Damian's POV

While y/n and myself packed up the leftovers from lunch Demi got water for the dogs while Matt had kindly taken the trash to the bins before taking it to the curb for us.

"Luis. Y/N," Demi looks at us "Can I ask something?"

"Depends. I mean no we won't kill anyone," y/n smirks and Demi rolls her eyes.

"I'm serious," she looks at us.

" Sis. Ask already!" I said.

"The bed thing. When did that change?!" she inquiries.

Y/N let out a laugh as she drank her iced water with lemon.

"That was your question?! And you questioned me about if Ginger was wearing white," I tease.

"Yeah. I'm curious. I know how you two got into massive amounts of trouble when y/n and you accidentally fell asleep together in the same bed back when you were seventeen," she shoved her hands into her pockets and pouts lightly as she stares at her feet.

"Luis. You apologize," y/n sternly warns.

"Okay. I'm sorry if I hurt your feelings. But to answer your question. We finally convinced them to allow us to share a bed New Years Eve 2001. We literally had both turned eighteen months prior with this one," I drape an arm across y/n's shoulders "Being my older woman," y/n raised an eyebrow at me.

"You really love to rub that in huh Luis Berrios," she teased her lips pursed.

"Fuck yeah. I scored an older woman who always said she wouldn't date someone younger than her," I bent and we are nose to nose she fought smiling.

She met my eyes, a smile tugging on her lips even as she fought it and I grin at her and her fight was lost as she smiles before rolling her eyes "Respect your elders," she teased pecking my lips "Even if I am only twenty-eight days older."

I chuckle as I wrapped my arms around her pressing a quick kiss to her lips as she wrapped her arms around my neck. As we peck each other's lips as I bent y/n's backwards lightly.

Demi clears her throat. We both laugh as I stood up pulling y/n to an upright position.

"Lo sentimos," we said as y/n wipes away the Killing me Softly from my lips. (We're sorry)

"You're forgiven," she smirks as Matt came in shaking his head.

"You have some weird neighbors," he laughs "Some lady accused me of stealing your garbage."

"Corrine," we said.

"She's harmless but is awfully peculiar when it comes to trash," y/n explained "Best to ignore her."

"Enough about trash. Can we please get to the story now?!" begs Demi.

Tuesday, June 28, 2005

Waking up that afternoon. Y/N is still sound asleep by me. A soft small smile on her face. I was wondering what could make her smile like that. I smile myself as I rubbed my face and groan before stretching as I did so I accidentally woke y/n up.

"Lo siento mi amiga," I whispered. (I'm sorry my friend)

"No te preocupes, amigo mío," she murmured as she rubs her eyes and stretched "What time is it?" (Don't worry, my friend.)

"Twelve thirty. How did you sleep?" I inquire.

"Like a rock," she giggles as she laid on her side looking at me "You?" she relaxed onto her arm. I laid on my back but turned my face to hers.

"Same but I was more of a boulder," I smirk.

Y/N rolls her eyes but giggles lightly "Luis. You're a dork. I love you but you are a dork," she smiles shaking her head.

" I love you too," I smile leaning over and kissing her forehead as a knock came on the door before it opens and my pops pokes his head in. As y/n rolled to her back.

" Um you two planning on getting up soon?" he questioned.

"Be up soon pops," I smile "Just woke up."

" I have to go out for a bit. Try not to burn the house down," he said.

"I will try not," I chuckle.

" I can make food Señor Martínez. I'm a pretty safe chef. Well unless it comes to knives," y/n smiles.

"Okay you're in charge of cooking and Luis you cut whatever y/n's needs," Pops chuckled.

" You got it sir," y/n smiles.

"Be good," he warned as he left the room.

Y/N turned her head to me "Probably should get up," she softly spoke.

"You're right," I nod.

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Downstairs.....

Y/N had popped in one of the cds Misty burnt for the road trip. The house fills with the melodic melody of Anywhere for You by Backstreet Boys. She's preparing the chicken to make fried chicken sandwiches.

"Luis does your pops have paprika? I need it for the flour mixture," she was looking at the spice rack.

"Here," I smile as I took it off the top shelf above her head and hand it to her.

"Gracias Pookie," she smiles as she also grabbed pepper, garlic powder and onion powder.

"De nada Squish," I smile kissing her temple.

"Once you finish cutting the red onions. Mind washing the tomatoes and lettuce before getting those prepared?"

"Of course," I smile as Forever In Your Eyes by Jessica Simpson began.

Our eyes met and y/n blushed lightly as she quickly turned her attention to the flour in the bowl ahead of her she quickly put the spices into the flour and mixed it until it was combined. She quickly got to work dredging the chicken.

Misty had really compiled a playlist of songs that certainly suggested something. I looked over at y/n as Fall In Love Again by Nick Lachey began. I swallowed thickly.

"Luis?" y/n calls me softly.

"Yeah?" I asked looking at her.

"My nose itches can you scratch it. My hands are coated," I chuckled as I reached over and scratch her nose.

"Better?" I smile she nods.

Her eyes met mine and maybe it's because of the song I Think I'm In Love With You by Jessica Simpson currently filling the house but the breath hitched in my throat. I shook my head. Shaking the thoughts from my brain. Y/N raised an eyebrow.

"You alright?" she murmured.

I nod "Fine," I quickly wash my hands before cutting the tomato as y/n began singing along to I Got My Eyes On You by Jessica Simpson.

I raised an eyebrow as she was singing along her hips swaying as she placed the chicken into the hot oil. I smirk as the song changed. Y/N not missing a beat began singing along with Boyz II Men with their a capella version of the Doo-wop song In The Still Of The Nite (I'll Remember). My lips pulling into a smile. Granted she said she wouldn't be selling out stadiums like Britney but she has a decent voice. When the song turns to Dreaming Of You by Selena filling the space.

"Mm. I love this song," she murmured as she sways. I smile as I put the knife down before offering her my hand.

"¿Puedo tener este baile?" I question. (Can I have this dance?)

Y/N looks at me and then my hand before she smiles placing her hand in mine. She placed a hand on my bicep as I place my other hand on her lower back. We began dancing to the song. One of my favorite songs by one of my artists.

Y/N looks up at me. Our eyes meeting. A smile panting both of our faces. We still. The only thing filling the air was the song. I reached up tucking her hair behind her ear. Our eyes never leaving one another. I licked my lips as her eyes flicker down to my lips before coming back to my eyes. I caress her cheek as I lean in and as I was about to kiss her the moment is ruined by pops coming in the back door.

The song changing to How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You) by Marvin Gaye. Y/N quickly going back to the chicken frying on the stove. Pops smiles.

"What are we making?" he inquiries as he walked to the kitchen island as y/n sang along to the song.

" Fried chicken sandwiches. Would you like one Señor Martínez?"

"if I can make the coleslaw," he chuckles as he pulls out fresh cabbage and carrots.

"If it isn't any trouble," said y/n.

"Not in the slightest," he says.

He got a bowl and sharp knife before standing next to me.

"You need any help pops?" I asked.

"Make the sauce. You know how to," he taps the bowl.

I nod. Not sure if he saw the near kiss. I wasn't bringing it up if he didn't.

"Sure thing pops," I quickly began making the sauce.

" Luis?" he says.

"Yes?"

"I saw that," he states.

"Saw what?" I asked as y/n began singing along to It's Gotta Be You by Backstreet Boys. Pops and I glance at her before Pops shakes his head slightly.

"I can completely understand why you're in love with her," my head snapped to him. My face I was sure in an absolute state of shock.

"Pardon?"

"I can completely understand why you're in love with y/n," he replied.

"See even your pops knew!"
giggles Demi.

I nod "Father really did
know best in this case."

"I still can't believe all the missed
opportunities," Matt shook
his head.

"What?!" I asked.

"You heard me," Pops replied knowingly.

"I'm not in love with y/n," I whispered as y/n took a chicken out before placing another in as she sways and sings along to I Need You Tonight by Backstreet Boys. She is blissfully unaware of the conversation happening less than three feet away.

"Mi hijo. Had I walked in thirty seconds later than I did. I would have walked in on you two kissing," he knowingly states. I stare at my pops. I blink not realizing my jaw hung open "Close your mouth mi hijo. You'll catch flies," he reaches up closing my mouth.

"No pops. No we would not have been kissing!" I whisper screamed.

Pops snorted a laugh "Yeah and I am the tooth fairy," he smiles.

I shook my head "No what you saw was. Was us having a dance."

"You two were still. Your lips millimeters from each other. Either you were talking really close or you were about to kiss," he laughs lightly "mi hijo It's not a crime to kiss her. You know that right? You're both twenty-two. I mean I saw it even when you two were kids," he explained "there was a love there that I can't quite explain neither can your mamá or even y/n's parents. Your hearts are forever intertwined. If you do end up with y/n I will be very happy."

"Pops. I-I don't think that's going to happen," I shook my head as y/n drops the next chicken into the oil.

"Okay. If it doesn't I am just glad you two have each other," he admits "But honestly. Honestly mi hijo I have seen the stolen glances. The touches. The way your face lights up when you talk about y/n and vice versa. How your eyes brighten when someone mentions her and they same goes for y/n when someone mentions you," he held my shoulders. I looked at him "Just listen to your heart."

"I promise," I said.

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"And it took nineteen more years but you finally listened to your hearts," said Demi.

"Yes. And yes we regret it and yes I wish I could turn back time," y/n says and I nod.

"So onto the next day?" I inquire.

Y/N smirks "Oh when we went to the club with the crew and ran into your ex?" she murmured.

Demi's eyes grew wide and I can tell she was salivating "Ooooh we are in for some tea!!!!" she giggles as she claps her hands.

"And the dogs could go pee," said Matt.

"Okay. Pee break for everyone," said y/n.

I nod "And we can prepare a snack," I offer.

" Yes we can make a charcuterie board," y/n grins.

"Sounds like a plan," I smile pressing a kiss to her temple.

Now it was a quick bathroom break and snack break.