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Waverly had invited her sister to come to Shorty’s while she was working at Country Western Night to which she said yes to. So, after she took a shower and dried off in the bathroom while wearing a towel wrapped around her body and one wrapped around her hair like an ice cream cone she walked to her closet to find an outfit.

She decided on a black tank top, a brown fringe and tassel jacket. blue jeans, black cowgirl boots and a black Stetson. 

She checked herself all dressed up in the mirror before heading downstairs and outside to her truck. 

When she arrived at Shorty’s, Waverly already had a glass of whiskey on the rocks waiting for her (her go-to drink). 

As she put her glass on the bar for another drink a man walked up beside Wynonna.

“Would you like to dance?” he asked.

Wynonna looked at Waverly before answering. She winked at her to say “go ”.

“Sure” she answered.

The man then took her hand and helped her down from the very high barstool and they proceeded to walk over to the dance floor as I Just Want To Dance With You by George Strait played through the speakers of the jukebox 

After the slow dancing everyone then line danced before the night ended.

Once all the dancing was done Wynonna helped Waverly clean the bar and the other areas before leaving.

Wynonna was too busy cleaning to realize the man had left but he did manage to leave his number for her at the bar before leaving. 

After cleaning she opened the slip of paper. 

John Henry :) 

403-103-8224

She then slipped the paper into her back pocket before sitting back down at the bar waiting for Waverly to finish up because she was her ride home

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The Next Morning

Waverly was watching Father of The Bride when she heard rapid knocking on her bedroom door. 

“ WAVES,OPEN UP!”  Wynonna shouted.

A few seconds later Waverly opened the door. 

“Wynonna, what’s wrong?” she asked.

“That guy I was dancing with last night left me his number and I can’t tell if he really likes me or not” she answered. 

“Well, as a hopeless romantic you can truly tell if you let him kiss you” Waverly replied.

“Ok thanks for the advice babygirl” Wynonna said before leaving the room.

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Monday

Wynonna knew while walking into Biology class that giving a note to John Henry could go good or bad but she had to find out if he really liked her or if Friday night at Shorty’s was just a one-night thing.

Before taking her seat she placed the folded piece of paper on his desk. When she sat down he was already looking at the paper. She watched nervously as he checked his answer with this pencil. 

When class ended he gave Wynonna back her paper and winked before leaving.

The note read: Will you go on a date with me? Check yes or no

He checked yes.

Wynonna held the piece of paper close to her chest and smiled with her eyes closed before she collected her supplies and left class. 

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Saturday Night

Wynonna was finishing getting ready for her date when the doorbell rang.

“John Henry, come on in” Waverly said after she opened the door.

“Thank you very much Waverly” he replied with a smile and a tip of his hat.

“You’re welcome, Wynonna will be down in a minute” 

A minute later, Wynonna walked down the steps wearing a mini red dress and black heels which was probably too dressy for a drive-in movie but she wanted to make a good first Impression.

Later That Night

Wynonna and John enjoyed the movie Thelma and Louise. He spent the majority of the night with his arm around her and held her close. Every time their hands touched to reach in for some popcorn blush appeared on both of their faces. They pretended like that didn’t happen as a few seconds later they both would take sips of their sodas without making eye contact. 

12:30 AM

John Henry dropped Wynonna off back at the Homestead and walked her to the door like a gentleman. Before he left, he pulled her in for a kiss goodnight.

“Now he likes me” Wynonna said as she watched him drive away a few minutes later.

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Wynonna stopped by Shorty’s after work for a drink since Waverly was working. She sat down at the bar next to another brunette. Wynonna drank her whiskey and couldn’t help but notice a familiar name on the brunette’s phone.

“Excuse me, I don’t mean to eavesdrop, but I couldn’t help but notice that name in your phone, John, wouldn’t be John Henry, would it?” she asked.

“Yes, it is, he’s my boyfriend. Why do you ask?” the brunette answered curiously. 

“ Because he’s also dating me too” Wynonna replied.

“ Oh really” the brunette replied with a raise of her eyebrow. 

“ I’m Wynonna”

“ Rosita” 

The two women then shook hands and got to know each other better over more drinks since it appears they now have something in common.

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The Next Night

Wynonna was still mad about John Henry not telling her he was talking to another woman behind her back and she just so happened to have a dinner date planned with him tonight and she was ready to confront him.

Wynonna served him a bacon cheeseburger and fries with bacon that was burnt along with a glass of water for his drink. 

“ So, I met Rosita last night” Wynonna said nonchalantly. 

“ Who? “ cough,cough” John replied as he began choking due to spitting out his water. 

“ You know the girl you’re dating while also dating me” she answered.

“ Wynonna, I can explain” he pleaded.

“ I DON’T WANT TO HEAR IT!, GET OUT OF MY HOUSE NOW!” she shouted. 

He then stood up and walked out the kitchen door as Wynonna slammed it behind him.

They both then stood on opposite sides of the door both crying and heartbroken.

Wynonna spent the rest of the night watching movies with her sister crying in her arms and eating ice cream until she fell asleep. 

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Graduation Day has arrived and at this point Wynonna has not only broken up with John but Rosita has as well. So, this love triangle could get pretty awkward again as they have to all see each other while getting their diplomas. 

When Rosita and Wynonna each went up to receive theirs, they gave each other a smile and wave.

But when John went up to receive his, Wynonna and Rosita made no eye contact with him and as he walked by them, they each gave a dirty look.

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After the Graduation ceremony everyone went home to change clothes. Then, Waverly and Wynonna hosted an after party at the Homestead to celebrate the night’s accomplishments with their fellow classmates.

After a few drinks, Waverly went upstairs to use the bathroom. Before entering, she heard noises coming from her room so she went to investigate. 

When she opened the door she couldn’t believe what she was seeing. Champ was making out with Stephanie Jones ON HER BED! 

“ Waverly,wait!” he pleaded as he broke the kiss shortly after seeing her. 

“ NO, WE’RE DONE CHAMP!” she shouted as she turned around and ran down the steps crying. 

“Baby girl what’s wrong” was all Wynonna could say before her sister ran out of the house.

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Nicole’s house wasn’t very far from where she worked as a server at Pussy Willows which she hated but she made decent money so, she decided to walk home instead of getting a ride home from a co-worker. 

As she was walking home, she noticed a brunette sitting on the sidewalk by a lamppost crying. She went over to investigate. 

Once by the sidewalk, she sat down next to the brunette. 

“Hi, I’m Nicole, what’s your name?” she asked.

The brunette didn’t say a word. Instead, she leaned over and cried on Nicole’s shoulder as she held her.

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“ Hi, I’m Waverly, sorry I cried all over your shoulder. I just found my boyfriend cheating on me” she said after she regained herself. 

“ Well then Waverly, come with me” Nicole said as she held out her hand to help Waverly up.

“ Where are we going?” Waverly asked as she grabbed Nicole’s hand and was helped to her feet. 

“ You’ll see” Nicole answered with a smirk. 

Nicole and Waverly then walked to the nearest supermarket where once inside Nicole let Waverly pick out any two pints of ice cream she wanted. 

She chose vegan chocolate chip cookie dough and vanilla. 

Nicole then paid for the ice creams at the register. They then left the store and continued walking to her house hand-in-hand. 

Once inside Nicole’s house. Waverly made herself comfortable on the couch while Nicole quickly grabbed two spoons from the top drawer in the kitchen so they could enjoy their ice cream before it melted.

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Nicole emerged from the kitchen a few minutes later with spoons and ice cream. She then handed Waverly a spoon and her pint of ice cream. 

After about five minutes of eating her ice cream, Waverly sat hers down on the coffee table and then began kissing Nicole’s neck as drunk thoughts entered her mind. A few seconds later Nicole caught on to the moment and sat her ice cream down as well. When she sat back up on the couch, Waverly captured her lips. 

After making out for a good five minutes, Waverly started to take off Nicole’s pants, but she was brought out of her thirsty state when she heard the sounds of a baseball game playing on the TV. 

“Sorry, I didn’t mean to interrupt you. It’s just that I’m a Atlanta Braves fan and living in Purgatory I don’t get to see them play much” Nicole said.

Waverly then stood up, rolled her eyes and walked away angry.

The Atlanta Braves would go on to defeat the Toronto Blue Jays by a score of 5-1.

After the final out, Nicole turned off the TV and went to find Waverly. 

She walked down to her bedroom and opened the door to find Waverly and her beagle puppy, Scout sleeping together. She smiled and closed the door quietly. 

She then walked back out to the living room and laid a pillow down on the couch then walked over to the blanket bin and grabbed one. 

She then laid down and fell asleep smiling.

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The sun peeked through the drapes in Nicole’s bedroom as Waverly began to stretch and open her eyes. She also had a pounding hangover headache from the alcohol and the cold ice cream. 

“Good morning” Nicole said as she walked into the room holding Aspirin and a bottle of water in one hand and Scout’s leash and collar in the other.

“Here, take these while I take this little guy out for a walk” Nicole said as she handed the medication to Waverly and then put Scout’s collar around his neck.

“Do you mind if I tag along? I could use the fresh air” Waverly asked.

“Of course, we’ll meet you by the front door” Nicole answered before leaving the room with Scout. 

After the walk, Waverly said bye and thank you to Nicole and Scout and then walked back home to the Homestead with one hand in her pocket smiling from ear to ear. 

Once home, Waverly headed upstairs to Wynonna’s room. When she opened the door, she saw that Wynonna was watching A League of Their Own.

“Where did you run off too last night?” Wynonna asked.

“I ran to the nearest lamppost, sat on the sidewalk, cried, then I met this amazing girl and spent the night at her place” Waverly answered. 

“So, you’re, ok?” Wynonna asked.

“Oh yeah I’ve forgotten all about Champ” Waverly answered.

“That’s good, I’m glad baby girl” Wynonna replied with a smile.

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“ Hey sis, I know life hasn’t been very kind to you lately between your breakup with John and trying to get into a college. So, I want to cheer you up. Let’s go on a weekend getaway just you and I” Waverly said with a big smile and moon eyes.

“ Where are we going?” Wynonna asked.

“ Well, that’s for you to decide. Take this quarter and flip it. Heads, we go to Myrtle Beach,South Carolina to see Aunt Gus and Uncle Curtis. Tails, we go see Willa and Robert in Los Angeles, California” Waverly answered as she handed Wynonna the coin.

Wynonna then flipped the coin and it landed on heads.

The sisters then packed up Waverly’s Jeep with snacks, drinks, blankets, pillows and their suitcases and hit the road for the LONG trip to South Carolina.

They took turns driving when one of them got tired and made stops to eat meals, stretch or use the restroom.

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It’s been a few weeks since Wynonna broke up with John, hours before the graduation ceremony after he admitted to cheating on her and while she and Waverly are in South Carolina, Wynonna is determined to forget all about her ex-boyfriend no matter what it takes.

As Man I Feel Like A Woman by Shania Twain played on her flip phone, Wynonna finished applying her maroon lipstick and then checked her outfit in the bathroom mirror one last time. She decided to wear a black crop top with ripped denim blue jeans and white sneakers.

When the sisters arrived at the bar, Wynonna spent most of the night riding the mechanical bull with a beer in hand.

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“Waves, you know you don’t have to check your phone every minute. You’re not going out until later this evening” Wynonna said.

“I know, sorry I’m just really excited. I can’t wait for tonight this is my first official date with Nicole”

Waverly replied as she fell back onto her bed and smiled while looking up at the ceiling.

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5:00pm

Nicole picked Waverly up at 5pm on the dot for their first date. Then, they headed to the GRT County Fair.

10:00pm

By the end of the night, Nicole had spent a total of $48 on food and games for her and Waverly. 

It had begun to rain, so Nicole and Waverly ran back to the car hand-in-hand.

Once at the car, Nicole quickly opened the door and let Waverly in.

Nicole then closed the passenger door and walked around to the driver’s side.

When she got inside and closed the door, she winced due to shoulder pain.

“How’s your shoulder?” Waverly asked.

“It’s sore but I won you that teddy bear. So It’s worth it” Nicole answered.

Waverly then hugged the bear.

When they arrived back at the homestead, Nicole opened Waverly’s door once again and helped her out of the car. She then walked Waverly to the front door with an umbrella in hand.

“Thank you for tonight. I had a great time” Waverly said.

“You’re welcome, I had a great time too” Nicole replied with a dimpled smile.

Waverly then got on her tippy toes and gave Nicole a goodnight kiss on the lips.

Nicole then touched her lips after the kiss was broken, smiled and walked away.

Waverly then smiled and waved as she watched Nicole drive away.

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2 Months Later

Wynonna and Waverly are in South Carolina once again to say one final goodbye to summer before they both head off to college. Waverly will be attending the University of Georgia while Wynonna will be staying close to home attending Purgatory University.

But little did Waverly know; she’d be leaving town with a new piece of jewelry on her finger. 

Wynonna, Aunt Gus and Uncle Curtis went down to the boardwalk for dinner while Waverly stayed behind to work on some things for college. 

Suddenly, she heard You Had Me From Hello by Kenny Chesney playing outside her bedroom window. She then got up and walked over to the window and she couldn’t believe who she was seeing. She thought she was dreaming. It was Nicole holding a boombox high above her head. 

Waverly quickly ran downstairs and met Nicole on the beach.

When she saw her, Nicole was on one knee in the sand with a ring box in her hand surrounded by rose petals with an added sunset in the distance. 

Once face to face, Nicole grabbed Waverly’s hand and spoke.

“Waverly, I know you’ll be heading off to college soon and we’ll be apart for a while, but I would feel really content knowing you’ll still be waiting for me even after you graduate. Will you marry me?” she asked.

“Yes!” Waverly answered through tears.

Nicole then slid the ring on Waverly’s finger and the now fiancées sealed their engagement with a kiss.

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The Next Night

Fresh off their engagement from last night, Aunt Gus and Uncle Curtis wanted to throw an engagement party for Waverly and Nicole.

Wynonna was enjoying her drink when she heard a familiar voice.

“Hello Wynonna” the man said.

“John?, what are you doing here?” she asked.

" I wanted to give your sister my congratulations” he answered.

“ So, how are you?” he asked.

“ I’m alright,I’m actually seeing someone” she answered.

“ Hey babe, there you are” Rosita said as she wrapped her arm around Wynonna’s waist and kissed her on the cheek.

John was sure he just felt his heart break into a million pieces.

“I’m really happy you two found each other” he said before leaving.

Wynonna and Rosita then turned their heads to watch him leave.

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With it being Labor Day weekend in the states, Wynonna, Rosita, Nicole, Aunt Gus, Uncle Curtis, Willa and Robert all decided to travel to Athens, Georgia to spend Waverly’s birthday weekend with her and attend a football game to see her cheer. 

The Georgia Bulldogs would go on to defeat the UCLA Bruins by a score of 27-3.

After the game, the family met up with Waverly for hugs and pictures. 

After Wynonna and Rosita got their pictures with Waverly, Rosita grabbed Wynonna’s hand and they walked to the 50 yard line aka midfield. 

Once there, Rosita let her actions speak louder than words as she looked at Wynonna  and got down on one knee. She then opened the small box in her hand that revealed a gorgeous diamond ring. 

Wynonna also let her actions speak louder than words as she nodded her head yes with tears in her eyes. 

Once the ring was slid onto her finger, the now fiancées kissed underneath the stars as heart-shaped fireworks lit up the sky.

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4 Years Later

Waverly graduated from the University of Georgia last night and today she fulfills that promise she made four years ago and marries the love of her life Nicole Haught.

Wynonna zippered up the back of Waverly’s beautiful white dress. Once zippered, Waverly turned around to see that her sister had tears in her eyes.

“Wynonna, what is it?” she asked.

“Oh, you know my baby sister is getting married” she answered.

Waverly then pulled her sister in for a hug.

A few minutes later an Instrumental version of You Had Me From Hello by Kenny Chesney began to play as Waverly and Wynonna began their walk down the aisle.

When they reached the altar Wynonna shook Nicole’s hand before giving her baby sister away. 

“You look so beautiful” Nicole said as she grabbed Waverly’s hand to help her up the stairs. 

Waverly and Nicole then shared their vows.

“Nicole, I didn’t expect to find love again so fast after my breakup, but you have shown me what a healthy relationship is. You are the most caring and thoughtful person I have ever met and I can’t wait to spend the rest of my life with you. I love you” 

“Waverly, you were a literal angel I never saw coming into my life, but I am forever grateful that you did. I can’t wait to see where life as wives takes us”  

Waverly and Nicole then placed their rings on each other's fingers and sealed their marriage with their first kiss as wives.

The Reception

Shortly after making their grand entrance, Waverly and Nicole headed to the dance floor for their first dance as Now That I Found You by Terri Clark began to play through the DJs speakers. 

Once they were finished with their first dance, it was Ward’s turn to dance with his little girl as Just To See You Smile by Tim McGraw began to play. 

Wynonna was next in line to dance with the bride as I Cross My Heart by George Strait played. 

Once all the first dances were finished, Waverly and Nicole cut their wedding cake as This Kiss by Faith Hill played. Once cut, they smashed pieces of vanilla cake and icing into each other’s face. 

The guests and the wedding party then enjoyed their dinners before dancing the night away.

As Waverly and Nicole left the barn to signal the end of this beautiful evening, Wannabe by Spice Girls played from the speakers as the guests held up sparklers. Before leaving, Nicole dipped Waverly for one last kiss. The newlyweds then got into the awaiting limo and headed to the honeymoon suite.

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The next morning, 10:30am

“ Nothing like a diagonal PB and J on toast to start the day” Nicole said as she looked at her finished sandwich and  put her supplies where they belonged

“ You’re such a dork” Waverly said softly as she wrapped her arms around Nicole’s waist from behind. 

“ Yes but I’m your dork” Nicole replied as she turned around and kissed Waverly’s nose.

“Yes, yes you are” Waverly said as she sneakily grabbed Nicole’s sandwich and took a bite. 

“Hey, that sandwich was made with love” Nicole replied.

“I know, I can taste it” Waverly replied as she licked the peanut butter and jelly off her fingers with a smirk and then headed back upstairs.

“Welcome to marriage Nicole” she said to herself as she rolled her eyes, chuckled and shook her head as she got her supplies back out to make another sandwich. 

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1 Week Later

It was now Wynonna’s turn to walk down the aisle to Rosita. 

As they were getting ready in their respective rooms, Wynonna and Rosita each got the same text from John.

“Happy wedding day girls. I wish you nothing but happiness during and after your upcoming nuptials. I’m very happy you two found each other” 

A few minutes later, an instrumental version of When You Say Nothing At All by Alison Krauss and Union Station started to play on the speakers as Wynonna was escorted down the aisle by Waverly and Nicole.

Once they met each other at the altar, Wynonna and Rosita were too emotional so they both decided to skip vows and go straight to the ring exchange.

They then shared their first kiss as wives once the rings were placed on their fingers. 

Reception

After making their grand entrance as wives, Wynonna and Rosita headed to the dance floor for their first dance as I Love The Way You Love Me by John Michael Montgomery began to play.

After their first dance It was Waverly’s turn to dance with her sister as Carrying Your Love With Me by George Strait began to play. Before the song ended, Nicole joined her wife and her best friend on the dance floor.

Ward was next in line to dance with his babygirl as Love Without End, Amen by George Strait played.

Once all the first dances were finished, Wynonna and Rosita cut their wedding cake before dinner and more dancing.

Once cut, they smashed pieces of red velvet cake into each other’s faces as From This Moment On by Shania Twain and Bryan White played on the speakers.

Once the end of the night was reached, Wynonna and Rosita walked out of the barn on the Homestead as their guests held out sparklers as What A Girl Wants by Christina Aguilera could be heard on the speakers. 

As the newlyweds were sitting in Wynonna’s truck Nicole and Waverly attached the Just Married sign along with string and paper cups to the exhaust pipes.

“Ok, you’re all set” Waverly said before kissing Wynonna on the cheek.

“Drive safe Wynonna, don’t make me track you down and come arrest you on your wedding night” Nicole said in a serious tone.

“Yes sheriff” Wynonna replied with a salute before driving off with her wife.

Waverly and Nicole then held each other close and waved goodbye as everyone else cheered.