Page 56 of Until We Weren't

“I always loved the theme song,” Faith said. “I came across it on my phone the other day and I realized the words are how you make me feel.”

Destiny furrowed her brow. “I’m trying to remember.”

“You will as soon as you hear it,” Faith said. “It’s sung by Kari Kimmel.”

The soft melody of “Where You Belong” began to play and Faith watched the recognition dawn on Destiny’s face.

Faith began to softly sing, “If you’re feeling down or weak, you can always count on me, I will always pick you up.”

The song continued then Destiny finished the verse, singing, “I will always hold you up.”

Faith could feel tears stinging her eyes but she had to sing this next part because these were the lyrics that rang true then and still did now.

“It’s not where you come from, it’s where you belong,” Faith sang softly.

When she couldn’t continue, Destiny picked up a few lines later. “You’re surrounded by love and you’re wanted, so never feel alone. You are home with me right where you belong.”

Faith smiled and listened while Destiny continued with the song. She glanced between the words and Faith several times.

Faith tried to join her, but instead listened as Destiny sang, “Even when you mess up, you always got my love. I’m always right here.”

Faith was the one who messed up and she wouldn’t let herself believe Destiny would still be there. Instead she’d run, but not anymore.

She knew where she belonged. She knew where Destiny belonged. It may take a little more time, but Destiny knew it, too. Faith just had to help her see.

Karaoke didn’t turn out quite as Faith had intended. She wanted to sing the song to Destiny, but when she couldn’t get the words out, Destiny could. As the last notes filtered from the speakers they leaned closer and closer to each other.

Faith stared into Destiny’s warm brown eyes and saw their love. She hoped Destiny could see it shining in hers. Their lips were so close… Faith leaned in?—

The four people in the bar plus the bartender began to applaud.

They both pulled back and their eyes widened like they were in some kind of cartoon.

The moment passed but Faith could still see the love in Destiny’s eyes.

“I need another beer,” Destiny said.

“I’ll get them.” Faith quickly went over to the bar and came back to the table with two fresh beers.

“Thanks,” Destiny said. “You keep paying for everything. It’s my turn.”

“It’s okay,” Faith said, sitting back down.

“I have to admit,” Destiny said. “You have surprised me, Faith Fields.”

Faith smiled. “I hope that’s a good thing.”

“Oh, it is,” Destiny replied. “While we were singing, I had an idea.”

Faith took a sip of her beer. “About the project?”

“No,” Destiny replied. “About us.”

Faith smiled. That’s a good thing, she thought. She raised her eyebrows. “Are you going to tell me?”

“Were you serious about being more social?” Destiny asked.

Faith leaned over the table. “I’m sitting in a bar, singing karaoke on a Monday evening,” she stated.