Defeated

Chapter 10

Ring this bell

Three times well

It's toll to clearly say

You helped me grow

It's time to go

So I'm on my way

Carla takes a deep breath, wiping her eyes with her sleeve before ringing the bell three times.

Peter stands behind her, a hand on the small of her back as she continues to ring it, tears continued falling down both of their faces.

"You'll never defeat me cancer." She murmurs.

"Come here," Peter says, turning her around and placing her hair behind her ear before gently touching her cheek. "I'm so proud of you."

"I love you so much. You've been there for me, through every single bit and I appreciate you so much for that." She whispers, guiding his head towards her as she passionately kisses him.

"I love you too." Peter replies, wrapping his arms around her. "And now I can go through with this surprise."

One hour later, they arrive at the surprise destination for Carla.

"So we're here now, yeah?"

"Correct," he smiles. "Come on."

They walk hand in hand to an ancient looking building.

"Peter, I've never been here before. What is this?"

"Walk inside and you'll find out."

As she walks in, she gasps. They were in a gorgeous, modern looking restaurant. Large windows surrounded them, exposing Manchester at its greatest view. Plants were positioned perfectly around them, warm toned lights hung loosely making the place cosy. There was perfectly organised cutlery and a bouquet of flowers on each squared table. This place was absolutely stunning to say the least.

"This is...beautiful." She whispers.

"You haven't seen the best bit yet." Peter kisses her hand, leading her to the double doors where there is a balcony.

The balcony had one table only. It was surrounded by red roses which were placed on the walls of the balcony and they had gold lights hung around them. The view looked over Manchester. All the buildings, the towers. It was a sight they never expected to look so nice.

"Wow."

"Sit down."

"Here?"

"This is our table." He points of the obvious.

"I can't believe you've took me here, Peter. The food must cost a fortune." She raises her eyebrows.

"It's a treat for you; you've been so strong over the past few months and I saw this place online and thought I'd take you as a surprise." He explains.

"This is so thoughtful of you, baby. I'll have to repay you tonight." She smirks.

"Heya, can I take your order? What drinks would you like?" A young waitress asks the pair, looking rather awkward after hearing Carla's previous comment.

"Oh. Umm." Carla looks down in embarrassment, taking hold of a menu and looking at the drinks list.

Peter bites his lip, holding in a laugh.

"I'll have the signature cocktail 'Doctor Doctor'...given the circumstances. Quite ironic." Carla laughs.

"Carla!" He shakes his head in amusement, "I'll have the non-alcoholic cocktail, 'Black Cherry Collins' please."