quietly.

"Alright Johnny, goodnight," I say softly. "And here.."

I place a light kiss on his forehead, listening to him giggle softly. He kisses my cheek in return and I pull him into a light hug.

"Thank you for making me feel special," Johnny murmurs. "I hope we can do something like that again."

"Of course cutie, anytime you want," I tell him. "How about you come over to my house tomorrow?"

"I'd like that," Johnny says tiredly. "What time?"

"I'll walk over here and pick you up around 1, sound good," I ask.

"Perfect."

I pull away from our hug slowly and kiss his forehead again. He pouts slightly.

"Alright you, up to bed and try not to miss me too much," I joke.

"But I'll miss you a lot," Johnny says quietly.

"Well I only live down the road, if you need me, my room is upstairs, facing your house. Toss a small rock and I'll open it and come see you," I tell him. "Promise."

He nods and lets go of me, slowly opening his door. I blow him a kiss and walk down the steps, walking to my house.

"Ponyboy where have you been," Darry asks. "It's almost 10 o'clock and we didn't know where you were!"

"I'm fine Darry, I was with Johnny," I say holding the stuffed animal he won me. "He lead me around town."

"Oh alright... As long as your okay."

"I'm perfect..."

I had a lovesick smile on my face and I walked up the stairs to my room, setting my bear on the bed. Changing quickly, I hope in bed and hold my stuffed animal close to me.

"I'm just in love is all..."

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How was this?

I'm actually really really happy with how this came out! I love it so so so much!