N/B. Here you go my friends, chapter 4. Thank you all so much for the lovely reviews, it keeps me adding! This one's for you mlsfan49.. Another love scene amongst other things (adult content alert) lol.

******

Chapter 4 Sam's Leaving

******

Last night had been lovely. All the friends had eaten together and spent the evening chatting, drinking and dancing. Donna was so happy that Rosie and Tanya loved Sam too. She wouldn't give him up for anyone, not now, not ever.

Donna woke the following morning, her head ached from too much alcohol and the sun from the window was hurting her eyes. She had never been able to just have a few. Being back with the Dynamos, especially Tanya, was just like old times.

"Urghhh." She groaned, turning round to face Sam.

Sam wasn't there. An empty space on his side of the bed. Running her hand over the sheet, the fabric holding no heat where Sam had slept. Donna realised he must have been gone for quite some time.

"SAM?" Donna shouted, sitting upright in bed. The room slightly spinning. "Ouch." She groaned, closing her eyes momentarily, massaging her throbbing temples.

There was no reply. Donna got up.

Searching through the bathroom cabinet, she came across the painkillers. "Come to momma." She whispered, swallowing a few with a sip of water.

Splashing cold, sobering water on her face, she continued to brush her teeth before moving to the bedroom to get dressed. Pulling on her crisp white shirt and trusty blue dungerees, Donna headed for the door.

Heading down the stairs, she came across Eddie at the reception desk.

"Morning Donna." Said Eddie with a smile.

"Morning Eddie." She replied. "Have you seen Sam this morning?"

"Ermm yeah… He had breakfast with Harry and Bill, then said something about going to the mainland." Eddie finished.

"Thanks Honey." Donna said, heading out to the courtyard.

Thoughts were running through her head - Why had Sam got up so early this morning and not woken her? Why was he going to the mainland, when his flight was not leaving until later that night?

******

Donna found Tanya and Rosie on the beach. They were sitting on sun loungers and sipping Bloody Marys that Pepper had prepared for them.

"Morning Donna." Tanya and Rosie said together.

"Ermm yeah, good morning." Replied Donna, her mind obviously on other things.

"You alright Don?" Asked Rosie, looking concerned.

Tanya motioned for Donna to sit down next to her on her chair. Donna sat and buried her bare feet into the warm sand, her headache slowly easing.

"What is it Chiquitita?" Tanya asked, stroking Donnas hair.

Donna loved the way her two best friends could always tell when something was on her mind.

"It's Sam." Donna finally answered. "He's gone."

"What do you mean, gone?" An even more concerned Rosie asked.

"I woke up this morning and he wasn't there," she paused, "and I spoke to Eddie, who said Sam had gone to the mainland, but why? His flight isn't until late tonight."

Rosie and Tanya started to giggle. They knew something.

"What's so funny?" Donna asked her friends. She realised they knew why Sam wasn't here.

"Sam hasn't gone to New York," said Tanya, "he had to go run a few errands." She finished, winking at Rosie.

Donna caught on.

"What kind of errands?" She asked, with a sly smile.

"That would be telling and besides, you'll find out yourself this evening." Answered Rosie, poking her tongue out at Donna.

The three friends laughed. Donna felt so much better now. Sam had left without saying goodbye because he was planning a surprise for her. He is so romantic she thought.

******

Sam left a small shop on the mainland. As he walked towards the ferry to take him back to Kalokairi, his mind wandered back to Donna and his impending trip back to New York - There was a lot to sort out, what with his business, packing his things up and of course, informing his sons. How would they take the news about his new wife and the fact he was moving to Greece for good?

Although his divorce from Lorraine had been a bitter one, their sons were still close to their mother and he was almost sure she would have something to say about the situation once she found out.

As he boarded the ferry, Sam looked at his watch. Only a few hours to prepare Donnas surprise and seeing as it was their last evening together before he went away, Sam wanted to make it a special one.

******

She still hadn't seen Sam, but Donna couldn't help smiling to herself. What was he planning? She thought, as she finished folding the laundry. She also thought that doing the chores would help her keep her mind occupied, but all she could think about was her and Sam and of course, Sophie.

Her daughter had only been gone a few days, but Donna missed her baby girl like crazy. For 20 years, her and Soph had been inseparable and now she was off exploring the world with Sky. Who knew when they would return?

Donna's train of thought was interrupted when she heard Pepper calling her name.

"Coming!" She called, turning to leave the laundry room.

Pepper was stood in the courtyard holding a large white box.

"This is for you." He said, handing Donna a note.

"Well thank you." She said, taking it and reading and reading it to herself.

A huge smile spread across Donna's face. It was from Sam.

**My Darling Donna,

Meet me at 'our' spot on the beach at 6 o'clock and wear this!

Sam x**

Donna giggled as Pepper handed her the box.

"Have fun." He said, giving her a cheeky wink.

"Thanks." Donna replied blushing. "Haven't you got a beach bar to tend to?… Tanya's down there." She continued winking back at him.

Pepper took off like lightening towards the beach. Donna shook her head and laughed. That boy really has got it bad she thought.

She walked across the courtyard with the box and headed to her room. Donna couldn't wait to see what Sam had bought her. In fact, she couldn't wait until tonight, her last few hours with him before his flight.

Laying the white box down on her bed, Donna slowly pulled off the lid and pushed back the bright pink tissue paper. Lifting the most gorgeous dress out of the box, she gasped. It was beautiful - cream in colour with a small, pale blue flower pattern running through it. It was strapless and fitted at the waist, it's silky fabric soft to the touch.

Donna held it against her in front of the mirror. Falling just below the knee, it was perfect, Sam was perfect.

She laid the dress down on the bed and went to the bathroom to get ready for her 'date' with her husband.

Letting the warm water flow over her sun kissed body, Donna thought about Sam's note - 'our' spot on the beach, he had written.

After her night with Sam all those years ago, she very rarely ventured back there. Almost avoiding it in fear of stirring up the emotions she had held down for so long.

It was the place where he had broken her heart - Shortly after making love to her, Sam had announced his engagement and how he was leaving Greece. Strong words had been spoken, although mainly by her.

Donnas heart ached just thinking about it.

Letting her hand slide from her hair, down over her breast, Donna brought it to rest on her flat tummy. With her eyed closed tight, she hoped more than ever, it was the night Sophie had been conceived.

******

Sam was stood at the bar with Bill and Harry, who were waiting for Rosie and Tanya.

"So what have you guys got planned for this evening?" Sam asked his two new friends.

"We're waiting for the girls and going to the mainland for dinner." Answered Harry, taking a sip of his bright pink cocktail.

"Yeah, we've been told by Tanya to vacate the island tonight." Added Bill, giving Sam a knowing wink.

"Oh really?" Said Sam with a sly smile, taking a sip of his own drink.

Sam had already given the hotel staff the night off. He wanted to be completely alone with his new wife, if only for a few hours. Since their surprise wedding a few days ago, Donna had been busy with the hotel guests and catching up with the Dynamos. Tonight was their time.

"Hey, haven't you got somewhere to be?" Asked Bill noticing the time.

Sam glanced up at the clock hanging behind the bar. It was 10 minutes to 6.

"Yes I have." Answered Sam enthusiastically.

"Have a good night." Said Bill, jokingly saluting Sam. "But remember, I'll be back with the boat at 9 to take you to the mainland."

"Thanks, I'll be at the Jetty." Sam replied, turning and leaving for the beach.

******

Everything was set. Sam had prepared a romantic picnic on the beach for Donna. He laid the large blanket down on the sand and opened the champagne that had been on ice for an hour before.

Sam checked his watch as he poured out two glasses. It was 6 o'clock and Donna would be there at any moment. Placing the bottle back in the ice bucket, Sam noticed a figure walking across the sand towards him.

"Wow!" Said Sam, as Donna came closer. "You look stunning." He added, looking her up and down.

"Do you like it?" Donna asked, giving him a quick twirl.

"It's beautiful… you're beautiful." Replied Sam, stepping forward to greet her with a kiss.

"Thank you so much baby, I love it." Said Donna, kissing him back.

Sam passed Donna a glass of champagne, not once taking his eyes off her. The light of the silvery moon highlighting her flawless, radiant skin.

"To us… Mr. and Mrs. Carmichael." Said Sam, clinking glasses with his wife.

"To us." Added Donna, taking a small sip of the bubbly amber liquid.

The pair sat down on the blanket, unable to resist planting tender kisses on each others lips.

Donna looked around the secluded part of the beach, her heart beating anxiously, as she remembered 'their spot'. Sam knew exactly what she was thinking.

"I often thought about this place." He said softly, a cheeky twinkle in his eyes.

Donna bit her bottom lip seductively, "Oh me too."

It was true, even though she hardly ever came here, Donna often thought about how they had made sweet love in the sand, blocking out the aftermath of bad memories.

They both giggled.

"Are you hungry?" Asked Sam, pointing to the picnic hamper.

Donna looked deep into his eyes and leaned closer to him, breathing in his manly scent. "Only for you." She replied.

Sam didn't need to hear any more. Pulling Donna into his arms, his mouth eagerly meeting hers. She tasted so good, sensationally sweet like pure honey. He could only just stop himself taking her right then.

"I love you so much." He whispered, running his fingers through her soft, golden waves.

"I love you." Donna responded, pushing Sam back onto the blanket and slowly climbing on top to straddle him.

Pinning Sam's arms to the blanket above his head, Donna slowly yet forcefully kissed his neck, before turning her attention back to his mouth. Her tongue licking and teasing him. Sam let out a small groan, she was driving him crazy.

They continued to kiss passionately as Donna let go of his arms, allowing her to run her fingers through his hair. Sam was finally free to run his hands down her womanly curves. She shook slightly, as his touch sent what felt like, shockwaves, up and down her spine.

Sam was more aroused than ever. Donna kept him wanting, needing more.

"Make love to me baby." Pleaded Sam, between hot passionate kisses.

Donna giggled, "Not yet."

"You're a tease woman." He moaned whilst reaching around Donna's back to unzip her dress.

Her dress slipped just enough to expose her breasts. Donna's eyes closed, she let out a soft groan as Sam took her into his mouth, sucking and licking her erect nipples. Donna's hand slid down between their bodies, gently caressing her husband though his pants, before finally unzipping them to release him. Their attention was then turned back to each others mouths, as Donna got to work on Sam's shirt buttons.

"Sam?" Donna breathed still kissing his mouth, their hands everywhere.

"Hummm?" Was all Sam could reply with, his tongue forcefully probing her mouth.

Donna pulled back and looked deep into Sam's eyes. A look of trust, but most of all, need, on her face.

"Make love to me." She said gently, cocking her head to one side.

"Not yet." He whispered.

It was his turn to tease her.

Sam reached under Donna's dress and moved her underwear to the side. Plunging his fingers deep into her. She was tight, warm and wet. Donna moaned as her lower body tensed around his fingers. Sam knew he couldn't make her wait anymore, his hands moving to Donna's waist. She raised her hips and slowly allowed Sam to penetrate her. Their breathing quickened, their bodies moving in perfect rhythm. Donna's body gripping Sam's length with every deep thrust, small moans escaping her.

"I've dreamt about being here with you again, for so many years." Whispered Sam into Donnas ear.

"Oh Sammmm." Donna whispered back, pushing harder and deeper onto him.

The sea crashed against the rocks, drowning out the sound of their increasing lustful moans. Their pace quickened and they both knew they couldn't last much longer.

"Sam, I'm there." Donna howled, throwing her head back and emitting a low groan.

This gave Sam the permission he needed to release as well. His back arched, his grip tightened on Donna's hips. "Oh Donna." He whispered, closing his eyes. He was right there with her.

Donna collapsed onto Sam's bare chest, trying to catch her breath.

"Oh my god." She giggled after a minute or so.

"My sentiments exactly." Sam replied, still out of breath.

Donna rolled to lie at the side of Sam, as he pulled the rest of the blanket around them. Resting her head on his chest, she looked up into the clear night sky. This evening had been perfect, but she knew Sam was leaving in an a few hours and couldn't stop a stray tear rolling down her cheek.

"Hey, what's wrong sweetheart?" Asked Sam after feeling the warm teardrop fall onto his skin.

Donna raised her head to look at him.

"I'm just a little sad that's all, with you going to New York tonight." She answered. "I'll miss you so much."

"Oh baby." Sam said, raising his head to kiss her on the forehead. "I'll be back before you know it." He continued, "and I'll be thinking of you every minute."

Donna smiled, she knew Sam was right. It was only for a few days and then they would be back in each others arms forever.

***

As Donna laid in the crook of Sam's arm, she gazed back up to the sky. The stars twinkling like brilliant diamonds against a black velvet backdrop. She couldn't have felt happier. They were living the dream they had both talked about all those years ago.

Sam's breathing had slowed back to its regular pace and Donna realised he had drifted off into a light sleep. Pulling his wrist towards her face, the time on his watch told her she had to wake him. Turning slightly, Donna moved her hand delicately across his chest. Sam's body twitched under her tender touch.

"Sam." Donna whispered into his ear. "Sam darling."

Sam's eyed opened as he turned his head towards his wife.

"It's after 8, you have to go soon." She added regrettably.

Pulling her closer to him, Sam kissed her forehead.

"Come on, lets go." He replied softly.

***

They adjusted their clothes and packed the blanket into the unused hamper. It was no surprise neither of them felt hungry.

Walking back towards the hotel, following the distant glowing lights, Sam held Donna's hand tight. She walked a little slower than him, not wanting to reach their destination so soon.

***

Back in the courtyard, Sam set the hamper down and kissed Donna sweetly on the lips.

"I'll be right back." He said, as he let go of her hand and ran up the stairs to their room.

Donna stood there, her body shivered slightly in the cool night air that surrounded her. Sam reappeared through the doorway, a jacket in one hand, his holdall in the other.

"Walk with me." He ushered, taking Donna by the hand once more.

As they reached the stairs leading back to the beach, Sam stopped and turned to Donna.

"I have something for you." He said placing his bag and jacket down, before pulling a small red box out of his pocket.

Donna looked down at his hands, as Sam slowly lifted the velvet lid. Inside was a shiny gold wedding ring, small diamonds running round it.

"Oh Sam." Donna whispered.

Taking it out of the box, Sam held it up, slowly rolling it round in his fingers.

"Read it." He said.

Donna held his hands steady, as she read the inscription engraved around the inside - "Finally Together Forever"She whispered, reading it out.

Tears sprang to her eyes, holding her breath, she couldn't speak anymore.

Sam took her hand and removed the simple gold band he had placed on her finger in the Chapel. Replacing it with her new ring, Sam kissed Donna's hand.

"Twenty one diamonds." He whispered. "One for every year I have loved you."

Donna looked up at Sam, tears now rolling down her face. Her heart was beating faster than ever before.

"I don't know what to say." She finally whispered, looking deep into Sam's eyes. "Other than, I love you, I love you, I love you." She finished grabbing hold of Sam's face and pulling him down towards her.

With their noses touching, Sam whispered, "I love you too darling." Before planting sweet kiss after kiss on her lips.

Sam finally broke away and glanced at his watch. Touching his wife's cheek, he didn't have to say anything. Donna knew it was time for him to go.

"I'll call you as soon as I land and I promise I'll call you so often, you'll be sick of me by the time I get back." He said smiling.

"Never." Donna replied, closing her eyes to stop her tears falling again.

Pulling her close, Sam his mouth over hers. Their tongues desperately dancing with one another.

"Bye sweetheart." Sam whispered hesitantly pulling away.

"Bye." Donna whispered back, slowly losing her grip of his hand as he picked up his belongings and turned to leave.

Sam started down the old stone steps to the beach, turning his head every few steps to see if Donna was still there.

She watched him walking away until his figure disappeared into the shadows of the night, tears blurring her vision. Donna looked down at Sam's gift, she twirled it around on her finger and repeated the engraved words that were now etched in her mind. "Finally Together Forever." She whispered one more time.

*******

A/N. Thanks for reading guys (sorry it was a bit long), hope it wasn't too boring lol. Please review. Next chapter - All Alone.. Not a very long one, but leading up to Sam's return.

Liv x