• Later That Day , 6 p.m. ; Powers Living Room •

~ Maddie's POV ~

" And here's a picture of Lachlan during his high school years " Mitchell bragged , pointing to a picture of Lachlan with curly hair ; his eyes brighter than they are now .

" Mitchell , is it really mandatory that you show Maddie all of the photos from my photo album ? " Lachlan asked , trying to grab the book away from Mitchell .

Mitchell pulled back quickly , moving the book out of Lachlan's grasp . " Of course . If you two are going to continue dating than Maddie needs to see how awful you looked back then ".

" Fuck off " Lachlan swore , causing me to let out a giggle .

Mitchell , Lachlan and I sat on the black leather couch in the Power's living room ; Mitchell showing me all the photos of Lachlan over the years . From a baby to now .

Everyone was present in the household but Mr.Power who I haven't met yet .

Mrs . Power was currently in and out of the kitchen and the dining room , trying to get dinner ready .

" I'm home ! " a voice called suddenly , the front door opening .

Lachlan breathed a sigh of relief before standing up from the couch .

" Dad ! In the living room ! " Lachlan cried , snatching the album out of Mitchell's hands while he was distracted .

A few moments later , a tall middle aged man walked into the living room dressed in a crisp grey suit and tie .

" Dad , this is Madeline . My girlfriend of 7 months " Lachlan introduced , sliding the album onto a nearby bookshelf .

I got off the couch as Mr . Power walked towards me .

" So you are the young lady that Lachlan can't stop talking about " Mr . Power grinned , his blue eyes identical to Lachlan's .

" It's nice to finally meet you " I smiled , holding out my hand for him to shake .

He shook it firmly , a impressed expression crossing his face . " I didn't catch you yesterday ".

We let go of each others hands .

" Yeah , I took a nap as soon as I came . Traveling for 22 hours to Australia is very tiring ", I looked over at Lachlan who stood silently watching us , " but it's totally worth it ".

" Well I'm glad to hear that you are just as dedicated to this relationship between you and my son as he is " Mr . Power smiled , his accent strong and deep .

I studied Mr . Power .

He was a very tall guy , probably where Lachlan got his height from . He had grey strands of hair laced within dirty blond .

" Dinner is ready " Mrs . Power interrupted , giving Mr . Power a kiss on the cheek .

" Well , I better go change into something more appropriate for dinner . Excuse me " Mr . Power said , before leaving the living room .

• Few Minutes Later ; At Dinner Table •

" Madeline , tell us more about yourself " Mr . Power pressed , setting his fork down for a second .

Lachlan shot a look to his dad as if you say " Stop with the questions " but I ignored him , swallowing the food in my mouth .

" Well " , I started , " I was born in Montreal and grew up there along with my 3 older siblings ; my oldest sister Marley , my second oldest sister Kyleigh and my third youngest brother Mitch . I also have a younger brother named Connor who's 12 currently " I spoke up .

" Wow , that's a lot of siblings . I had a lot of siblings growing up as well . It was a struggle to get along " Mr . Power commented .

" I find that my siblings and I get along just fine . Especially after my parents got a divorce when I was 14 " I stated , trying my best not to frown .

" Aw , sweetie . I'm so sorry " Mrs . Power apologized , giving me a warm smile .

" It's been 4 years now . Everyone's moved on " I smiled , trying to brighten up the subject .

Why did I bring that up ? Damn it .

The dinner went on , pushing the topic a side and talking about less depressing subjects . Like Lachlan's and I kayak adventure .

Once everyone was done dinner , Mrs . Power started collecting everyone's plates .

I stood up from the table and placed my hand on hers .

" Let me clean up , its the least I can do after such an amazing dinner " I said .

Mrs. Power gave me a smile . " Thank you Madeline ".

" Anytime " I replied , continuing with where she left off .

" I'll help " Lachlan offered quickly , the legs of his chair scrapping loudly against the wooden floor as he pulled his chair back .

" Since when do you help out with dishes ? I thought you hated cleaning after dinner " Mitchell pointed out , a mischievous smirk on his face .

Lachlan shot Mitchell a dirty look as he took the remaining plates on the table .

After Lachlan and I gathered everything from the dining table and made our way towards the kitchen .

" So , how you like my parents ? " Lachlan asked as he put leftovers in a container .

" They are really nice " I responded , adjusting the tape water to the right temperature .

" I was really hoping you'd like them " Lachlan said , putting away the leftovers and helping me with the dishes .

We were silently washing and putting away in the dishwasher when flicks of water hit the side of my face .

I turned my head towards Lachlan who gave me a innocent smile .

I flicked the water in his direction , causing it to hit his face as well .

" Two can play that game Power " I challenged .

He splashed the water again , a few flicks landing on my causal light blue t-shirt .

I let out a small gasp before hitting Lachlan back ; the drops of water hitting his white t-shirt .

The mini water war continued on , both if us in a uncontrollable fit of laughter .

Lachlan ticked my side playfully . I squirmed under his touch .

He knew it was my weak spot .

" Don't even think about it  " I warned .

" And what if I am ?  " Lachlan teased .

He swiftly grabbed my wrist and pulled my back towards his torso , holding both of my wrists with one hand as his other went to assault my side .

" Stop ! " I giggled , turning my best to get out of his gasp but we both knew he was stronger and had a firmer grip .

" Tell me I'm the king of parkcore " Lachlan ordered .

" But that's a lie ! " I cried , my eyes tearing up from laughing so hard .

Lachlan ticked harder . " Say it ".

" No ! " I laughed .

" Say it and I'll stop " Lachlan said .

" Fine ! You're the king of parkcore ! " I called out .

Lachlan let go of me , a proud smile spread on his face .

I turned around and hit his chest playfully . " You're such a meanie ".

" But you love me anyways " he smirked , leaning in for a kiss .

Suddenly , someone cleared their throat ; causing us to move away quickly .

We both turned our heads to the kitchen doorway to see Mrs . Power .

" Sorry " I mumbled , quickly turning towards the sink .

" It's okay , I'll take care of it . You two lovebirds go relax " Mrs.Power winked.

My nose flushed a bright red .

Lachlan grabbed my hand and lead me out of the kitchen feeling embarrassed and guilty .