~Kari’s POV~
The past two days have been the same old thing. My dad and Tony go to work, I stay home or go take pictures, and Tony and I see each other only when no one is looking. Today, we are going to sneak out to the park to hang out again. I honestly can’t believe how hard I’ve fallen for Tony. My train of thought was interrupted when I heard the front door swing open. It was my dad and Tony coming back from work. My dad went upstairs to take a shower and Tony and I went over the plan meanwhile. He finally returned downstairs and Tony headed upstairs to shower. We ate dinner when he returned. I washed the dishes and got my house keys as I prepared to leave.
“Dad I’m going for a walk.”
“You sure go on a lot of walks don’t you?”
“Yea you can never get enough walking.” I said nervously. I rushed out the door before he could get curious and ask me questions. I headed over to the park and sat down on a rock in the parking lot as I waited for Tony. About 20 minutes later, he arrived. He got out of the car and hugged me. He grabbed my hand and interlaced our fingers as we began to walk. We caught up on some things and just enjoyed each other’s company. We sat on a bench at the park. I rested my head on his shoulder and he looked towards me and smiled. We sat there making jokes until the sun went down. Before leaving, Tony placed his hands on my hips as I took a hold of his neck. He leaned down slowly and kissed me gently. I walked home alone so that my dad wouldn’t get suspicious. I entered the house and closed the door behind me.
“Hey Kari, can we talk?” my dad said as soon as he saw me. I started to get a little nervous but tried hard to hide it.
“Um sure. About what?”
“Let’s wait for Tony to get home.” we waited in the living room for about ten minutes until Tony got home. My dad heard the door open and called for Tony. He entered the living room and took a seat.
“What’s up?” he asked
“Do you guys still hate each other?” I swallowed not knowing what to answer.
“Um kind of. I guess we have to manage living with each other.” I lied. Tony nodded in agreement.
“Are you sure about that? You have had no sudden change in heart? You have never ever thought about each other?”
“What kind of questions are these dad?” I asked as my palms became sweaty.
“Alright since you two won’t confess, I’m just going to cut to the chase. I went to the park to see why you like to walk so much.” My eyes went wide.
“You followed me?!”
“That’s not the point. Why didn’t you guys tell me that you were dating? Don’t even deny it because I saw you two.” Tony and I exchanged scared looks. I looked down shamefully.
“I-I’m sorry dad. I just didn’t know how you would react. I got scared.” I said honestly.
“And I’m really sorry too.” Tony added. “I didn’t want it to seem like I betrayed your confidence or anything.”
“Are you mad?” I asked slightly looking up in a voice barely above a whisper.
“I’m not exactly mad that you guys are dating, I’m just a little mad that you didn’t tell me. Kari, you are my daughter and Tony, you are like a son to me so I don’t want either of you getting hurt. Do you guys really have feelings for each other?”
“Yes.” We both said in unison.
“And how long have you been together?”
“Th-three weeks.” Tony quietly replied.
“Wow. I can’t believe how well you guys hid that for that long. When and how did this all happen?”
“Well when you left to Mexico to see your uncle, it just sort of happened…” I said honestly.
“Are you guys sure that this is really what you want?” my dad asked the both of us. We both nodded. “Fine. I’m no one to tell you who you may and may not see. But just please be careful. And Tony, please don’t hurt my daughter.”
“I won’t. I love her.” he said looking over to me.
“Alright well I’m going to go to bed. Good night.” My dad said as he went up the stairs leaving me and Tony alone. We looked at each other for a moment before I ran into his arms and he spun me around. He set me down and rested his forehead on mine.
“That was…unexpected.” He said.
“Yes it was. But I’m sort of glad it happened.” I said truthfully.
“Yea me too.” We walked upstairs and said good night in the hall way. He kissed me good night no longer afraid of who could see us. I kissed him back as a smile grew on my face. I walked to my room as he walked to his. I got ready for bed and laid down. I couldn’t help but fall asleep with a huge grin on my face.