While walking down the streets of her hometown, Ella was once again lost in her thoughts. She was thinking of days gone by when life was simpler, when she was free to come and go as she pleased. Life now seemed to follow the same old routine, nothing exciting ever happened. Not like in her younger days. Now she was a business woman, dressed in ladies suits, whereas before she used to wear form fitting jeans that showed off her amazing ass. She attended boring meetings, stayed late at the office working and could never imagine the luxury of sleeping in, ever.
Ella began to think of her past loves. She remembered Joe and his contagious smile and gorgeous eyes that seemed to transport her to another world. If he wasn't such a great kisser she wouldn't have stayed with him as long as she did. He was too focused on getting what he wanted and never really took the time to satisfy all of her needs.
Then a friend of hers introduced her to Andrew. They were so alike in so many ways, however once things became more physical, Ella quickly figured out that her desire to be with him wasn't there. Andrew was attractive, very attractive, but they didn't have that chemistry. Last she heard, Andrew he was living just outside of town and engaged to be married next month.
As she came to the edge of town she was left with the choice to turn around or take one of the many hiking paths. Her day had ended early due to a cancelled meeting, and seeing the hiking path her thoughts immediately turned towards Steven. She thought of him often; wondered where he was, if he was happy and always wondered what would have happened if they had stayed together. Steven loved being in nature just as much as she did.
They went on many hikes that usually ended with sex underneath the waterfall. Without thinking Ella ventured down the path with a big smile on her face. She suddenly came to a stop, remembering she was still in her suit with her dress boots. Ella was not dressed for hiking. She longed for her old jeans, fitted shirt, and to have Steven beside her again.
At that moment she was jolted back to reality by a simple text message. 'What should I pick up for dinner tonight? - Kevin.' Kevin was her husband of 3 years.
'No need. I'm done work early. I can pick something up.' With a sigh, Ella turned around and headed back into town.
They lived in a fairly small town with little family run shops everywhere. After picking up some meat and produce, Ella decided to pick up some dessert in the sweets shop. With the most recent memories of Steven flooding her mind, she needed some chocolate covered strawberries. Kevin wasn't very keen on desserts, but that never stopped Ella from indulging every now and then.
Opening up the shop door, a bell was triggered above the doorway announcing her arrival. The shop owner walked out of the back greeting her with a big smile.
"Nice to see you again. What can I get for you?"
Ella picked out a small box of chocolate covered strawberries, paid for them and turned to leave. Just as she reached for the door, it opened. She looked up and froze in her tracks. She couldn't believe her eyes. Ella felt a warm wave wash over her. He was standing right in front of her, in the flesh. He was here. Steven was back.
Walking down the street, everything still looked so familiar. As if he had never left. He wondered if she still lived here, and if so would she remember him. Steven remembered Ella as such a free spirited girl. She loved life to the fullest and went out of her way to make sure her friends were happy and loved. He was mesmorized by her smile; it could light up the room. Her laugh was contagious and she had the most amazing ass he ever saw. He didn't realize it then, but Ella brought the best out of him. Their bond was so strong, and since their breakup he couldn't find another girl that shared the same kind of passion as he had with her.
As he continued to walk he remembered one of the last dates they had. Ella was over at his place, they were cuddled up on the couch. She was leaning on her side with her head on his chest. He loved the way they fit together, so comfortable, so natural. They were nibbling on some chocolate covered strawberries that they had picked up earlier. It was a snack they often shared, while watching movies. Those movie dates always led to a night of steamy passion. You would never guess by just looking at Ella how truly passionate and talented in bed she really was.
Steven came to a sudden stop. He couldn't explain it, but something was telling him to stop. It was a good thing he did, because his memories were causing him to become aroused. He also had a strong craving for chocolate covered strawberries. There was only one shop in this town that made them and he happened to be standing right infront of it. He reached up for the door, and he heard the famous bell ring above the doorway. Looking up he suddenly felt weak in the knees. His mouth became dry and his heart raced. She was right in front of him. She still lived here and she had a box of chocolate covered strawberries in her hands.
They stood there for what seemed like a lifetime, frozen in time. So many things raced through their minds neither one could muster a single word.
"Hi" Ella finally said, flashing him a smile.
"Um, Hi" Steven replied.
Ella stepped back so he could enter the store.
"I was just coming to pick up..." he started to say.
"Yah, me too." she interrupted, holding up the box.
They both smiled. It felt so good to see her again.
"Do you want to go somewhere? I mean go for a walk and we can catch up?" Without waiting for a response, Steven held his hand out for her. "Sorry, old habit."
But before he could put his hand down she grabbed it. "I'd love to."
As they walked down the side streets, Ella learned he was here on a business trip and heading home Sunday afternoon. He travelled all over the country for work and enjoyed his job. Steven learned about Kevin. He had never met Kevin but instantly felt jealous, even though he himself was now married. Ella found herself both happy and sad that Steven had found someone to marry. She loved Kevin, but Steven was the one love she always wished she had never let go of.