Chapter 21 Home is wherever you are
April
Ali's pov
This morning I woke up to Pepe, who had made his way from the laundry to our bedroom. Pepe had climbed up and was now circling our feet, clearly ready to play but I was still exhausted from the night before so I did my best to ignore him. Emily however woke up instantly and when she realised we had company she patted the spot In-between us and I felt Pepe move closer. Rolling over I forced my eyes to open and pouted. Watching Emily smile from ear to ear and prep him with kisses while talking to him softly. "Good morning boy how did you sleep"? Pepe barked and Emily scratched behind his ear. "Are you excited about today where going on our first walk". Pepe waged his tail before lying down and curling into Emily lap, when he was comfy Emily stroked his back. Well good morning to you too Em, I teased and she jumped slightly as if not realising I was awake. I'm glad to see Pepe has taken over first place. "Alison"... Emily huffed before locking eyes with me and bitting her bottom lip. "Come here", Emily opened up her arms and I curled into her relaxing a little. When Emily stopped stroking Pepe his head turned to watch us, Emily however ignored him as if to prove a point and I couldn't help but grin at my little victory over the dogs. When Emily combed her fingers through my hair I melted into her even more before feeling Emily's right hand cup my left check. Emily then pressed her lips against mine causing me to smile and she let out a small giggle. "Lets start today again, good morning princess how did you sleep"? Emily smirked and I shoved her playfully before burying my face into her neck and breathing in her sent. Don't do that, your making me sound like a child who's begging for your attention. Emily laughed and Pepe barked. "Sometimes I forget how adorable you are Ali, but I promise you know body not even Pepe could take your place okay he's just a really close second I mean look at him". I grinned hearing Emily's words of reassurance and pulled my head away to look at Pepe who was now standing and smiling with his tongue hanging out.
I guess he is cute huh? "Yes he his but not nearly as cute as you". Pepe leaped off of the bed and Emily took that as her opportunity to roll on top of me. "So I was thinking...That We could... you know just... lay in bed a while...kiss...have some fun before the girls get here? Mmm that sounds perfect to me. I pulled Emily even closer until there was no space between us and snaked my arms around her neck, My hands instantly finding her hair and I tugged on it causing Emily to take her lips off my neck and directed them towards my own. The two of us continued our kiss and I moan as I felt Emily's eagerness to remove my clothes, her hands slipping under my oversized t-shirt and squeezing my hips before coming into contact with two already very erect nipples. I felt goose bumps forming on my skin, her hands a little to cold, and Just as Emily was about to lift my top up and over my head completely we were reminded of our newest family member as her let out a whine and attempted to scratch the door which had some how closed during the night, he was clearly begging to be let out my guess was to Pee, and I let out a laugh when this time it was Emily who was frustrated with him and not me. Emily Broke the kiss collapsing on top of me in a huff before smothering me in a hug.
"Alright alright Pepe I'm coming", Emily reluctantly pulled away and crawled out of bed grabbing the nearest item of clothing my yellow dressing gown. I then pulled the covers back over me in a attempt to not feel the cold but it didn't work. Emily opened the door and sure enough I heard Pepe run to the back door to be let out. Pepe had not yet been In our small backyard and I decided to get up myself to find his favourite toy and take it to Em. Walking through the apartment, In a singlet and shorts, I pulled Emily's hoodie over me and stepped outside with my arms folded across my chest, when Emily noticed me she frowned. "Babe what are you doing up it's cold outside" I wondered over to Emily taking a seat on her lap and kissing her check. I know but the lady at the shelter sue said this is his favourite toy, I thought maybe the two of you could bond while I get breakfast ready then we can head to the store together? Emily smiled, "that sounds perfect". After eating breakfast the three of us all headed out as a family, Emily opting to hold Pepe's leash with her left hand and had her right arm draped around my waist. Pepe's excitement about being outside and seeing other people seemed to grow as we passed new people He would bark and wag his tail. Emily and I spent ruffly 45 minutes in the pet store collecting all the latest dog things, Emily insisting Pepe would either love it or need it while I would remind her that we were mainly here for food and a bed. Of course being unable to say No, Emily got everything she wanted and when we returned home Pepe was exhausted, making himself comfortable while we unpacked.
Lauren and Morgan were arriving at 3, and seeing as it was only12, that gave me a few extra hours before I had to share Emily. Emily and I finished setting up the guest room, and began organising stuff for tonight's house warming party. Em is a lot better then me when It comes to home decorating so I left her in charge and instead headed toward the kitchen to make us some lunch. When the apartment was what Emily would say is presentable, the two of us joined each other on the couch. Leaning in to her for a kiss our lips touched softly before being interrupted by Pepe yet again who was insisting on sitting in the middle of us. This time however I didn't complain as he rested his head on my lap and I scratched behind his ears, while Emily rubbed his tummy. "You know this place finally feels like ours", Emily beamed as she explained what she meant. I mean when I first moved in, it felt like I was just visiting you know you and spence, but now with a new table and chairs, coffee table, gym, spare room, photos and best of all Pepe, it's like finally starting to feel all homey". Im glad that it feels like home to you Emmy, it feels that way for me too, I think spencer will like what we have done to the place you. I think your the main reason it feels like home to me I guess because home for me is wherever you are, I mean sure it was a nice apartment that spencer and I got to share together at first, and she is family but there's something even better about knowing that it's now ours to share. "Aww come here you sap, Emily tugged me by my t-shirt causing Pepe to get down and I crawled my way closer managing to make Emily lie on her back. As I hovered above my girl, I placed a loving kiss to her lips And watched her eyes close before setting myself on top of her while her arms snaked around my back to form a hug. "I love you Ali", I smiled the sensation of her words tickling my neck, I love you too Em always.
Emily pov
Ali and I must have drifted off to sleep, as we were both startled by a knock on the door. Pepe barked making his way towards it and I nudged Ali. Babe wake up, the girls are here. We sat up before making our way to the door, To find Morgan and Lauren were standing there bags in hand, and when they entered I was greeted with two warm hug. "Wow this places it cute guys" Lauren complemented as I shut the door. "it's a little small but it's perfect for what we need right Em"? Ali questioned and I nodded it is, I'll be back in a sec babe I'll just show them to their room.
When the girls and I returned I gave them a quick tour of the apartment, before Ali suggested heading out for coffee. Ali and I decided to show Morgan and Lauren where Ali workers, and the girls met Rita before the 4 of us returned home to prepare for the party, and Half and hour into the night, almost everyone was here. Aria and Hanna were very excited to meet Morgan and Lauren, and our two favourite blondes hit it off. Jordan and Lexie arrived together both coming from the dorm rooms on campus at u-pen, and Spencer and Toby were on their way. "So Em who's that good looking guy over there is he single"? I turned around at the sound of Lauren's voice. That's Jordan "oh you mean the one you thought was..." Yeah let's not talk about that. You should talk to him though I'll get Ali to introduce you guy one sec. What!? No way I didn't say I wanted to talk to him I just asked if he was you know taken at all, I want to keep my options open". I had to hold in a laugh at her Lauren's lame excuse. Come on L don't be ridicules, you and I both know you haven't even been on one date since the two of us met you asked because your interested, now trust me on this Ali will be all for it. Before Lauren could chicken out I called out to Ali from in the kitchen. Hey babe could you come here a sec. Ali turned placing her cup down and entered the kitchen.
"Mmm you called me"? Ali questioned and I smiled as She wrapped her arms around me for a hug before instantly returning it. I did, Lauren here wanted to know if Jordan was dating anyone and I said she should go talk to him, I placed a kiss to my girls check. What do you think? Ali's eyes lit up at the idea. "I think that's the best thing you have suggested all night! Lexie and I have been trying to find him a girl or a guy for that matter for like forever". See I told you she would be all for it. Lauren blushed, "yeah but what if he's you know not interested". Ali shook her head "oh please if I know him even half as much as I think I do then he's into you! he's been checking you our all night! Lauren rolled her eyes "your just saying that to make me change my mind". No she's not, Now let's go. I dragged Lauren reluctantly over towards Lexie and Jordan with Ali right behind us. Hey Jordan this is my good friend Lauren, Lauren Jordan Jordan Lauren. "Lexie let's go see if Spencer's here yet, Ali dragged Lexie across the room and I decided to come up with a plan of my own. Uh well I better go feed Pepe guys have fun talking.
When spencer finally arrived she loved what we have done with the place just like Ali said she would. Alison was talking to Toby, and spencer and I joined Hanna, Aria, and Morgan who were enjoying a conversation of there own. Alison and I were both happy to know that Jordan and Lauren were still talking, and the rest of the night went pretty smoothly. spencer asked to see the new version of her old room, and Morgan and I were able to escape for 10 minutes which gave me time to show her my mini gym. Morgan and i love exercising together and I was glad to have a fitness buddy for the next week. As much as Ali hates to admit it, she hate exercising and prefers to sit and watch me work up a sweat occasionally doing some yoga stretches which is hardly anything, but I'm yet to tell her that because some of the morning stretches come in my favour and I'm defiantly not complaining. When Morgan and I returned from my gym tour it was just in time to see Lauren waving goodbye to Jordan. Aria and Hanna having already left, and Lexie, Toby, and spencer were collecting there things. As soon as Lauren new that Morgan and I had seen her, she ran to the spare room to hide. "Go, you both obviously want to know how it went, I can handle things here I'll see them out and clean up go be with your friend". I smiled at Ali's kindness wrapping my arm around here neck and kissing her on the lips. thanks babe love you, I'll think of something to make it up to you I promise. "I'm sure you will" Ali winked before Morgan and I ran down the hall and straight into the spare room.
So how did it go? "Yeah come on L tell us" Morgan sat on the bed next to Lauren who was already blushing. "He's nice, and if you must know he's taking me on a date on Tuesday night" he is? My eyes widen and I was unable to hold in my grin. "He is and I'm really nervous it's my first date in almost 2 years and I want It to be perfect". "Aww" Morgan hugged Lauren with out her permission and she rolled her eyes. "She has a date"! Can you believe that Em? I shook my head nope but I'm sure she's going to charm her way to his heart, I'm happy for you L you deserve to have someone who loves you in your life just as much as we love you. "Thanks Em" I smiled joining in on the now group hug until Lauren ruined it. "Ok as much as I love you weirdos this tender moment is now over I need my beauty sleep" alright alright, sleep well guys I'm glad your here. "Thanks for letting us come visit you" your welcome Morgan goodnight.
Headed out into the kitchen I saw that the lights were now off, and the only one left was coming through the crack in our bedroom door. Entering our room I began removing my party cloths before climbing Into the bed next two my girl who was surprisingly cuddled up to Pepe. Hey you... I thought you didn't like it when Pepe sleeps in our bed, Ali let out a small laugh. "Nope I said I don't like it when he get your attention and I don't, besides he was already asleep and I didn't want to wake him" I pouted and let out a sigh. well, what would you say if right now I wish you would cuddle me and not him? Ali rolled over an even bigger grin on her face "I'd say let's cuddle then, now you know how I felt this morning". Ali lay on her back and waited patiently for me to cuddle into her side. "So how did it go with Lauren"? I laughed kissing Ali's neck, it went perfect there going on a date Tuesday night. "That's great I'll text Jordan in the morning and make sure he's not planing some lam pizza and a movie kind a thing in his dorm, god that guy will need some serious help! I'll help him get ready and you can help Lauren". Sounds like a plan, you know what how about you and I have a date of our own too? "but what about Morgan we can't just leave her alone" of course not I'm sure spencer could keep her entertained, besides Morgans a lot smarter then she gives herself credit for I'm sure they have heaps in come what you say? "Okay why not it will be nice" Mmm it will be, think of it as a thank you for tonight. "Em, you don't need to..." Maybe not, but I want to whine and dine my lady once in a while is that okay? " Mmm now that's I think of it that's more then okay I can't wait"