The Love Story of Nellie & Washie

It was like all other times, a time of war and a time of love. A time of nativity and a time of sincerity, a time of firsts and a time of lasts. As the two who will be forever intertwined were young and innocent. They lived two very different lives. Washie was a son of a good businessman and he was set to become head of his father's household. He was trained from youth to become his father's replacement. And he did not have much time to questioned or think otherwise. He was the heir and he was chosen to stand in his father's stead. It was the way things were suppose to be back then. Fathers begating sons to replace them and keep the family's business alive. Washie was troubled and felt the weight of carrying the family's responsibilities. He was also curious about the world. He had an adventuring spirit. He wanted to travel and he wanted to be something great. And he always had an apt to please his beloved mother. Then there was Nellie, she was a beautiful little girl and she was set to be a lovely bride to a prominent man. She was innocent and lovely. And when Washie set his eyes on her, he knew she was his interest. As he travel with his family to the neighbors around. He would get a glimpse of her and be astounded. She would do something that made him think. And after sometime Washie's mother knew something was going on between them. So she took the advice of his nanny and gave Washie a chore that would involved going to Nellie's parents house. And Washie's mother told him when he finished his chores and dress for the day that he would go to Nellie's house and help her family since they were good customers of his father. Washie tried to use excuses to why he could not go but his mother knew him so well that she could figure out he was lying and hiding his love for Nellie. Washie's mother grab the things in his hand and ordered him to go. And Washie bowed his head and agreed with his mother. And as he was leaving, she said Son look your best and do your best. So Washie traveled on horseback to his neighbors' house, Nellie's parents house. And Nellie answered the door and Washie reacted like his father. And when he presented the items to her on behalf of his father. Nellie quickly hug Washie to thank him for coming in time to bring necessities. And Washie grinned while taking off his hat. And Nellie kissed Washie on the cheek. Her father and mother were also happy and invited Washie to stay for dinner. Washie unsured but decided to stay. And Nellie's father said that he was just like Washie when he met Nellie's mother. He said he was young and naive and impressible. Nellie's parents after dinner left the table and encouraged Washie and Nellie to talk more. Nellie was more talkative than Washie. And Washie would make jokes and show courtesy. Then Washie asked Nellie to walk with him but she said she would prefer to ride with him. So the two rode in the night and looked at the bright Virginia's stars and the vast land filled with giant trees. And Nellie said she would like to see more of him as they decided it was time to go home. And Washie promised and said cross his heart. Washie came back home and he told his mother all about it. His mother was thrilled and she said she is just like me. And he said to his mother that I feel in my heart that she is a good woman. Washie could not help dreaming about her. Washie would daydream about being her husband and man. And sometimes he would stare into a daydream. And his mother asked him Are you still thinking about that Nellie. And she said it in front of his father and his father was filled with joy and reminded him of his first meeting with his mother. Then a knock came at the door, by order of the King all young men must serve in the French and Indian War. And Washie's father was upset and angry but Washie decided to go and save the family from prison for resisting. His mother promised to watch the family's business and to keep everything. Washie packed and went off to war. The French and Indian War last several years. Washie worked his way up to being a colonel after training years before. And he was held a hero when he helped win a major victory after victory. The King awarded him a massive territory and gave him a medal as he was the most valiant man of the war. And he came back to his home to see his mother and father. His mother ran out to greet him and he kissed her on the cheek and gave her a big hug lifting her up. And he told her that he was so very happy to be home after years in military service. And his mother tried to tell and calm him down as he was searching for his father. And his mother told him that he died while he was in the military and Washie silently cried and hug his mother. And she told him that the family business is almost out of money and Washie told her that he made a lot of money in the military and that he can help greatly. And he was ready to do chores and that's when his mother stopped him and told him about Nellie. And Washie tried to tell her about another woman he met. And his mother cried and told him that Nellie needs your help. She was married before to an older man because her father passed too and her mother was devastated. And this prominent man left her with nothing when he died while he was in the war. And she is struggling too with children. And Washie started to turn. His beloved mother said I know what you are doing but I know your heart. I will invite her to dinner. At dinner, his mother asked the questions and break the conservation between Washie and Nellie. And Washie finally said Oh Nellie I missed you so very much. Then his mother walked away. Nellie suggested that they take a ride on a horse. And they rode near the forest under the big starry Virginian sky. And they lay out on the grass. After staring at the stars for some time, Washie said what do I got to do to make you my wife. And Nellie said I'm in debt. My husband left me with nothing. I have two children. Washie it hasn't been the same since my father passed and you left me. Washie said I had to. The King ordered all young men to report to the military for the war but Nellie i have prestige and money and wealth now something I did not have in the past. I can make you my wife. Nellie said I will be yours if you want me like I want you. And Washie rolled over on the green grass and kiss Nellie on the cheek. So as they prepared for marriage, Washie sold his medal and sold his massive territory from the King to pay for his marriage and family business. Washie and Nellie got married and spent their life together as long as they lived.