Just borrowing them Janet
Ranger Drops In
Time moves so much quicker when you are very busy. Stephanie's Open House came and went. It had been very successful. She had more orders, more contacts, and more work to do. The line was coming together. The fashion show had been a smashing success. She had glimpsed Ranger in the audience. He had arrived and disappeared like smoke in the wind. She had felt the tingle in her neck. Looking around she spied his character in the back of the audience. She suspected that Ram and Woody were nearby. He did not approach her and she did not hunt him out.
Dropping her bag on the one of the beds at the hotel, she fell onto the other in exhaustion. She woke up suddenly to a soft knock on the door. Instantly awake and on alert, Stephanie peeked through the peephole in the door. Ranger stood waiting. Opening the door Stephanie stepped aside and he slipped quickly in and closed the door softly. She could only stand there, mouth opened at the sight. Ranger looked exhausted. His face had an unhealthy pallor to it. Stephanie couldn't believe the change.
She quickly reached for his hand and guided him to the empty bed. She pushed on his chest to sit down. He didn't struggle as she bent down and removed his cowboy boots. Next, she removed his hat, followed by his shirt. He looked at her. "Babe, any more and I will not be responsible for my actions." Stephanie smiled. Sidling up to him she stood between his legs. Putting her hands on his strong, muscular chest, she pushed hard. Ranger fell back onto the bed. He had not even realized that she had quickly changed and was wearing his shirt and panties. Unfortunately, he was too tired to appreciate the view right now. He slowly wriggled out of his pants. Stephanie climbed onto the bed. Climbing under the covers Ranger sighed and pulled her to him. Guiding him to her, she murmured in his ear. "Sleep Ranger. We will discuss everything in the morning." Ranger sighed. Stephanie lay with her head on his shoulder. She had her back to his front. Their breathing slowed and they slept.
Morning found Stephanie laying on top of Ranger. She woke up to him playing with one of her curls that was dangling precariously around his nipple. Seeing her eyes open, he gently pulled it, watching it stretch out then spring back. His other hand started to move, almost of its own violation. Stephanie shuddered. She had not been near Ranger for some time. He knew just which spot she responded to the most. His hand travelled further. A soft moan escaped her mouth. Ranger smiled. He continued on his quest. She could feel his erection pressing against her. Her nails raked down his chest. He in turned moaned a little. There was a flurry of movement and Stephanie found herself flipped over and Ranger on top. He looked in her eyes. She grasped him around the waist with her legs and pulled him to her. She matched him move for move. Finally sated, they fell back on the pillows, chests heaving. She was feeling quite boneless at the moment, but turned with enough energy to lay beside him, playing with his chest muscles with her fingers. Ranger's chest muscles twitched . He played his hand over her back, rubbing gently up and down.
Finally, having caught their breath, they moved together once again. This time, they made love slowly, savoring each other. It was a different experience this time. They knew each other's little spots of sensory overload, and used them for their partners pleasure. It was a shared experience. Once again, they lay completely tangled together. This time, they fell asleep in each others' arms.
Stephanie woke up to Ranger smiling at her. She smiled back. "Missed you, Batman." He chuckled and held her to him. "I have missed you so very much Babe. I am sorry that I couldn't see you before I left. They called and we were on the plane less than an hour later." Stephanie gently wriggled until she could sit up. She leaned against the headboard. Ranger moved and joined her. The sheet now lay dangerously low. Stephanie refused to look or there would be no more discussion for awhile. She'd take him again, only this time, she would be the aggressor. "Babe, I'd love you to drive, but I have to go soon. Unfortunately, we do need to do some planning." He climbed out of bed and headed for the shower. Stephanie licked her lips. That was one fine ass. Ranger smiled and looked back. He continued to the door of the bathroom. He left the door open, and she could hear the water turning on in the shower. Quickly jumping out of bed, she followed him into the shower. The meeting would wait.
Saving water, they showered together. Mind you, it was a long shower. Finally they emerged, feeling much better. Ranger quickly dressed in his discarded clothes while Stephanie had her hotel supplied robe on. She had attempted to work on her hair. Finally giving up, she put down the brush. Ranger was sitting at the table. She sat in the other chair. The breakfast she had ordered from Room Service had arrived. Ranger was eating his bagel with lox. She smothered cream cheese on hers. In between bites, they discussed what had happened, and what was in the works.
"Babe that's what we have now. We have been in five states. We seem to be one jump behind Gerry Keepner. Just as we get close to him, he moves on. So far, he has either raped or killed ten women. They are all loners, tall, blonde, and like to hang out at bars and nightclubs. He is working primarily in country settings so far. We know that he takes odd jobs during the day, and hangs out at night in different clubs. Woody and Ram have seen through a number of his disguises, but he managed to escape as they closed in. I am the distraction in the bars. We figure he is getting ready to strike again. He usually goes about two to three weeks between attacks.
Stephanie licked her fingers. Ranger's eyes took in every movement. He started to fidget. Ignoring him, Stephanie spoke. "Ranger, why are you three doing this? I thought that people like Morelli were brought in undercover to take care of scum like him."
Ranger mentally shook his thoughts back to the present. "Unfortunately, it seems he has a spidey sense like you do, but for law enforcement personnel. So far, he is suspected of killing three undercover agents, and a fourth is missing. They brought us in as we are new and have no ties to law enforcement. Unfortunately, we suspect that he is starting to get a read on Woody and Ram. I may need to switch them out if this goes much further."
Stephanie shuddered. She really did not want to be anywhere near this man. He sounded well and truly dangerous. Changing her focus, she mentally checked his schedule for that evening. Ranger would be performing in a small town not far from Florence. She was leaving tomorrow for her next destination.
Thinking quickly, she said, "Could I come and see you tonight? I really loved the music you sent me. I don't have to leave until check out tomorrow and it is a short drive to Lexington, my next stop-over. "
Ranger smiled a happy smile. "I'd love you to come, Babe. I will have them save you a table close to the front. Just say you are a guest of Hi and they will seat you. Ram and Woody will be near. Maybe we can have dinner after the show?"
Ranger stood up. He had to leave so that he could do his final sound check. He grabbed her and gave her a mind melting kiss. He whispered in her ear. "I miss you so much, Babe. I really appreciate you helping me out. I could have done it all, but I am having trouble concentrating on doing everything and still staying sharp to try to catch this guy. "
Stephanie had melted into him. "I am happy you thought of me, Ranger. I am in the area anyway and will help all I can. I need you guys to be safe. No heroics, please. He will be caught hopefully before he hurts anyone else. After this is over, we do need to talk, though."
Ranger nodded. He had to finish this mission first and then he could devote his time to showing Stephanie how he really felt. The thought of that damn ring in his safe bothered him to this day. He had handled the situation the only way he knew how to, but after being on the road and away from her for so long, he knew that if they ever had a chance to make something of their relationship, he would have to make the first move.
Giving her another kiss, this one full of promise, he stepped away, grabbed his guitar and walked to the door. Kissing her one more time lightly on the lips, he opened the door and slid through, closing the door quietly.
Deafening silence permeated the room. Stephanie stood still. She could feel his lips on hers. She remembered the feeling of laying safely in his arms, feeling protected and loved. Sighing, she collected herself and headed to the bathroom. She had a lot to do today and if she wanted to see his performance tonight, she better get to it.
