Thanks for the likes and follows :) Here's another chapter. I will try and update sooner next time.
I have thrown the job offer out of the window, no need for it, right? :D
Sun in Gail-land: Chapter 3: We have cookies
Traci's POV
Gail's expression is as the iciest ice blue, as she observes Lisa. If looks could kill, Lisa would have died a million times already. Traci'd followed Gail inside
Holly's apartment, and she could literally feel the mood change in Gail. She could see Holly shuffling nervously. She thought back to a week ago, when she
bumped into Holly at the station.
One week previously; Traci's flashback: Traci walked hurriedly into the station, busily organising some case files that she just got from her car, not
really watching where she was going. She rounded a corner - reading one of the pages - when she suddenly crashed into someone. All the files
plummeted to the floor. "Ooh, Trace, I'm so sorry! I was - … I - didn't see where I was going.. I- .. " said Holly, rambling, bending down trying
to retrieve the paperwork. Traci noted the woman's nervousness and her eyes had a veil of tears on them. "It's fine Holly, no big deal. Are you
alright?" By this simple inquiry Holly's eyes began to water a bit more, and her hands were shaking as she handed back the stack of files. Traci put a
comforting hand on Holly's arm, and pulled her to the side. "You can tell me, what's the matter?" "Oh God, Traci, it's just, well, something to do
with..' 'Gail?' Traci inquired, head inclined in a questioning position. Holly nodded, swallowing back tears. Over the last few months though, Traci
and Holly had become friends, as they were working closely together sometime. Traci had heard some things from Gail about what had happened on
Fight Night, and she hadn't thought it a good idea of Gail; ignoring Holly, but once Gail had her walls up, it was hard to break them down again.
Holly took a deep breath, 'she just said something.., that really hit me, and I-.. - I don't think I can pretend anymore, that I'm over her or something,
because I'm not..' Traci smiled, maybe Gail would become happy after all, she really did deserve it. 'She's in just as deep. You two really are
something.' Traci whispered to her, as she touched her arm.
Gail released Holly's hand, and stepped forward; making introductions, as she put on a fake smile. 'Traci? Can I introduce you? This here is Rachel
and that's Boob Job; otherwise known as Lisa' Traci looked at Holly, who seemed extremely agitated. Lisa started 'Gail, I'm really really sorry about
what you heard that night. I can be a bit presumptuous, and a – bit of a ..' 'Bitch?' Holly inquired. 'Yeah, I- usually judge quickly.' 'But since then,
we've learned a lot from Holly, how great you are.' Rachel added. 'Oh yeah, she doesn't stop talking about you..!' 'Lisa!' hissed Rachel and Holly.
'What?!' Lisa replied loud and indignantly, 'it's true.' Lisa smirked. Gail turned to face Holly.
Gail's and Holly's POV
'You talk about me?' Gail smiled bashfully at Holly. Holly stroked her cheek, 'Yeah... You-you're all I ever think about Gail. You're pretty special – '
Holly smiled dreamily ' … amazingly special..' 'Oh, really?' she replied sarcastically, the same way as that time in the bathtub. Her sharp blue eyes
met deep chocolate brown ones, and for a moment time stood still. The way Holly gazed at her, told a million words. No one had ever looked at her
like that, a look full of wonder and love and complete trust. She was sure if she'd used her voice in that moment, it wouldn't have cooperated. Holly
couldn't believe Gail's insecurity, the way she spoke told her Gail didn't know how absolutely incredible she was. Holly gave her an incredulous
look, with her head turned to the right, a sweet smile on her lips, like it was the most normal thing in the world to care for Gail Peck; the Ice Queen.
'Yeah..' she said with an intense gaze, looking straight into her eyes. They didn't notice anyone else in this moment, all they could see was each other.
Holly brushed Gail's cheek with her thumb, then held her chin, and moved in for a kiss. The kiss was soft, slow, slightly sensual with a promise for
more. They lost themselves in each-other, it felt like it lasted hours, but in reality the kiss only took a few seconds. All others looked on in wonder, if
not a tiny bit uncomfortable to be witnessing such an intimate moment. Someone cleared their throat. They looked up and blinked, noticing their
present company, both of them blushed and stepped back a little.
'Uhh – yeah, uh, we're gonna go...' said Lisa, slowly retreating to the hallway, beckoning Rachel, 'It looks like you'll be just fine on your own Hol'
she winked, and then went outside to wait for Rachel. Rachel smiled at Gail, touched her arm lightly, then hugged Holly. 'I'm glad you're back Gail.
Make sure to stick around...' Rachel told Gail, a smile in her voice with a slight warning tone, that said 'don't hurt her'. Rachel smiled a goofy grin,
'You know Gail, you and Lisa are actually a bit alike.' Gail gave her best glare, caught a look from Holly, then scoffed. Rachel continued, 'Yeah, you
are both fiercely loyal, don't let a lot of people in.., you're bitchy, snarky.. brutally honest' Holly nodded slightly, smiling, 'something like that. Except Lisa's a bit of a
snob. And Gail's so much prettier, but I'm biased.', Holly grinned at Gail, then gazed into her warm blue eyes. 'Ok, that's my cue to go.' Rachel
chuckled, said goodbye to Traci and left.
Traci had a warm smile on her face as she regarded the two of them. She was glad her best friend had finally found happiness. 'I should get back to
Leo now though. I take it you don't need a ride home, Gail?' Traci smirked. Gail nodded 'no' bashfully. Traci enveloped Holly in a friendly hug.
Apart from Holly, Traci and Oliver were the only ones Gail participated in hugging, but rarely. 'Thanks for brining me Trace. You
rock.' Gail smiled at Traci, and hugged her. 'I told you Gail, you deserve to be happy. See you tomorrow.' Traci added, when she walked backward
out the room.
Holly's POV
Holly was relieved they were alone again, it had been a bit nerve wracking to have Gail meet her friends again so soon, but she was relieved that
Traci was there though, it probably made things easier for Gail. Gail sighed deeply, 'so, that's over with.' 'Honestly, if it wasn't for Traci, I might have
done a runner again.' Holly smiled sadly, thinking back. 'How about a night cap, hmm?' Gail asked hopefully. Holly laughed, 'honestly Gail, I think
you've had enough to drink tonight.' Gail pouted cutely. Holly sighed, Gail was too cute, 'Uhg, that face of yours. You're not playing fair. It's late.
Now, let's go to bed..' she took hold of Gail's hand and dragged her to the stairs, 'before I jump you..' she muttered under her breath. 'Are you using
your moves on me Stewart?' Gail smirked 'not that I'm complaining'. 'I don't need to, do I?' Holly quipped. Gail followed her to her bedroom, 'You
might be right Stewart, you can get in my pants any time. Though tonight, I just want you to hold me, and I want to hold you.'
Gail's POV
They settle in the big comfy bed, it warms her heart to be able to be in this place again. This room and this house occupy some good memories,
especially since this bed is where she's had the best night's sleeps of her live, with mostly just good dreams. Okay, maybe this bed also has some
other special memories.. naked ones.
Holly throws her a Star Wars sleepshirt. It has 'Come to the Dark side.. we have cookies' printed on it, Gail grins widely, 'this is my kind of shirt.
I don't mind sharing your clothes Lunchbox, come hither..' she points to the shirt she's now wearing 'you like my cookies'. Holly laughs brightly, it's
good to hear that again, Gail realises. 'Luring me to the Dark side, Officer?' Holly grins cheekily, as she moves over the bed on her hands and knees.
When Holly is close enough, Gail grabs her by the scruff of her shirt and pulls her close, 'Kiss Me Now' she demands. 'As you wish..', and Holly
leans slowly forward, catching Gail's lips in a slow passionate kiss, slowly letting her tongue slip into Gail's mouth and she lets it dance a slow waltz
with Gail's. Gail moves her hands to Holly's sides, gripping them and pulling her as close as possible. She moans deeply, as Holly takes her lower
lip into her mouth. Gail rounds off the kiss, leaning slightly back, breathing heavily. She's catching her breath, pulling herself back together,
she doesn't want this to go any further tonight, she just wants to hold onto Holly. She slips further under the covers, pulling Holly with her, as much as
Gail makes believe she doesn't cuddle, she's becoming quite a fan of Holly-cuddles. She's laying half over Holly, on arm over her waist, and her head
in the crook of Holly's neck. As they drift to sleep, she finally feels she's home again. She grips Holly tighter, their bare legs tangled together.
This is home. Holly is her home. She assures herself that this is real, what a week ago she never thought she'd have again, is happening, and a few
happy tears fall on Holly's collarbone. They both sniffled a bit, emotionally drained but satisfied, holding onto each other and both falling into the
best night's sleep they've had in weeks.
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