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Comfort Zone
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Jill was sitting on the table in that simple restaurant when she saw Leon walk throught the door. Once they left Grant's apartment, they soon found a hostel where they could eat something and rest for a while. Leon mainly needed to change his clothes.
He spotted Jill quickly and walked to her table, sitting in front of her.
"You ordered a snack for me?" He asked.
"Sure, with orange juice as you requested." she gave him a warm smile.
"Thank you" he smiled to her before asking "You talked to Quint?"
"I did. I passed him the name that we found in the papers in the trash can and I told him about the red-haired friend. But I've been evaluating the reports he gave us and I realized that Paul Lopez is red-headed, would it be some coincidence?"
"Apparently not. Both left the B.S.A.A. in a short time. I believe there may be a connection.'
"I agree. Let's see what Quint will tell us about it."
Leon touched his neck and scratched it. Jill realized that the skin in this part was reddish."
"Is everything well with your neck?"
"It's a little itchy, I guess I had not rinsed it completely that time so it irritated my skin. It seems that it was quicklime."
"Yes, I think so."
"You thought and acted very fast. I'm so used to extreme situations, facing major threats that I do not know if I would have worried about such a small detaill but as important as this one. I know this could have burned my eyes, but maybe I'd not think about that at the time. Thanks for that."
The waitress came over bringing the two sandwiches and juice glasses, putting them on the table. Leon and Jill looked at the girl and thanked her. Leon took a sip before looking at Jill who started talking.
"No problem. I understand what you mean. In fact, this preoccupation with small details comes from the time when I was part of the S.T.A.R.S. As we used to rescue all kinds of workers, we happened to help them in difficult situations in their workplaces, which also involved building areas."
"Oh yes!" Leon put the glass back on the table and looked at her excited "Special Tactics And Rescue Squad, I would never forget it, it was indeed desired by anyone who would get to work in the RPD. I assume that my goal was to get to the S.T.A.R.S. soon. According to my tests that was exactly what would happen, my father would be very proud. Too bad we both didn't have the chance to work together, Jill." Leon smiled amicably.
Jill giggled and nodded, before getting serious again.
"What happened? Did I say something wrong?"
"No. Of course not. It's just that..." she sighed before continuing "It's so nostalgic, you know. I miss Raccoon City. I would also like we had met back there, it would mean that our lives would have followed a normal route and S.T.A.R.S. would not be only like dust in the desert after all this chaos caused by the damned virus."
"So True..." Leon lowered his head, clearly demonstrating that he did not know what to say.
'But if it's any consolation, I can tell you on behalf of our group that you would be very welcome to S.T.A.R.S. You survived Raccoon City and got this far, you seem a fearless officer and really committed to your job, qualities that would certainly make you a S.T.A.R.S., Leon" Jill gave him a slight smile.
"I feel honored to hear that from you." Leon said sincerely.
They looked at each other for some seconds before they both looked at the sandwiches, apparently willing to eat them. A moment of silent followed as they ate. When they finished eating, Leon leaned against the chair and stretched his legs taking the juice and Jill took a napkin wiping her mouth.
"Would you like to save a memory of this eating time?"
"How so?"
She pointed to the corner of her mouth and Leon soon got it, wiping his mouth with his hand and seeing the dirty finger with ketchup.
Jill chuckled and shook her head and Leon did the same.
"I guess I'll take one more glass of juice."
"Ok. I'll take a shower and get some sleep, I'm very sleepy." She said standing up and reaching out for him "The key please."
"Sorry, but you just handed me the key to my room."
"Our room." Jill raised an eyebrow. "Prices in this place are scarier than zombies" She put her hand in her pocket and handed him a card "I have not used your card, there is no need to pay for another room. We can be good in the same room, they are just a few hours of sleep."
"It is ... If you prefer I can also rest in the car, so you can stay more comfortable."
"In so many years and so many different missions, you think I never had to sleep with my former partner?" Jill frowned "This is just a common situation for me. I'm in my comfort zone, not a big deal. You don't need to worry"
"I am not." Leon shrugged, trying to show he was as comfortable as she was with that.
Jill turned and walked two steps before stopping and turning to him with a funny look.
"Or are you the one not comfortable here?"
Before he could answer, she turned and continued walking towards the room. In a way Jill felt good for acting exactly how she would act if she was with Chris, naturally. They would sleep for six hours only and they would come back to the road, it was not necessary to make Leon pay for another room, only one was enough for them to rest. And that's all.
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Leon opened the apartment door and realized that everything was clear, Jill was in the shower still probably. He walked to the bed, removed the shirt and shoes and lay down. He was in the same position for several minutes when he saw her come out of the bathroom, with wet hair, wearing a shirt and trousers.
It was easy to understand why those clothes she was wearing were simple, comfortable and especially chosen not to look sexy, but Leon still was attracted to look at her.
No matter what were Jill's outfit, she was still beautiful, delicate and very sensual. Leon realized that sleeping next to a woman like her would not be an easy task at that moment, his male head start to fantasize things, although he did not want that.
It was easy to stay focused, controlling their words and actions, but in a moment of rest like that in his thinking, where he was alone and didn't need to hide anything from anyone, Leon knew it would be different.
Jill passed by him leaving a delicious fragrance of flowers behind, Leon tried to look at the cell phone, pretending to not look at her. That situation was really weird, though he was already creating an intimacy with her and it was not difficult to bring any subject they could talk about, Leon felt a little blocked and that was new for him.
Did he feel uncomfortable to assume to himself that after seeing her passing with wet hair and smooth aroma his mind automatically imagined how she would be like without all those clothes? Leon shrugged, he was a man and his mind would obviously fly next to Jill in a moment like that. It was not necessary to feel bad about it.
Jill lay down on the other side of the double bed and he felt her move the bed. Each one was covered with a different blanket, but Leon was wondering what if they were under the same and their feet accidentally meet.
"Good rest, Leon." she said interrupting his thoughts.
Jill turned out the light.
"You too."
For the first time Leon had a woman not only beautiful, but also interesting in his bed and could not touch her. Surely that was torture, now it would be difficult to sleep.
Leon was right, he realized he didn't sleep well when he heard the alarm clock from his cell and got his hand to turn it off. It was nine o'clock at night, the time that they agreed to return to the road, as both preferred to drive during the night.
Leon was sleepy because it took him long to sleep. He saw the bathroom light was on and when he sat down on the bed, she saw her reflection through the door aperture. Leon could not help, he bent his head slightly to the side and he saw Jill's face reflected in the mirror, so he approached the wall to be able to see her better. She buttoned her bra and Leon thought that if he had waken up a few seconds before, perhaps he would have seen something else.
Leon stood up so that he could see her whole body and he didn't regret, she was still wearing panties.
A perfect body, it was how he could describe it. The fair skin contrasted with the dark blue lingerie, leaving her extremely sexy.
Leon felt bad about watching her like that after fantasizing about her for a long time before sleeping and now that fate placed in his hands an opportunity like that, he could not help. After all, first of all, he was a man. But his best part made Leon return to the starting position, where the only thing he could see was the bathroom light.
Trying to tame his own thoughts he sat on the bed until Jill came out of the bathroom.
"Hello" She said walking to his boots that were next to bed. She sat in the chair next to Leon "I thought you'd be asleep, didn't you ask me to wake you up?"
"Yes, but I woke up with the alarm clock. " He said walking to the bathroom. "Thank you anyway."
Leon went into the bathroom and realized he was annoyed. It rarely happened, but it was understandable in that occasion, he had slept little and badly and felt different on Jill's attitude. For her, everything could seem natural, but not for him. He never had a partner for a long time to face a situation like that.
While Leon brushed his teeth, he looked in the mirror and smiled provocative. Although he knew that Jill was acting naturally, he felt that she had put him out of his comfort zone and in a way he realized he wanted revenge. Leon could not avoid the competitive feeling that he felt, but he decided to control it. He just hoped that nothing else happened until they returned to the road, where the mission would be the focus again.
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Jill had put her boots and her jacket over the tank top. Now she was brushing her hair so she could make a ponytail. When she pulled the elastic to twist it, the elastic broke, falling at Leon's feet who was coming out of the bathroom.
Jill looked and saw that Leon had wet hair, he was shirtless with a towel over his shoulder. She could not help but admiring his beauty and masculinity. Jill took a deep breath, regaining her self-control. At that moment she wished that he was Parker. Jill knew she would not feel that way with Parker and it would not be hard to stay focused.
Jill opened her mouth to tell Leon that he didn't need to, but Leon was already crouched taking her elastic.
"Do you have another one?" He asked.
"No, but ..." she tried to say.
"Then I'll help you." He said approaching her with a provocative smile.
'What is he doing?' she thought worried. Although Jill was pretending to treat it naturally. Seeing Leon approaching her shirtless with that smile on his lips left her terrified, like a teenager again.
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Hello
So this chapter we had them talking about S.T.A.R.S and we had that awkward moment in what they need to sleep together. The funny thing is that Jill was the one to decide that... Do you guys think she is trying to prove herself she is control of the situation? Lol
Considering Leon is able to flirt even in mission, althought he doesn't lose his focus, can you imagine what are his real thoughts? I think she really put him out of his comfort zone, now it seems he wants to put Jill out of her comfort zone too... Omg!
(Now a question for the girls )Can you girls imagine how it would be like to see Leon approaching shirtless with wet hair? Pooooooor Jill! Let's see what she'll do to keep focused. :D
I hope you guys had nice holidays! Thanks for all the reviews!
Cya you guys next week! XoXo
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Mercenary Nemesis: Oooh I was thinking about that and I decided to really add it after I read your review loool Kindda awkward moment to Leon only it seems. What did you think, darling? :D
But now Jill will have to face Leon close to her in a sexier way... It seems she is in trouble. :D
Thank you very much, sweetie. Hope you have a great weekend. Kissssssssssssssssss.
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Mister-Valentine: Hey dearrr! And this one was nostalgic again. Nostalgy will be part of their lives, specially because of Raccon City I think.
About the names, not in this case. Mr. Muller is just an ordinary man for now. :D
I think they would not lose their focus in order to do something silly, but of course those akward moments can bring them feelings and thoughts, something nobody can really control. :D and this chapter was full of akward moments... a Big one for Jill by the end.
Thanks sweetieeeeeeeeeee! kissssssssssssssssss.
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B-I-T-W4Ever : My ficfriend! I'm really glad to see you back. Try to add an extra e-mail for this account, so you won't lose it in the future. :)
Yeah, they are getting closer, I hope you liked this chapter too! Have a great weekend sissss! kissssssssssssssssss
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Spartan10007: Claire? Let's see :) thank you so much dear, have a greaaaaaaaat weekend! :)
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borismortys : Ooh you really made my day! You know sometimes people can think Jill was strong and prepared for some bad situations. But I totally agree with you, as you see, no matter how hard you are, the things she had to see and do were too much strong for any person, so for sure she would have her traumas. I'm really happy and thankful for your review, dear. Hope you have a great weekend! :)
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Mayra.713.g: Sissssssssssssssss! I had great holidays, hope you too. Yeaaah, she calling him Leon meant a looooot for sureee! It was really nice to write her unlock that door, I really think that can mean a lot to her :) Im really glad you liked that sissssssssssssssss. About Africa, soon soon lol :D Thanks sweetie. Have an amazing weekened! Big Kissssssssssssssssss..
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