A/N: Hey guys! So glad that everyone ENJOYED the nice girl time the last chapter.. Way to go Moonbebe! And I appreciate all the reviews that are still rolling in. You guys are so damn AWESOME! Y'all motivate me so much! Here's the next chapter, hope y'all enjoy! :D
Chapter 29
Arizona felt nervous about seeing her parents. She was so thankful Callie had offered to drive because the closer they were to the airport, the more nervous she felt. After what happened with Callie, just a few hours ago, she didn't really know how she was supposed to act in front of her parents. Would they know right away? Or would Callie be okay with not telling them? She just didn't know what to do.
"Hey, what's going on in that beautiful head of yours?"
Arizona knew Callie would figure things out. She could never keep anything from her.
"I'm just thinking about stuff."
Callie reached over and grabbed her hand. "I know you're confused, baby, and don't worry. I'm not going to push you. This morning was a huge step for us and although it was so many kinds of wonderful, I know you're scared. If I were in your shoes, I would be too. I will be here to support you, any way that I can. If that means keeping secrets, then that's what we'll do. Arizona, I love you and I'm not going anywhere."
"Callie, I don't deserve you."
"Honey, I hope that's not how you really feel. You deserve so much more. I hope I'm enough for you."
"Calliope, I don't want you to think any of my uncertainties have to do with you. You are wonderful and I truly feel blessed to have you in our lives. Amelia will be so loved and I am so thankful for that. I will do whatever I can to make her life beautiful but knowing that I have you to share this with makes it so much better."
Callie squeezed her hand and brought it to her lips. "I love you so much, Arizona."
Arizona felt like this was her chance to say it. But something was holding her back. Again. Callie had not responded this morning when they were making love, which was keeping her from saying it again. She was afraid for some reason.
"Thank you, Calliope."
Callie didn't want to hear a 'thank you' for saying she loved her. She wanted to hear the words that Arizona had pretty much shouted this morning. Glancing at Arizona, she could see something different about her expression and she didn't like it. They had made too much progress to have it flushed down the drain now. She focused back on the road and remained silent for the rest of the drive.
Arizona could feel Callie staring at her several times but she acted as if she didn't feel it. She kept her eyes straight ahead and stared out the windshield. This was going to be a hard task of keeping their relationship a secret. She wanted to be able to just tell everyone and not keep secrets anymore. That would not be logical with her parents.
"How am I supposed to act around them, Callie?"
"Honey, I told you we don't have to say anything or act any certain way. You take your time and we can tell them whenever you feel comfortable."
"I didn't mean it like that, Calliope. I meant that I lost my husband four months ago. I should be the grieving widow but that's the last thing that I feel. I feel happy and somewhat relieved that he's gone. I take that back, I feel total relief that he's gone. So, I'm pretty much telling you that I'm glad he's dead. Does that make me sound like a terrible person? "
Callie pulled into the parking space and looked at Arizona. She grabbed her hand and squeezed before she started talking.
"Arizona, you do not sound like a terrible person. The things that Pete put you through were terrible and any person that had been through that would want to be out of the situation, however that may be. You are one of the best people I know and I never want you to think any differently about yourself. No matter what."
"I do wish that I could see Pete one more time, though."
Callie was confused by Arizona's words. "Why?"
"So I could tell him thank you for the two most important things in my life. You and Amelia. If not for him, I would not have either one of you."
"Thanks, honey, I'm so glad you feel that way. I'm glad you can see something good come out of this."
Arizona surprised them both by leaning towards Callie and pressing their lips together. The kiss was tender yet so much more. She knew these moments would be very scarce with her parents here and she wanted to savor it.
Callie felt elated as Arizona kissed her. She had been worried that things would be strange and uneasy after their morning but this was a very good sign. She cupped the side of Arizona's face and moaned. Callie wanted to deepen the kiss but she held herself back.
Arizona had started the kiss out very softly and she intended it to be a quick peck but when she felt Callie's lips pressed against hers and the way she gently cupped her face and moaned, she lost her good intentions. She couldn't hold back the groan that formed in her throat. She opened her mouth and pressed against Callie's lips with her tongue.
Callie loved the feel of Arizona's tongue against her lips but she wanted to feel more. Opening her mouth, she allowed her entrance.
Arizona felt desperate; she couldn't get close enough to Callie. Not only was her belly in the way but she was pressed up against the console. Now she wished they were in her SUV instead of Callie's Mustang. Their tongues were dueling and their hands were grasping at anything they could. Arizona knew she needed to get control of herself but knowing and doing were two entirely different things.
Callie loved feeling Arizona like this. Their kiss had grown to out of control proportions and she wanted more but this was certainly not the time or the place. Her hormones were almost reined in until Arizona grabbed handfuls of her shirt and pulled her as close as she could. All she wanted to do was keep kissing her.
Arizona wished they were somewhere else. At home in her bed would be the first choice. Not here at the airport, about to get her parents and pretend that they were not a couple. This was going to be torture.
Callie pulled away. "We can't keep doing that or I'm going to take you back home and have my way with you."
Arizona wanted nothing more than to do what Callie said. She wanted Callie to know she felt the same way.
"I wish we could, Calliope."
Callie pressed her lips against Arizona's forehead. "Damn, this is going to be one long ass week. Isn't it?"
Arizona chuckled and nodded her head in agreement.
"Okay, babe, let's go get your parents."
The two women walked side by side into the airport. Arizona led them in the direction of Terminal 12.
Callie could not shake the feeling of dread. She didn't know anything about Arizona's parents except her father was a Colonel in the Marines and her mother was a stay-at-home mom. Or had been when Arizona was young.
"What time are they landing?"
Arizona glanced at her watch. "They have already landed. We're just waiting now."
Callie wanted to reassure Arizona that everything would be okay but she felt like she needed the reassurance as well. She mentally shook herself and told herself to focus on Arizona. Leaning towards her she whispered, "Everything will be okay, babe, we'll get through this."
Callie saw the small smile spread across Arizona's lips and felt a small amount of relief. Not able to help herself, she leaned over and nuzzled her cheek. She wanted to stay this way forever but her happy thoughts were interrupted when she felt Arizona jerk away from her. Callie tried to remain calm but her eyes caught sight of what Arizona was staring at. Her parents. This could possibly be harder than she thought.
Arizona knew she should have warned Callie instead of jerking away from her. She would have to talk with her later about that and apologize. She didn't even turn back and look at her. She headed straight for her dad.
Callie followed Arizona and watched as she threw her arms around a tall and stern looking man. She could not hear what they were saying but she wasn't all that sure she wanted to.
"Daddy.."
Arizona hugged her dad and tried to act like everything was fine. She pulled back and looked up at him but his eyes were on Callie. She immediately felt uncomfortable.
"How was your flight? Where's Mom?"
"The flight was fine. You know your mother; she's exchanging a recipe with someone she met on the plane."
Callie should have felt uncomfortable with the way Arizona's Dad was staring at her, but she never let her stare waver. His military attitude was so evident but he didn't scare her. She watched as a shorter woman that was definitely Arizona's Mom walked up. She wanted to hear this so she moved closer.
"Oh honey, look at you. You look absolutely beautiful. How are you making it, sweetie? You poor thing."
"Mom, I'm fine. And you look nice too."
Callie watched as Arizona hugged her mom. She could still feel Arizona's Dad staring. What the hell was his problem?
"Oh, this old thing, I've had it for years."
Callie laughed and three sets of eyes swung around to meet hers. She cut her laugh off and stared back. She looked at Arizona and willed her to introduce them.
"Um, Mom and Dad, this is my... um friend. Calliope. Callie, these are my parents."
Callie looked at Arizona before her eyes moved to her parents. This was going to be harder than she thought. Stepping forward, she extended her hand.
"Mr. and Mrs. Robbins, it's so nice to meet you."
"Oh, nonsense, you give me a hug. Arizona has told me so much about you. Calliope? That's a beautiful name. Look at you, so pretty. What I would do for skin like this. And call me Barbara; I'm not that old to be called Mrs. Robbins. I call my mother-in-law that."
Callie relaxed into the hug and connected eyes with Arizona. She could see the apology in those blue orbs and relaxed even more. She gave her a small wink and smiled. She could feel the green eyes staring at her again and she glanced his way. Why was he staring at her so intently?
"Have we ever met, dear?"
"Yes ma'am, at Pete's funeral. I was Pete's partner."
Callie stared at Arizona's father as she said those words. She would not back down from him.
"Oh, you poor dear, you have been through it too haven't you? Such a good man. I'm sure he's missed by everyone."
Callie pulled back and hoped she disguised her disbelief. She looked at Arizona and met her eyes for a brief second before Arizona looked away. What the fuck? Her parents didn't know anything about Pete's mess? This situation just got worse.
"I'm doing just fine, thanks. Arizona is doing great too."
"She's told me that you have been such a big help to her and I appreciate that so much. Well, we both do right Daniel?"
Callie looked at the man who had been studying her this whole time. Should she extend her hand? Yes, she was going to be the bigger person.
"Nice to meet you, Mr. Robbins. I'm Callie Torres."
"It's Colonel Robbins."
Callie wondered why he didn't like her. Did she have lesbian written across her forehead? Or could he tell that she had given his daughter two orgasms this morning?
"Dad.."
Callie looked between Arizona and her dad. What the hell was going on? She started to drop her hand and the stoic man surprised her by grabbing it.
"Nice to meet you too, Ms. Torres."
"Call me Callie, sir."
Callie felt him pull his hand away and not acknowledge her last statement. She tried not to act disappointed but this was not going the way she had hoped.
"Your mother and I decided that we were going to get a rental car. That way we can come and go as we please and we won't have to bother you with anything. Your mother wants to do a little bit of sight-seeing so it will just be easier this way."
"Daddy, it's not a problem. I took the week off anyway."
"It's decided Arizona, we'll get a car."
Callie felt even more tension at his sharp words. She wanted to tell him not to talk to her like that but she decided that would be a giveaway so she kept her words to herself. She didn't like it, though.
"We're staying at the Archfield. So why don't you just go home and rest and we'll get our car and go to the hotel. Then tonight we can go to dinner. Just the three of us."
Callie didn't miss the pointed statement. She wondered again why he had such a problem with her.
"That's fine Daddy. I'll meet you both at the Archfield tonight."
The three women watched as the tall military man walked away.
"Honey, you know how he is. Once he makes his mind up, that's how it is. We'll see you tonight. And Callie, it was so nice to meet you, honey. And thank you for taking such good care of my daughter."
"It was my pleasure, Barbara."
Arizona felt her cheeks turn red at Callie's statement. This introduction had been painful. She probably should have warned Callie about her father but it was too late now.
"Bye honey, we'll see you tonight. And Callie, I hope we get to spend some more time together."
"Yes ma'am."
Callie watched as Arizona gave her mom a hug and a kiss on the cheek. This week was going to be absolute torture. She waited for Arizona to turn around and they headed back towards her car; neither one speaking. Callie waited until they were both inside her car.
"Arizona, your dad hates me. Honey, do they not know anything about Pete?"
"He doesn't hate you, Calliope. That's just him. And no, I never told them about Pete. What would be the point now?"
"Honey, don't you think this will make it harder? Your parents are under the impression that Pete was some kind of wonderful man and you're still a grieving widow. And here I am, the terrible lesbian taking advantage of your situation. That's the point, Arizona."
"You're right. I will tell them before the week is over. I'm sorry you think my dad hated you. He really doesn't."
"I love your mom. She's so sweet. You look like her and you have her warmness. I hope I will get to spend more time with her."
"You will, Callie, and things will get better with dad. Just give it a little time."
Callie really didn't think that was true but she would try. For Arizona, she would do anything.
"Okay, let's get you home and see what Teddy has finished."
Anybody like Daddy?
