Taking Chances by Cheri Crystal

Author:Cheri Crystal [Crystal, Cheri]
Language: eng
Format: azw3, epub
Published: 2013-03-02T16:00:00+00:00

She was afraid of her parent’s reaction or us getting hurt if it didn’t work out. But if I could show her how far I was willing to go, maybe I could get her to relinquish her fears. I had no idea what to do about the possible loss of her job and inheritance, but I was sure that together we could overcome any adversity. I would have been more confident if my shoes had magnets, but the ache of knowing what I wanted most in the world was stronger than any magnetic force. My foot caught hold and I advanced up the rock. Somehow it didn’t seem insurmountable when I thought of Melanie’s strengths, how she looked out for me and me for her, and how our love was unconditional, like family, only I wanted more. I was ready to take the plunge again, and this time I had the best girl for the job. I trusted Melanie implicitly. I just had to reach for the next rock. This time my foot made instant contact.

A chorus of, “Go, Jordan, Go!” echoed all around me. It wasn’t that bad if I kept focused on the spot in front of my face.

Through shouts and whistles, cheers and hoots, I had made it to the top and hung on for dear life, almost too paralyzed to rejoice about my accomplishment. But, I was at once satisfied that I finally did it. Then I remembered that I had to get down too. Cripes, this was impossible, but I wanted to claim my prize and forgot about everything else. By the time I got within spitting distance of Melanie, I was in her arms. It was all worth it when she flashed me the brightest smile ever. She was proud of me, yeah, but way cooler than that was being proud of myself and realizing I was about to get my wish. I thanked my belayer and apologized for having little faith. He understood and congratulated me just the same.

“So, name your prize.”

“You.” I stepped in and she planted a huge, wet victory kiss on my thirsty lips. Success tasted sweeter than I could have hoped.

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