Alone

Chapter Sixty-Eight: Reunited

That night, MJ's mom drove Peter and MJ to the theater for their date. In the car, they were mostly talking to her mom so they didn't really get a chance to catch up and really talk.

Peter is in awe of how good MJ looks. She has always been beautiful, but being in rehab has given her a glow. Once he was next to MJ, he was no longer nervous. It's like nothing has changed.

They look around. There are many seats open for them to choose from. MJ is looking at the seats. Peter turns towards MJ.

Peter: You look beautiful tonight MJ.

MJ: Only tonight will I look beautiful? Not any other day?

Peter: no. That's not what I meant. You always look beautiful.

MJ: I'm messing with you Peter. Thank you.

Peter: you're welcome.

MJ: You look great too. I've missed you so much.

Peter: I've missed you too MJ.

MJ: Before we go find seats, I just wanted to say that I'm sorry for introducing drugs to you and getting you addicted.

Peter: It's not your fault.

MJ: what?

Peter: Did you introduce me to drugs? Yes. But you didn't get me addicted. That was my own doing. I don't want you to blame yourself. It wasn't just on you. It was on me as well. I was in a dark place. We both were.

Peter and MJ look at each other.

Theater Worker: concession food is now open. We have all your theater favorites; popcorn, soda, candy, and more!

MJ: Do we want to get some food and drinks for the show?

Peter: yes! Do you want popcorn? I'll get us a large soda to share.

MJ: Yes, great! Do you want to grab the food and I'll grab the seats for us?

Peter: sounds like a plan.

MJ: I'll get us seats in the front row! Thanks Peter.

Peter runs to get the popcorn and soda. Everything is going perfectly. It was a little awkward at first but eventually it was fine. He stops real fast before going out and looks at MJ. How did he get so lucky?