Chuck and Sarah vs. Jealousy
Chapter 3
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A/N: First, I am so sorry about taking so long on getting this chapter out. I finally caught whatever's been going around and it sucks big time. I held out for a month, against sick customers and sick co-workers but my immune system finally gave out. Second, I know I said in the last chapter that I was just going to add this bit onto it, but coreymon77 reminded me that you can't review the same chapter twice ;P. (Yes, that probably was a shameless plug for getting more reviews lol) So we decided to post the next part of the last chapter in a new one. I hope ya'll enjoy. And I worked most of the night last night, putting final touches, to get this out today, here you go coreymon77 and everyone, hope it brightens your Monday :D Oh also I have no earthly idea how far along Ellie should be by this point, so forgive me if I got it wrong.
A/N 2: Hey there! This is coreymon77. You know, the other "writer" of this story. I just wanted to thank you all for reading this story and for all your reviews. This is my first time doing this, so I really appreciate hearing what you all think and I am sure HHr does too. Oh, and since she always neglects to give herself enough (or any, most of the time) credit for this story, I just want to make it known that she does all of the actual writing of this story, I just help come up with the ideas and events and talk through them together with her. Without her, this story would just be a bunch of ideas in my head and hers that I couldn't get down on paper. So she is as important to this story as I am and deserves as much credit for it as I do. Anyways, enough babbling, enjoy the chapter!
A/N 3: Yes as coreymon77 said, we both appreciate hearing what you all think about our story. I apologize in advance for not replying back to everyone, but I thank you all. It means a lot to an author to see that people are reading and enjoying their work, so once again thanks to all of those who have reviewed and who are reading the story.
Ellie was just finishing up making a snack for Devon to eat, since he hadn't been able to eat anything at all during his shift, when he came through the door. "Hey honey,"
Devon walked into the kitchen and wrapped his arms around her from behind, "Hey babe, that smells delicious,"
She turned in his arms and grinned, "Well I made it for you, something to tide you over until we go out for dinner,"
He grinned and kissed her, "You are awesome," He let her go and picked up the sandwich she made for him, took a bite, "Delicious as usual. I am starving."
"Glad you like it. Now I've just got to call Allie and let her know where to meet us," Ellie said going to get her phone.
Devon nodded, then looked up from his sandwich and asked, "Allie?"
"Oh right, I forgot to tell you. I ran into an old friend yesterday and invited her to dinner with us tonight, Allie Evans, she went to school with Chuck," Ellie explained.
Devon's eyes went wide, "The same Allie that had the hugest crush on him?" Ellie nodded. "Oh boy, that is not awesome."
"What do you mean 'not awesome'?" she asked.
"Babe, having a girl who had a crush on the Chuckster come to dinner with us is not one of the best ideas you've had. He never knew she had the crush on him, but Allie doesn't really know that or at least she never seemed to act like it, even when he was with Jill. Sarah is not Jill. Sarah would not just sit there and let Allie flirt with Chuck right in front of her." He said.
Ellie scoffed, "That was years ago Devon. I'm sure she's gotten over Chuck by now. She was my friend too. I don't think Allie is the devious type, so I'm sure she just wants to catch up and spend time with her old friends, not try and take Chuck away."
Devon just looked wary, "I really hope for her sake, that you're right"
Ellie just shook her head and dialed Allie's number, when she answered, "Hey Allie,"
"Ellie hey, how are you?" Allie asked.
"I'm fine, about to get ready for the dinner tonight. You are still coming right?" she asked.
"Of course I am. I wouldn't miss it for the world." Allie grinned. Not when I finally have another chance at getting Chuck. "So where are we eating at?"
"It's this cute little pizza place not far from Echo Park, nothing fancy," Ellie gave her the directions. "We plan on being there at around 6 maybe 6:30."
"Okay, that sounds great. I will see you guys there. Thanks for inviting me Ellie," Allie said.
"Oh you're welcome. It'll be a great chance for us to catch up. Well I've got to go now and clean up before getting ready. See you later," Ellie said.
"Yep, see you then." Allie said before hanging up. Now I've got a couple of hours before dinner to plan the perfect outfit, one that will knock the chucks off of Chuck. I'll bet that Sarah person won't be suspecting anything so she'll wear something not so flashy or fancy. Well I'll show him what a real woman would wear. She went to her closet and looking through all of her dresses. After going through her whole closet, she found a red one that had a high slit leading up to the waist and was low-cut enough to where she was all but spilling out of it and yet it still looked classy enough to be considered appropriate, that is if she were going to a gala and not some pizza place. Chuck is not going to know what hit him.
Chuck was playing Call of Duty in the living room when Sarah yelled out to him from the bathroom, "Chuck you've got to start getting ready!"
"Isn't it like way too early?" He asked.
"We're supposed to be there at 6 and it's 4:30 now." She answered.
"Okay I will in a minute!" he yelled back. He was just about to knife some dude from behind when they were hit with an airstrike. "I hate Nuketown," he muttered to himself. He shut off the game and went into their room to get ready. He pulled on his jeans and laced up his Chucks, walking over to the closet he looked through his shirts but he couldn't find one to wear. "What shirt should I wear…? Sarah what-" he started to ask.
"The black military style shirt. I put it on our bed for you." She said.
"Thank you sweetie. I don't know what I'd do without you," he teased.
"Suffer from a serious lack of fashion sense and never be able to dress yourself," she teased back.
"Thanks honey, love you too," he grumbled, putting on the shirt but leaving it unbuttoned for now. He heard the bathroom door open, turned and saw Sarah walking into the room with a towel wrapped around her. "If that's what you're wearing tonight I have no complaints but we are not leaving this room,"
She laughed, evaded Chuck's grasp and walked to the closet to get her outfit. He grabbed her around the waist before she could make it back to the bathroom, "Chuck!" she squealed.
"You cannot just parade yourself like that in front of me and expect nothing." Chuck said before he lowered his head and kissed her. They stumbled back onto the bed.
She half-heartedly pushed at his chest in a feeble attempt to escape, she shivers when she feels his bare chest. When they pull apart for air, "I guess we have a little extra time," she said smirking and pulls him back down to her.
After a while, when they are getting dressed again, Chuck tries to fix some stray hairs that are sticking up for the fourth time before throwing his hands up in the air in frustration and raking his fingers through his hair, "I have a supercomputer in my brain and I can't even fix my own hair," he said to himself, shaking his head and walking towards the open door of the bathroom. "Sarah, can you-" he got out before his mind shut down.
Sarah finished putting on her shiny lipstick and turned to Chuck, smiling at his expression. She walks over to him and runs her hands up from his chest to his shoulders and leans in to whisper in his ear, "Honey, you'll catch flies." She kissed along his jaw to his still open mouth and when he tried to deepen the kiss she pulled away, "You'll ruin my make-up," she said.
Chuck wrapped his arms around her waist and said "You can put on some more you don't need it anyway, " then pulled her to him for another kiss, running his hand up to the back of her neck so he could deepen the kiss. Sarah melted into him, wrapping an arm around his back and the other going to the front of his shirt so she could pull herself close to him and deepen the kiss even more. After several minutes he pulled away to catch his breath.
Sarah stood there dazed from the kiss. After a minute or so she says breathlessly, "Excuse me I need to fix my lipstick,"
Chuck leaned against the doorway and just admired Sarah as she re-applied her lipstick. She was wearing a nice blue top that had some frills on it, with a jacket over that and some simple jeans with very light make-up. She was just simply gorgeous. Of course she could be wearing a sack or garbage bag and still be the most beautiful woman in the world to him. "You are so beautiful," he said softly.
Sarah grinned and before walking out of the bathroom she gave him a few short and sweet pecks on his lips. "Come on sweetie, we're going to be late if we don't get a move on," Sarah said grabbing his hand and pulling him down the hallway and out the door to the car.
They met Ellie and Devon at the entrance and they were seated at a table and just got comfortable when Ellie waved someone over. She was tall, shorter than Sarah but still tall enough, with flowing brunette hair and wearing a dress that was definitely not suitable for a simple pizza place. Chuck looked to see who it was and his brows furrowed as he tried to remember where he had seen this person before, he knew she came into the store yesterday, but he couldn't shake the feeling that he knew her from somewhere. Sarah also looked and immediately remembered her from yesterday, and also someone she's seen in pictures before. Then her eyes narrowed slightly as she recalled Lester and Jeff's conversation about how that same brunette was all over Chuck, Sarah had a bad feeling about this woman, especially since she was dressed in red and dressed to kill.
"Sarah this is Allie," Ellie said introducing her. Allie sat on the other side of the table with Ellie and Devon.
"You went to Stanford with Chuck right?" Sarah said
Allie beamed, "That's right. Oh you mentioned me Chuck, I'm surprised you even remember me," she reached across the table to grab his hand.
Sarah laced her fingers together with Chuck's before Allie could get the chance, "I was looking through his old yearbook and saw you, that's how I recognized you. I'm really good with faces," She kissed Chuck's cheek before laying her head on his shoulder. Allie's grin slipped a bit but it was back before anyone else noticed.
"Oh yeah, now I remember you. You were friends with Jill right?" Chuck asked. Sarah's grip on his hand tightened slightly and he looked at her seeing something in her eyes.
"Yeah I was. How's Jill been? I assume you two still keep in contact, after all you two were practically inseparable throughout school," Allie said, enjoying the way Sarah's eyes flashed every time Jill was mentioned.
"Uh, no not really. I sort of cut ties with her after what happened, besides I've got all I need right here," he said giving Sarah a kiss on the cheek.
"Didn't I tell you they were just the cutest thing, so in love. He deserves it though. I'm glad Sarah found him," Ellie gushed trying to steer the topic away from Jill.
"She found me? Sis, you make it sound like I was a lost puppy that she just brought home," Chuck laughed.
"No offense bro but you were kind of lost, you are so much better now that you are with Sarah," Devon said.
Chuck held up his hand in defeat, "Alright I give, just no more bashing on Chuck please," he laughed.
"It's okay Chuck, you found me too" Sarah said smiling at him, squeezing his hand and he looked at her, both of them knowing the deeper, hidden meaning behind her words. Devon and Ellie smiled at the obvious love on their faces and Allie managed to hold in a grimace.
"What are we having tonight?" Allie asked to change the subject away from Chuck and Sarah.
"Would a vegetarian be alright with you Allie? It's what we usually get," Ellie asked.
"Oh that's fine. I love vegetarian pizzas, especially the olives, they are my favorite topping," Allie said. She noticed Sarah's nose wrinkle with disgust. Oh this is too good, something Little Ms. Perfect doesn't like.
The waiter came to take their order, "So what will we be having this evening?"
Ellie said, "One large vegetarian with breadsticks,"
Allie piped up, "Don't forget the olives!"
Sarah's face fell a bit, but she didn't say anything not wanting to bother anyone, especially not with Chuck and Ellie's friend here. Chuck looked at her and then back to the waiter. "Could you split that, have half with no olives please?" The waiter nodded and scribbled down the order and walked away.
Sarah smiled at Chuck and whispered, "Thank you," and slid her hand over his cheek, bringing his face close to hers, sliding her lips over his in several soft kisses. A few minutes went by before she pulled back, remembering they had an audience, but she gave a smug grin towards Allie who had a slight pout on her face.
"What've you been up to since Stanford Allie?" Chuck asked.
"I've just been working really hard. I got this PR job and I travel a lot. I just recently got back from Paris. I'm really looking to settle down now though, I just want to put some roots down and find a nice guy, maybe start a family."
"What made you ready to settle? You were always wanted to be a jet-setter," Ellie asked.
"Well I guess I just got tired of being alone. I started to think and I don't want any regrets. I mean I'm not getting any younger, I just don't want my life to be empty anymore I guess and I'm tired of being alone. Meaningless relationships are very lonely," Allie said. Sarah found herself nodding in agreement.
"What are you looking for in a guy?" Ellie asked innocently.
"Uh oh," Chuck and Devon said.
"What?" Allie asked.
"That's Ellie's matchmaking voice, trust me. I've been on the receiving end plenty of times," Chuck said. Sarah gave him a look. "Definitely not since I've been with you though sweetie," Sarah just laughed at the sort of panicked look on his face and kissed him.
Allie laughed to cover her disgust, "I'm sort of picky,"
"I'm sure I can find someone for you," Ellie said.
"Sure why not, it couldn't hurt to have someone else looking for me," Allie said. "I would like him to be tall, definitely taller than me. He would need to have a nice personality, like charming and funny without meaning to be. He doesn't have to be classically handsome, but if easy on the eyes wouldn't hurt. I've always kind of had a thing for brunettes, but no facial hair. I don't like beards because they are itchy. So if you know anyone like that be sure to point him out to me," she finished and glanced briefly at Chuck. Sarah's grip on Chuck's hand tightened. Calm yourself down Sarah. You can't hurt their friend, no matter how much you want to. Chuck loves you, Chuck loves you. Who am I kidding, if that bitch tries anything else I will make use of my throwing knives…wait I left them home…why did I do that, oh yeah, because you were going out to dinner with Chuck, Ellie, and Devon. You thought there was no need to bring them. Damn it. I'll have to settle for glaring at her and getting as close to Chuck as possible. Hmm, this may not be as bad as I think. Sarah moved her chair closer to his without anyone noticing.
Devon frowned thoughtfully before he said, "Well that almost sounds like-oof" Ellie hit him in the side underneath the table.
"I think Devon and I know someone at the hospital that fits that description," Ellie said.
"Oh really, well that's great. I confess, I did come here to visit hoping I'd find my perfect guy," Allie said glancing at Chuck again. Sarah growled lightly under her breath, moved even closer to Chuck, and tightened her grip more.
Chuck was beginning to get uncomfortable with all the glances and the fact that Sarah was about to squeeze his hand off, "Oh look food's here. Let's dig in," he said as the waiter put the pan of pizza in the middle of the table. He had to let go of Sarah's hand to grab his pizza. He glanced at her and saw she glared at Allie before feeling his eyes on her and she looked at him, giving him a dazzling smile. Please let me make it out of this dinner alive. "Hey Ellie, do you mind if we order some beer or something? I mean, I don't want to partake in front of you unless you say its okay, since you can't and all," he asked.
"Yeah sure Chuck, it's okay," Ellie said.
"Still quite the babbler I see," Allie teased and when she saw Chuck turn a little red she said, "That's okay. I always found it kind of cute,"
Chuck tried to laugh it off, but when he caught the look on Sarah's face he stopped and just signaled for the waiter, "Can we have a pitcher of light beer please?" The waiter nodded and went to go get the pitcher.
Everyone helped themselves to the pizza, the waiter had brought their beer, and after a few minutes of just eating Allie asked, "So how many more months do you have Ellie?"
"I'm over halfway there so about 3 months," Ellie said grinning.
"We're having a little girl," Devon said beaming.
"That is great!" Allie exclaimed. "Have you got a name for her yet?"
Ellie shook her head, "No no yet. We're still thinking, there are just so many choices,"
The conversation continued on lightly with the occasional glance from Allie to Chuck followed by Sarah glaring at her when the others weren't looking. Several minutes later after most of the pizza was gone and they were just chatting, Sarah was regretting having that glass of water along with a beer. She tried holding off the inevitable by crossing and lightly bouncing her legs, but that feeling just wasn't going away, "I'll be right back," Sarah said giving Chuck a kiss on the cheek before standing up and going to the restroom. That wench is just going to try something I just know it.
She was right, Allie watched Sarah walk into the restroom and then looked at Chuck. "I know you don't really want to talk about her, but I really am sorry for what Jill did to you,"
"It's okay. I'm over it, really. I have moved on, besides Stanford was years ago. I have Sarah now and I am glad things with Jill didn't work out, because I wouldn't have met her if it did,"
Allie nodded, "Well I'm glad you are okay Chuck. I guess I just feel bad because I was her friend. I know I never would have done that to you," Allie said and she placed her hand on top of Chucks.
Sarah walked out of the restroom in time to see her place her hand on Chucks and her eyes narrowed. Okay this has gone far enough. Sarah walked back to the table but she made sure to stumble and land in Chuck's lap and his arms immediately wrapped around her. "Whoops, sorry sweetie. Guess I had too much to drink." Sarah said, slurring her words a bit. Chuck looked confused because he knew she could drink more than a glass of beer without getting drunk. "You're always there to catch me when I fall," she leaned down and kissed him. She had to stop herself before she got lost in the kiss and started running her fingers through his hair so she pulled back after a few seconds. She leaned down by his ear and whispered, "Take me home Chuck,"
Chuck closed his eyes briefly as she rubbed the back of his neck and then said, "Well it looks like I need to get Sarah home."
"I know what you mean dude, my girls probably need to get home too." Devon said. They all stood up and made their way to the doors, Devon and Chuck stopped by the front to pay the bill.
"I had a good time tonight," Allie said hugging Ellie.
"Me too. I'm glad you could make it, if I find that guy for you I'll let you know," Ellie said smiling.
"He may be closer than we think," Allie said grinning. She turned to Sarah, "It was nice meeting you,"
"You too," Sarah said. Then Chuck and Devon walked up to join them.
"It was good seeing you again Devon," she said shaking his hand and then she turned to Chuck, "I'm so glad that I bumped into Ellie the other day, otherwise I would've missed the chance to see you again. Can an old friend ask for a goodbye hug?" He nodded, not really seeing any harm in hugging a friend.
Allie wraps her arms around Chuck and then she leans up to kiss him. Chuck's eyes went wide and he turned his head and she kisses his cheek instead. Allie inwardly frowns in disappointment that she didn't get to kiss him, but she smiles since she did manage to catch the corner of his mouth. Catching Sarah's eyes over Chuck's shoulder, she smirks very briefly before pulling away from him, "I'll have to stop by the Buy-More to see you before I leave town Chuck,"
Chuck backed up away from her as soon as she let him go and stepped behind Sarah and then wrapped his arms around her. "It was definitely a surprise seeing you tonight Allie. I'm glad you got to meet Sarah,"
Allie nodded, "Bye everyone," she said as she walked out of the door.
Devon helped Ellie put her coat on and they all walked outside, "Be sure and have some aspirin on hand for Sarah in the morning or some coffee," Devon said.
"Will do Devon," Chuck said. "Drive safely," He wrapped an arm around Sarah as they walked to the car. When they got home, Chuck walked into their bedroom and sat on the edge of the bed, taking off his shoes. He turned his head to see Sarah walking towards him with a gleam in her eye. "Sarah?"
She stepped closer to him, running her hands up his chest and settling herself on his lap. "It's time to reward my knight in shining armor," she lowered her lips to his and ran her ringers through his curls, sliding her lips roughly over his.
When he pulled back for air, he said, "Wow, if that's the reaction I get, I'm going to need to save you from olives more often,"
Looping her arms around his neck, "Chuck" Sarah purred seductively.
"Yeah?" Chuck answered, gazing into her eyes and seeing that grin, the same grin she had in Paris.
"Shut up and kiss me."
He grins and spins them back so they are more on the bed and he is on top of her, he leans down and kisses her. Sarah pulls him closer to her, holding him as close as possible. When they have to pull apart for air once again she leans up to whisper in his ear, "Make love to me Chuck," and gently nibbles on his earlobe. When he shudders with desire, she gives a feral smile, and he pulls back to look at her, seeing the love and want shining in her eyes, he crushes his lips back to hers.
Later, when she was lying in Chuck's arms, she thought about Allie and how she blatantly flirted with Chuck all night, she even dared to try and kiss him on the lips when they left and even made plans to stop by the Buy More to see Chuck before she left town. If that bitch thinks I'm going to let her get away with that, she's got another thing coming. But, all I want to do right now is relax and sleep in my Chuck's arms. She kisses the side of his neck where she marked him earlier and snuggles deeper into him. He subconsciously tightens his hold on her and she finally drifts off to sleep, dreams full of claiming Chuck and taking down a certain brunette.
