Chapter 56 - Sunset (1/2)

After driving for almost an hour, Adam stopped the car by a mountain.

”Close your eyes.” He said turning towards Stella.

”Why?” She asked, narrowing her eyes.

”Just do it sweetheart.” He gave her pleading look. ”Pretty please?”

”Alright.” She said shaking her head sideways as she closed her eyes.

Stella felt something being placed over her eyes. ”What are you doing?” She asked him exasperatedly.

”Just making sure that you won't open your eyes.”  Adam said as he tied a black blindfold over her eyes, making sure that it wasn't too tightly bound.

”Now sit back and enjoy the ride.” He said placing soft a peck on her cheek.

After a few more minutes, Stella felt the car coming to a stop.

Adam got out of the car and made his way to the passenger seat's door. Opening it, he held Stella's hands and guided her out.

”Why are you being so mysterious?” Adam heard her asking as she held onto his hands.

”You will know in a while sweetheart.” He murmured next to her ear.

After taking a few steps forward with Stella next to him, Adam stopped and wrapped his arms around her waist.

”Open your eyes love.” He whispered in her ear after removing the blindfold.

Stella slowly opened her eyes and blinked them a couple of times as they adjusted to the surrounding light. She was completely mesmerized by the view before her.

A number of hills that were covered completely by tall trees, stood before her. The chirping of birds as they headed towards their homes, filled the air. The wind blowing by, playing with the locks of her hair as the sun was setting in the horizon.

”It's… it's so beautiful Adam.” Stella finally spoke as she looked at the scenic view before her.

”It sure is.” He replied looking at her, his eyes set on her face, the golden rays of the setting sun illuminating it and making her hazel eyes glow.