To all my desperate readers and friends: How about a short little chapter to hold you over until I post again on Saturday? Hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving! And thank you for all of the great reviews!
Callie's dark eyes fluttered open, blinking a few times as they struggled to focus in the nearly dark room. She couldn't stop the smile that spread across her face as she took in the sight of her daughter squeezed between her and Arizona, her head on her Mommy's chest and her bottom pressed up against her Momma's abdomen. She looked so peaceful as she slept safe and happy between the two of them. The Latina let her gaze rove over the blonde as her light curls blended with Sofia's dark locks. She had missed being able to just look at her, especially during moments like this when she wasn't aware she was being observed. Arizona had such a natural beauty to her that would often take her breath away. Even tousled from sleep, Callie's heart clenched as she took in her long lashes where they rested on her cheeks just above a light smattering of freckles. Her creamy skin was flushed from sleep and her pink lips were parted slightly. As the Latina watched, the flush deepend and a slim tongue slipped out to wet those captivating lips.
Dark eyes darted up to meet amused blue.
"You were watching me sleep" she murmured sleepily. It wasn't a question so much as a statement. Arizona had been well aware of Callie's fondness of watching while she slept and at one time in had been a private joke of sorts between them. She smiled as she remembered waking up like this many times in the past.
Callie's smile was instant and breathtaking. "It's not my fault you are so gorgeous even in your sleep" she murmured as she reached out to brush her hair from her face, trailing her fingers over the softness of her skin. Pressing into her touch, Arizona's eyelashes fluttered and closed as she sighed in contentment. "I think I could wake up like this almost every day of my life and never get tired of it" she whispered, her hand sliding up Callie's arm.
"Almost every day?" the brunette teased, knowing exactly why she had added on the disclaimer.
Blue eyes found brown again and Arizona laughed lightly at the mischievous look on Callie's face. "Mmm. Yep. Almost every day." she winked as Sofia squirmed between them. Stroking their daughters head, the peds surgeon gazed at the little girl. "She is so amazing. We are so lucky to have her"
Callie's heart ached with the love she held for both of her girls. "We are" she said simply as she reached to grasp Arizona's hip, pulling them both in a little closer.
They lay there together for a few more minutes just enjoying the quiet peacefulness of the early morning. It wasn't long though before Sofia was waking up and stretching in the small space between her mommies. Seeing that Arizona was awake, she grinned up at her.
"Hey there, little miss, did you sleep well?"
Nodding her head, her happiness was obvious. "I love slumber parties!" she said as she snuggled in against both of her mothers.
"Me too" she smiled.
"What are we doing today?"
Blue eyes met brown "I'm not sure. What do you think, Momma?"
"Momma!" Sofia exclaimed, happy to see her other mother awake.
"Hey there, Mija" she grinned as the tiny brunette wiggled around to face her. "How about we hang out here today and then I take you both out for a fancy dinner tonight? Show off my girls" she winked.
Arizona's gaze immediately fell to take in the brunette's ample cleavage that was deliciously exposed in the tank top she was wearing. Blushing at the coy look on the blonde's face, Callie discretely pinched her hip as the peds surgeon grinned at her. "I think I like that plan. Sof? Does that sound good?"
"Yay! I can wear the dress I wore for the wedding! Can we still make pancakes for breakfast though?"
The rest of the day was spent lazily at their new home, enjoying the time they had together before Callie went back to work the next day.
"Mommy? Can I ask you a question?" surprised by the sudden serious tone of her voice, Arizona stopped putting the final touches of her make-up on to look at her daughter. Sofia had been watching her get ready for their family dinner, talking about random subjects that popped into her head. The peds surgeon had found her rambling amusing and endearing.
"You can ask me anything, Sofia."
Nodding, she looked at the floor for a minute before meeting her eyes again. "Do you love Momma?"
Butterflies erupted in her tummy and she took a minute to think about her answer as she put her makeup brush down and gently pulled Sofia into her room. Sitting on the edge of her bed, she drew the little girl close. Cupping her cheek in one hand, she smoothed down her hair before reaching for her hand. "Do you know what I see when I look at you?" she asked.
Tilting her head in confusion, Sofia shook her head no.
Smiling softly, Arizona touched her cheek. "You look so much like her. I see your momma's beautiful brown eyes that light up with laughter or mischief. Eyes that I love to look into because I can instantly tell how you're feeling."
Sofia's eyes widened as her mommy talked which made Arizona bite back a smile. "And do you know that amazing smile your momma has when she is really happy?" Sofia grinned and nodded her head. "Yeah! That's momma's magic smile! She says your smile is magic too, mommy! You both have magic smiles!"
Laughing, the peds surgeon nodded. "Yes, that one! Well, did you know you have that same magic smile your momma has?"
"I do?" she asked with wonder
"Absolutely you do" she confirmed with a nod. "I look at you and I see your momma's eyes, and her magic smile and so much more. Do you know how much I love you?"
Grinning widely, Sofia's response was instant "To the moon and back a million times and more!"
Arizona giggled at the little girls enthusiasm. "Yes! Now if I love you so much, how much do you think I love your momma who has the same sparkly eyes and magic smile and who gave me you?" she asked, blinking back tears that were suddenly blurring her vision.
"You must love her a whole lot!" she smiled another toothy grin that caused her mommy to laugh out loud.
"Exactly!" she smiled as she pulled her in her arms and tickled the giggling girl.
Straddling her lap, Sofia played with a length of blonde hair. "Do you love her like Prince Eric loves Ariel?"
Torn between her suspicions that Sofia may be on a little mission of her own and her thoughts that it was natural for their daughter to have a lot of questions, she bit her lip in contemplation. Smiling as an answer came to her, Arizona hugged her daughter before answering. "Wouldn't that be awful? I don't think even the sea witch would want my voice! Poor Eric would never get to kiss the girl then!"
Sofia's eyes narrowed but she couldn't hold back a fit of giggles.
"Are you two having fun without me?" Callie asked from the doorway with a smile.
"Momma! Mommy says not even the sea witch would want her voice!" she giggled again as Arizona tickled her. Sliding off her mommy's lap she ran over to hug the brunette. Smiling at the two of them, Arizona stood smoothing out the wrinkles of her dress where Sofia had climbed into her lap.
Callie's response died on her lips as she focused on her and the blonde felt butterflies again as that suddenly intense gaze moved slowly over her.
Tugging on her hand, Sofia looked up at her "Doesn't mommy look beautiful, momma?"
Still stunned, the Latina could only nod before murmuring "She is the most beautiful woman in the world". Her eyes skimmed down the form fitting red dress that emphasized all of Arizona's assets while still affording her the appropriate modesty to spend an evening with their daughter. The blonde's pulse soared at the look on Callie's face. That look combined with the stunning black dress she had on made her want to do naughty things to the Latina. Things she should not even be thinking about with Sofia in the room.
"You are gorgeous, Callie" she said before her eyes fell to a very smug looking eight year old. "And you little missy are the prettiest little girl I have ever seen" she winked causing Sofia to giggle again. "Why don't you go find her shoes while I finish getting ready?"
Callie turned to watch the little girl run down the hallway. "Slow down, Mija!" she called just before the door closed. Turning back to the peds surgeon she was surprised to find her just inches away, her hooded eyes a dark blue as she pressed up against the Latina.
"Hello there, Calliope."
The huskiness of Arizona's voice shot heat straight to the brunette's core and her head fell back as pink lips pressed against the arch of her neck. "Mmmm…"
Threading her fingers in blonde curls, she pulled her in for a kiss. Slipping her tongue easily between her lips, she smiled as Arizona sighed with contentment. That was quickly forgotten though as the kiss intensified. A muscular thigh found its way between her own and she groaned as it pressed against her rapidly hardening clit. Cool and slender fingers slipped beneath the hem of her dress.
Pulling back from the kiss, Arizona nipped a tender earlobe. "I want to see my tattoo.." she whispered huskily making Callie swallow a whimper. Dark eyes glittering, she could only nod as she took in the naked desire on the blonde's face. The peds surgeon traced her tongue over her clavicle as her fingers slid higher up the Latina's thigh, lifting the black fabric of her dress up as they went.
"Mommy! I'm ready!" Sofia called as she ran down the hall towards them, dress shoes tapping loudly against the hardwood floor.
Callie couldn't help but roll her eyes and groan dramatically, grasping her hip and pulling her closer. Giggling, Arizona dropped another kiss on her full lips as she removed her hand and tried to step back.
"Nuh uh" Callie protested, holding her close.
"Aww...how about if I promise we can pick up right here after we put our little princess to bed tonight?" She smiled up at her, dimples on full display.
A beautiful smile lit up her face as her eyes dropped to the blonde's cleavage. "Only if you promise" she said, leering in exaggeration.
Giggling again, Arizona kissed her just as Sofia reached the door. "Promise" she whispered, stepping away just in time.
Arizona is done waiting. It's about time for her to go and claim her girl, don't you think? Another chapter on Saturday ;)