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Chapter Seven

Dan sat on the edge of his bed in complete shock. The evening had turned out much different than he had thought and better than he had hoped.

Blair had broken off her engagement. She wasn't going to get married, and she had feelings for him too. Knowing she felt the same way made him feel complete, and for the first time in a long time, happy.

He couldn't help but smile as he remembered the events. Blair slapping Louie, defending him, the way she held onto him after Louie left. It all felt too good to be true.

After Louie had left, Dorota had made a smart observation about the press outside their home and what it would look like if Mr. Humphrey didn't leave. He could tell Blair was torn, but made the decision for both of them. It was better this way. He at the loft and she at the Penthouse, but he couldn't sleep. All he could think about were the events in Blair's bedroom before Serena and Dorota had interrupted them.

He knew that they were moving a bit fast, but Blair was all he could think about, and now that he got to hold her, touch her, kiss her…the temptation was too much.

Knock knock knock…

A sudden knocking at the door brought Dan out of his thoughts.

Grabbing his shirt he looked at the clock. 2:34am.

He opened his bedroom door and hesitated, listening. Maybe he had imagined it.

Knock knock knock…

"Dan?"

Dan's heart fluttered at the sound of her voice. He didn't even remember crossing the dining room and living room as he flung open the loft door.

She was standing there in her Vera Wang jacket, her beautiful brown eyes searching his.

"Blair…" He started, but before he could utter another sound she was kissing him. It was hot and heavy, sending him stumbling backwards in surprise as she threw the door slamming it shut.

Her purse fell to the ground as well as her jacket as he pushed it off her shoulders, revealing a laced nightgown that made his heart race. He pulled back from her lips to look at her, taking in the beauty that he had fascinated about for so long. The nightgown was short enough to reveal her slender long legs, hugged her tightly around the waist, and dipped cleverly in a low V neck line giving him a tease of her breasts that were rising and falling rapidly with her nervous and flustered breathing. Her chest and neck were flustered red from their previous kiss, and as his eyes met hers again, he saw the desire burning in her eyes, the same desire that was burning in him.

Without a word, Dan slowly reached up and touched her face, letting his fingers graze her cheeks, gliding them gently downward, feeling the smooth skin of her neck as he bent in brushing his lips with hers in a soft kiss. Her lips eagerly moved against his as he deepened the kiss, continuing his hands in their descend, tracing her back, finally resting and circling around her waist, pulling her closer. He barely noticed her hands sneaking under his shirt until they were gradually moving up his warm back.

Every touch, every kiss fueled him, and before he knew what he was doing his hands had continued their descend, squeezing and massaging, causing her to moan softly into his mouth, as his hands finally dipped under the fancy lace to make contact with the soft warm skin he had only dreamed about. Slowly moving them backwards towards his room, he continued his explorations running his hands up her hips, to her waist, past her ribs, until he was finally in contact with her breasts which teasingly squeezed and massaged as he removed her nightgown completely, breaking their fevered kiss only to pick her up, causing her to laugh as he quickly guided them through his dining room and into his room.


Blair had gone to Dan's with honest intentions. After hours of lying awake in her own bed, she couldn't shake the overwhelming feeling of emptiness. She closed her eyes and imagined Dan's arms around her, the warmth of his body against her, but all her attempts resulted in more frustration—frustration that led her straight to his door without any thought to consequence, because all she really knew was that she needed him, and now here he was holding her, touching her, kissing her...carrying her.

She couldn't help but grin at the look of wonder on his face as he laid her down gently on his bed. Sitting up, she pulled his shirt up over his head, running her hands up and down his chest, tracing and grazing his skin as she pulled him in for another kiss. He pulled her tightly against him, settling her in his lap, wrapping her legs around his waist. She couldn't help herself and slowly moved her hips against his growing erection, causing him to moan into her mouth and roll her around and onto her back, making her gasp, as he returned the favor.

The teasing was becoming almost unbearable, as Dan's lips traveled down her neck, across her collarbone, and finally engulfed her breast, sucking and licking, sending her into an entire new state of bliss as she drug her nails up his back and into his hair, tugging playfully.

Sensing her frustration, Dan quickly slipped out of his boxers, paused briefly to make sure they were protected, then positioned himself above her.

She couldn't help but moan deeply as they finally became one. The feeling was overwhelming. It wasn't just the pleasure she was feeling, but the true sense of being where she belonged that rocked her and sent her reeling.

Their connection amazed her as Dan moved slowly above her, knowing what she wanted and when she needed it. He started slow, with grinding movements as he kissed and nipped at her lips, only picking up speed when she couldn't stand it any longer, dragging his lips down her jaw and neck, resting his head against her shoulder as they both reached their peak, coming undone in each other's arms.

Coming down from her high, she felt his lips graze hers lovingly.

The last thoughts she had as she rested her head on his chest, were of Dan.


Sunlight warmed Dan's face, waking him. Slowly he opened his eyes and smiled at the sight before him.

Blair laid against him, smiling contently in her sleep.

He didn't want to wake her, but couldn't stop himself from running his fingers down the soft bare skin of her arm and back, tickling her hip then thigh. She stirred next to him, her eyes slowly fluttering open.

"Good morning." She smiled.

"Good morning." He smiled back leaning in for a kiss.

It was soft and sweet, reminding Blair of all the reasons she loved this man lying next to her. Yes loved. It was becoming quite apparent to her that Dan Humphrey had won her over without her even realizing it. It honestly blew her away, the effect he had on her. The butterflies that were swarming threw her stomach still even after the night they had shared were evidence of that.

Dan pulled back and ran his hand up her back sending light chills and goose bumps up her arms and down her legs. She laid her head down on the pillow next to him and observed him watching her. His eyes were soft and happy, his jaw slightly open in a grin as he watched her.

"Tell me what you're thinking." She laughed lightly taking his hand in hers.

He watched her hand in his for a brief moment before looking back up at her.

"Honestly? I am wondering if this is real." He grinned.

"What? Of course it's real." She smiled.

"I know. It's just…" He hesitated smiling back at her. She looked beautiful lying in his bed, covered only in his sheets. He felt his desire burn again.

"Just what?" She asked sitting up slightly. That didn't help Dan much as her new position gave him a teasing glimpse of her left breast.

"I…" Dan started trying to keep focused. "I never thought this was possible. I had come to accept that it probably never would. But here you are."

"Yes, here I am." She smiled leaning forward. The kiss was soft but firm, and Dan knew it was meant to reconfirm what she had said—that it was real, and she was here with him, and that realization gave him new hope. Hope that a life with Blair was possible.

The kiss, like all their others only grew, until he was back on top of her, pulling at the sheet that separated them.

Knock knock knock…

They both froze.

"Were you expecting anyone?" Blair whispered.

"No."

They heard the door creak open.

"Dan?" Jenny's voice echoed into the loft.

"Oh my God!" Blair whispered fiercely grabbing the sheet around her, as Dan scrambled out of bed grabbing his boxers and shirt.

"Dan?" Jenny's voice came again, only this time Blair sensed suspicion in her voice.

"What…how should we handle this?" Dan whispered.

"Do you want her to find out about me right now? Like this?" Blair asked honestly. She and Jenny had this love hate relationship that was more towards hate currently. She didn't want to cause problems for Dan.

"Umm…" Dan laughed. "Maybe you should throw some clothes on. Wouldn't want you to meet Jenny as my girlfriend wearing my sheets."

Blair couldn't help but grin at the word 'girlfriend'. It was the first time he had said it. Dan noticed as well blushing slightly.

"Haha Humphrey." Blair smiled at his humor. "But must I remind you I came here only in my lace night gown and jacket—and I'm pretty sure your sister has discovered my jacket by now!"

The look of humor came across Dan's face and he was laughing again. Blair took the pillow next to her and threw it at him as he chuckled.

"Okay okay!" He laughed throwing his arms up in defense. "You didn't really think that through."

"I wasn't really thinking about clothes at the time Humphrey." She reminded him. The memories of the previous night came flooding back and it was all Dan could do to keep himself from kissing her.

"Hello?" Jenny's voice came again, only sounding closer to Dan's door.

"Dan!" Blair pleaded.

"Okay just stay in here and I'll think of something." Dan reassured slipping out of his bedroom, almost colliding with his sister.

"Dan!" She smiled hugging him.

"Hey Jenny!" He laughed hugging her tightly. "What are you doing in the city? I didn't think you would be back until the summer?"

"Dan…I texted you and told you Mom and I were going to be in the city looking at NYU." Jenny laughed.

"Oh! That's right. Colleges." Dan smiled. "Sorry, I guess I've just been a bit distracted."

"Umm yeah, I guess that's why there is a girl's jacket and purse lying in front of the front door?" Jenny grinned. "Who do you have in there?" She asked peaking behind him.

"No one right now." Dan said moving in front of her and pushing her towards the front door, but his sister just gave him a bull shit look. He was screwed.

"Jenny? Dan?" Dan and Jenny turned to see their mother Alison walk into the loft.

"Hey!" Dan smiled.

His mother wrapped her arms around him, squeezing tightly.

"I've missed you! How are you? How is the writing coming?"

"It's coming. Still waiting for a bit of inspiration to hit, but still trying to write every day."

Dan ignored Jenny's snickers.

"That's good. Never stop writing. And don't worry about the inspiration. It will hit you when you're not even expecting it." Alison smiled.

He couldn't help but laugh nervously at that one.

"Thanks." Dan smiled. "It was nice of you guys to come by and see me."

"Yeah, and we wanted to tell you about lunch at Lily's and Dads." Jenny spoke up.

"Mom? You at Lily's?" Dan grinned.

"I know. Shocking right? But I'm trying. I know Lily is a part of your lives now and I should make the best of it, and it would be nice to have you there to support me." Alison sighed.

"Well count me in." Dan said.

"Cool. I'll text Lily." Jenny smiled hugging Dan.

"Alright so I'll see you guys in a few hours!"

"Sounds good." Alison smiled.

He watched them leaving thanking God for small miracles, then watched in horror as his mother bent down to pick up Blair's jacket.

"And what do we have here?" She teased looking back at Dan.

"I wasn't going to say anything but I think Dan has a girl in his room." Jenny laughed making Alison laugh as well.

"Is this true Daniel?" She asked with a grin.

"Ah…" Dan was at a loss for words. What did he say?

"B.W.?" Alison read in confusion as she looked at the tag.

Dan watched the shock hit Jenny. Her wide eyes looked at him.

"No...way." She whispered.

"Jenny…" He warned.

"What?" Alison asked confused. "Do you know who B.W. is?" She asked Jenny.

"Is she in there right now?" Jenny gasped.

"Jenny please…" Dan started.

"Oh my God!" Jenny yelled.

"Jenny who is it?" Alison asked again. "Someone tell me what is going on."

"I think Dan should tell you mom…I…I have to go."

Jenny stormed out in a fury.

"Are you going to tell me who she is?" She asked Dan.

"Honestly, I'd rather you meet her in better circumstances if you don't mind." Dan pleaded.

Alison sighed and gently placed Blair's jacket on the chair next to her.

"Okay. How about at lunch today?"

"Mom I don't know if…"

"I'm leaving today Daniel. If you really care about this girl I want to meet her."

Dan sighed and paused.

"Okay…I'll talk to her about it, but I can't promise anything. It's complicated."

Alison looked at him with worried eyes.

"I understand." She sighed. "Just be careful Daniel. I'll see you later."

Then without another word she turned and walked out, closing the door behind her. Dan quickly ran over and locked it as his bedroom door flew open revealing Blair still wrapped in Dan's bed sheet.

"I can't come to that lunch with you Dan. You know I can't! The news of my broken engagement hasn't even been announced yet! Everyone still thinks I'm engaged!"

"It's okay." Dan said calmly walking over to her. "You're not going. I'll tell mom something…"

"But Jenny…" Blair started, but Dan silenced her with a quick kiss.

"…Is not going to tell anyone. I'll talk to her okay?"

"This isn't how I imagined this going." Blair sighed. "We kind of jumped the gun. I should have stayed home last night."

"Don't say that." Dan frowned. "I wouldn't change anything, especially last night."

Blair smiled at Dan's words and leaned up to capture his lips again.

"Just for the record though, if I could, I would love to go to lunch with you and meet your mom." She smiled.

"Someday soon." Dan smiled. "But I really should talk to Jenny before she does something stupid."

"Good idea." Blair agreed.


Jenny felt numb. She didn't know whether she was shocked, angry, confused….no she was all of those things.

Dan had understood what she was asking him right? And he didn't deny it right? It was Blair's jacket in the loft, and Blair in his bedroom! God she felt sick.

She felt like she was living in the twilight zone! She never should have left the city. What was Dan thinking? Blair was engaged! To the Prince of Monaco!

She felt her phone buzz again. Ugh. Another text from her brother.

Jenny we need to talk.

She hit ignore.

"Jenny?" Alison spoke up next to her. "Are you even listening to the guide?"

They were finally at NYU taking the tour of the campus, but all Jenny could think about was Dan and his secret affair with queen B. Even thinking it in her head felt wrong.

"Yes I'm listening mom." Jenny snapped.

"Okay…no reason to bite my head off sweetie. You just seem distracted. Are you sure you don't want to talk about it?" Alison tried again. She had been trying to get Jenny to confess to what she knew about Dan's mystery girl since they had left the loft, but her daughter wouldn't budge. It frustrated her but worried her as well.

"Again mom, it's something you should talk to Dan about."

"I tried talking to him but he doesn't seem to want to tell me about her, but you seem to know her."

"I don't even know if it was who I think…Dan didn't say." Jenny argued.

"No, but you seem pretty convinced, and Dan didn't deny it."

Jenny hated the fact that her mom was observant.

"Mom…" Jenny sighed heavily. "I really don't think I should say anything. If there is one thing I learned from my past is that news travels fast in the Upper East Side and it causes drama and I made a promise to myself when I left that I would stay away from drama."

"What do you mean? Are you saying you can't trust me? I won't tell anyone." Alison defended.

"Mom, I know for a fact that when I tell you who I think was in Dan's bedroom you will feel the need to tell dad, and he will tell Lily, and Lily will tell Serena, Eric, Chuck… oh God Chuck…yeah I would rather not share."

"Fine don't tell me." Alison sighed. "I'll just meet her when he brings her to lunch."

"He's bringing B…her to lunch?" Jenny gasped.

"I asked him to. He said he would try." Alison smiled.

"He isn't bringing her." Jenny laughed.

"And why do you say that?" Alison asked.

"Because mom it's…it's complicated." Jenny sighed.

"Funny. That's what Dan said." Alison said giving her daughter a quizzical look.


I know that it has been way too long guys and I apologize for that! But I will make it up to you! I know it seems the story has taken a little shift with new people/old characters being brought into the situation but I think it makes it a little more interesting. In fact, I wish we could see Jenny's reaction to Dan and Blair on the show, but I doubt it will happen, so we make it happen here! Plus there is more fun to come up in the next chapter with an interesting luncheon. Please let me know what you think! And thank you for reading, reviewing, and following!