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"Full moon," Frank commented, staring up at the night sky, absently caressing his sore neck. They had been home only a few short hours; just long enough to get settled and tuck the babies in for the night. It took a good amount of time to calm them down after they had arrived at the house. Katie quickly said her goodbyes to head home to her husband and Frank and Shay lavished plenty of attention on the kids. Now it was their time.
She smiled and joined him on the wicker loveseat they kept out on their bedroom balcony. "So it is," she agreed, bringing her knees up and over his bare thighs as she snuggled next to him. Smoothing out her satin robe over her legs, she couldn't help but grin over finding him out there, completely in the buff. Thank God it's nearly 3am. She laid a tender hand to the warm flesh of his chest and pillowed her head against his shoulder. "It's good to be home." When Frank nodded she looked up at him, her eyes locking onto his. "I missed you...so much, Baby."
His eyes closed briefly and he pressed a kiss to her forehead. "Same here. Actually, I never thought I would see you again."
Shay thought back to the debriefing, when Frank explained his part in Baxter's assassination attempt, Wingard's manipulation, Shay's abduction, and the reason behind Wingard's insanity. It was all like some warped nightmare and she was glad it was over.
"Frank..." she began. It was a question she had wanted to ask, but just had not found the right words.
He sank back, pulling away from her, as if he knew what she was going to ask. Please don't go there, Shay.
"Would you...have?"
He released a slow breath before his eyes found hers. What she saw in them said more to her than words could ever say. Tears formed in the corners of his eyes and she watched as he fought to blink them back. Her heart pounded furiously in her chest as the realization sank in of just how far he was willing to go for her. She prayed he never had to make such a choice or sacrifice for her ever again.
"Slide up a bit," she whispered into his ear softly.
"Why?" he asked huskily.
She ran her tongue along the shell of his ear before nibbling the tender lobe. At the same time her hand trailed slowly down his chest, over his abdomen, until she met her destination.
Frank groaned when her hand fell upon him, stroking him gently. His arousal came on swift and hard. "Shay Ashling Donovan," he growled softly, "just what..."
"Shhhh..." Again she urged him to slide forward a bit and when he complied with her wishes, she straddled him, wrapping her legs behind him.
Frank placed a firm hand to her back, stroking her through the shimmering material. Her robe gaped open and he took advantage, cupping one breast in his hand, kneading it urgently. His lips captured hers in a heated kiss as his thumb teased her hardened nipple. They were both breathing hard and heavy when they broke the kiss.
"I need you, Tiger," she pleaded desperately. "Like I've never needed you before."
He placed his hands on her hips and lifted her slightly while she guided his hardened shaft inside her welcoming sheath. When he was fully gloved within her, he rocked her slowly at first, determined to fulfill her needs. "I'll always need you," he moaned into her ear as she wound her arms around his neck, pressing her body against his.
He guided her movements in a rhythmic fashion, gaining in speed and intensity as the minutes passed. He kissed her continuously, not wanting to lose connection, needing the taste of her as much as he needed his release. They were nearly breathless and still could not stop the kiss. They hungered for each other with such desperation that he knew they would make love for many hours that night.
Shay whimpered as she broke the kiss. "Don't hold back, Tiger." She nipped softly at his bottom lip. "I need to feel you, every part of you." Her lips found his again briefly. "We'll start over," she whispered. "Touch and taste every inch of each other."
Frank groaned harshly. She was bringing him to the edge and he wanted to step over. She knew every button to push and it should bother him, but it didn't. "Tell me," he ordered softly.
Shay shook her head and bit her bottom lip lightly. Frank still guided her over him, up and down...around. "Give over to me, Franklin. Give me what's yours and I'll give you what's mine," she answered seductively.
Frank tensed the moment he heard her sharp intake of breath. He was so close, so close. He watched in complete awe as she threw her head back, her body quivering and shaking as she met her release. He knew she wanted to cry out, but did not want to have the entire neighborhood crash their party. Oh, God, he needed to let go, but first there was something he must hear. His left hand gripped the back of her head, forcing her to look at him. "Tell me...and I'm yours, mon cadeau."
She stilled suddenly, staring deep into his eyes. "I love you, Tiger," she answered his demand willingly. When he grasped her hips and thrust into her, he cried out softly as he met his release. She clung to him, kissing his neck, his shoulders, and all over his face.
With his face buried in her hair, he nodded against her shoulder. "I love you, too, Ash. It amazes me how much," he responded, breathless.
"You amaze me," she admitted, gently caressing his back.
"How's that?" he asked, lifting his head, a small smile crossing his lips.
"That you love me," she answered simply.
"My life, my love," he stated and kissed her deeply. He stood, lifting her up with him and carried her toward the bed. Their night had just begun.
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Love don't lie
It lifts you up
Takes you higher when high ain't enough
Love don't lie
It's stronger than steel
It's got the heart and emotion to heal
It's not as easy as it seems
When you can't even sleep in your dreams
Love don't lie
And that's the truth
Look me straight in the eye for the proof
That love don't lie
Yeah, love don't lie
~finis~
A/N -- Thanks to everyone for reading and following along on yet another bizarre adventure for Frank, Shay, and the gang. Again, thank you for the feedback, whether here, email, or the FLMB. Y'all rock! --Shelley
"Love Don't Lie" Lyrics by Def Leppard from their 2002 CD "X". All rights reserved.
