Anecdotes
The Christmas mood's gone. Nature was still completely white. Everything was surrounded by peace and quiet. The cabin provided shelter after the cold winter days. Jack usually slept with Mel. In fact, it was already his home too. The family gets bigger! - he thought. This chalet is quite tight to live comfortably with a baby. And what if it's not a baby, even more babies? Well, it was certainly in the cards. He considered mentioning this to his wife.
+ Do you want a tea? - he asked kindly.
+ That would be great! - Thank you very much, Honey. She always smiled. Happiness appeared on her face. The man didn't know if it was triggered by hormones or love, but maybe both.
+ Honey or brown sugar? - Jack asked and picked up both bottles.
+ Hmm, honey, Honey. - she laughed. I am surrounded only by honeys everywhere.
Jack placed the two steaming mugs on the coffee table. He sat on the couch and pulled the woman's leg into his lap. He loved stroking Mel's feet and legs because it was always such an intimate moment.
She was wearing thick, furry socks on her feet. Like a bear sole. Suction cups on their bottom prevent slipping on the floor.
+ What's this on your feet? - he asked with a smile.
+ Socks. - and she slammed her two feet together.
+ I already thought you had grown such a fur on your feet because of the hormones. - The man chuckled and stroked the woman's feet. They were soft and warm.
The man looked at the woman. He placed his arm on the back of the couch, his head in the palm of his hand and bit his lips.
+ Listen ... we should talk.
+ Okay! But don't say again that I make weird sounds. - the woman blushed ...
The man snorted.
+ That's a good topic, too, but I don't want to talk about it now.
+ Is something wrong? - she stared at her husband.
+ Of course not! There is nothing wrong! Truly! - he pursed his lips. I thought it was time to talk about the house ... You know, I think this cabin is a little small. We should look for a bigger house, don't you think?
She became sad.
+ I don't want to move. This is our home. - her face turned red.
+ If the baby is born, this space will no longer be enough. Where will we make love when you force me? Next to the baby? - he laughed loudly and took her hand.
+ You're the last person I have to force! - she said teasingly.
+ What's with "the last"? Who else do you want to force? - and the man tickled her.
+ Nobody! Nobody! Stop, I'll pee in the end! - they both laughed.
+ I love this house. I love watching you sit here on the couch. But we will need more space.
She began to think ...
+ Maybe ... We could expand this house. That's possible?
+ I think so. - smiled at her. The plot is big enough for it. - he replied, stroking her hand again. You want this?
+ Do you love this house? - Mel looked at Jack.
+ I'd love every house where I can live with you, but I really love this one... nice memories: the first kiss, the first night. You got pregnant here..
+ Uhmm. As a matter of fact... This last one is not true.
+ Not? - The man's face froze... The bar?
+ No.
+ Don't say that it was the car! - he laughed.
She shook her head...
+ You know, I was the first woman in your childhood bed. And I was the first who was knocked up in it.
They both laughed. The man covered the woman's mouth with his own. Long hot kisses, soft caresses.
+ All right! I'll call an architect tomorrow and talk to Joey as well. I'm interested in her opinion. – said Jack and left the room.
Mel was impressed. Jack loved Joey. Joey loved Jack. It warmed her heart. A real family relationship. The next day at the clinic
+ Good news: According to the architect, the building can be expanded in several directions; and Joey arrives tomorrow.
+ Coming here? - she was surprised. She didn't even mention!
+ Come on, please. I'm her new favorite one. - and he smoothed his eyebrow.
She laughed and her face was shining.
+ You are radiant. Did you know that? - her husband stared lovingly at his wife.
+ To be honest, I feel that too. I'm happy. I have never been this happy in my life. . took her husband's hand and kissed her lips.
+ You know how to take a husband off his feet... – smirked.
Door slams. A pregnant woman came into the waiting room alone. She was screaming loudly and asked for help. Mel and Jack rushed over to her.
+ Jolene! Are you all right? - asked Jack. She lives on a farm half an hour far from here with her husband, Caleb. - told Jack to Mel.
+ Jolene! I'm Mel. Midwife. I will help you. - she said. Jack call Doc. - she instructed her husband.
Mel helped the pregnant woman into the examiner and then Jolene lay down on the bed.
+ How long have you been in pain? How often do you feel a strong cramp? - asked Mel.
+ About... It started 2 hours ago. I was here in the village... I think every 5 minutes.
Mel pulled on a rubber glove and examined the woman's uterus. It widened properly. The baby was already in the birth canal ...
+ It's time Jolene. You will give birth now! - said Mel.
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Jack ran into the examiner.
He's an hour from here. But on his way. - Jack replied.
+ It'll be too late. She's giving birth now. - shouted Mel...
The man sighed. He took off his coat and tossed it on the chair. Also took off his shirt. He was only wearing a white T-shirt with V neckline...
+ Come on Jolene! I'll help you to get off your clothes! - Jack looked at the pregnant woman.
She was terrified! Jack will see her naked. - thought.
+ Relay! This woman is my wife, and I knocked her up too. - He pointed to Mel and laughed.
Jolene sighed and accepted the man's help.
Mel smiled wordlessly at her husband. Rook off her ring and put it on her necklace, then washed her hands, put on medical gown, and pulled on rubber gloves.
+ In the closet you will find a cloak and gloves. There are towels and there is the tap. I will need hot water. - she instructed her husband.
Jack did everything that Mel said.
+ Okay Jolene! Press! - Mel shouted.
Jolene's face turned red and all the veins were visible. Her head was completely sweaty. Jack wiped it with a cloth.
+ Press one more... I can already see the head. Good, that's very good!
Jack suddenly moved closer to his wife ...
+ Are you sure you want to see this? - Mel asked with a chuckle.
+ In 5 months you will do the same! I want to know everything! - he smirked.
A head! The head of a tiny man! How small and how red.
+ Jolene! Almost done! Press again a last big one!
She screamed and swore.
Crying! Wonderful sound! A baby's crying. Jack suddenly turned his head.
"It's going to be like that when I hear my own child's voice," - he thought.
Mel cut the umbilical cord, cleaned the baby, then handed it to Jack. The man took the baby to his mother and laid it on her chest.
+ Little girl! - Jack said and smiled ... I'll call your husband, okay?
Jolene squeezed the man's hand!
+ Thank you! Thank you both.
…
Doc arrived, examining both the mother and the baby.
…
+ Go! Relax! – he said.
EVENING
Mel was cooking dinner. Spaghetti. She could exceptionally cook it tasty. Jack sneaked to her back and hugged his wife from behind. He pushed his head against her neck and kissed her chin.
+ No! Leave me now! I'm cooking! - laughed.
+ Hmm. It smells delicious! - and he was serious.
+ You're just saying to seduce me. But it won't work...
+ We'll see... - he chuckled ...
She swirled the sauce and then turned around. She was still in her husband's arms.
+ Do you really want to watch the whole?
+ Childbirth? - he asked, raising his eyebrows. Of course!
+ And after that won't you be disgusted with me? - she sighed.
+ Don't be stupid! This is the most wonderful thing in the world. Simply fantastic. Two tiny cells become a moving, tiny human being. And that being is growing there, under your heart. I think that's unbelievable what a woman goes through ... Respect! That's all I can think of women... I respect my wife for doing it... So no... I'm not going to be disgusted with you ... Anyway, blood is no stranger to me.
+ It didn't work… couldn't seduce me. – she smiled and kissed his lips. It was soft, warm and a little saliva was on it.
+ Really? – he pulled her body closer and stroked her butt.
+ I'm still cooking! – she noticed.
+ Okay. Okay! But you cannot hide from me! – and a charming blue eye winked at her.
TOMORROW
The man got up early, pressed a quick kiss to the woman's cheek, then went to Eureka.
+ Hey Ricky! I'm on my way to Eureka. Need something? For the bar or for your granny?... Okay, I handle it… Thanks.
Preacher and Ricky opened the bar. For safety's sake, Jack told Preacher they were expecting a baby. It's good to know about it.
A blonde woman was standing and waiting at the airport. Jack got out of the car, hurried over and hugged her, then pressed a kiss to both her cheeks. It was Joey.
+ Hey! Miss LA. It's good to see you again! - and laughed.
+ You too! Handsome bartender! - she chuckled.
They acted like siblings. It was a real brother/sister-in-law relationship. Friends. Relatives.
+ So ... tell me! How is my sister now?
+ Horny. - he laughed. Anyway, she's radiant. Wonderful. She's all my thoughts. I know I was in love when we got married ... but now I'm simply a fan of her…
+ I am sooooo happy for you!
A FEW MINUTES LATER
Joey touched Jack's hand.
+ You know, we often talk on the phone ... - she hesitated. Mel has never been so happy as now... I know she loved Mark. You know it too. - Jack nodded. But what she feels now... Never felt that for anyone before. I think you need to know that.
The man became emotional. His eyes became wet.
+ Oh come on! You are so emotional like a little p...y! - Joey laughed.
+ Only the dust... - and he giggled.
The man loved Joey's temperamental character. Was like his wife. She must be the boss at home... Willful but friendly and kind.
IN VIRGIN RIVER
Jack was at the bar. Behind the counter, he was wiping the glasses and slinging beer. Wearing a blue denim shirt, a watch, a black tight pants and leather boots. His hair was thick and combed well. A little hairy face but very sexy look. His teeth was shining.
...
There were still a lot of tourists in the village.
At lunchtime, two young women entered the bar and took a seat at the counter. One of them had brown and curly hair. Eyes are gray, skin is creole. Nose is a little pointed and smile is gorgeus. The other was blonde with wavy hair. Brown eyes and rounded face. Big and soft lips. Both women were pretty and beautiful.
...
+ Two beers! Comin' up. - said Jack.
When he put down her drinks, the curly-haired one immediately began to stare at him.
+ That's hot! - she whispered to his girlfriend. I'd love to take him home...
...
Mel and Joey came in. It was lunch time! Mel always eat at the bar to be near Jack. He smiled at the two women, but his hands were full of plates.
Mel and Joey were talking at the counter when the curly girl started to talk to them.
+ You're not local either, are you? - asked.
+ No! Los Angeles. - Mel replied, smiled.
+ OMG! The same! What a small world! - all four women laughed ... Bartender is hot, You think too? - she pointed at Jack.
+ Not bad! -Mel chuckled. Joey just grinned.
+ Do you think he'll give me his number? - the blonde asked.
+ I don't think so! - Joey replied. He doesn't seem like single... And Mel put her hand on her leg...
The curly bit her upper lips and licked it. Her eyes sparkled and she measured the from top to toe.
+ Definitely great in bed! - she whispered.
Joey snorted...
Mel's eyes widened. Didn't feel jealous because knew Jack only wanted her. It was more likely funny.
+ Bet he give me a kiss here, right now! - the young girl caught Mel's attention.
"Play a little!" - Mel thought to herself ...
+ I'm in! - And Joey turned pale.
...
+ What are you doing? -asked softly.
+ Playing a little ... - chuckled.
...
+ If I win, you pay for our drink. If you win, I pay yours.
+ Deal!
Jack went to the counter. The masculine scent reached Mel's nose. She loved this scent. Felt this every night and every morning. The man leaned on the counter with his two palms and smiled.
+ What can I bring you, ladies?
+ Uhmm. Serve the girls first (pointed at them). - Mel smiled.
Jack nodded, then walked away.
+ What can I get you? - asked.
+ Another round. And maybe you could give me a kiss.
Joey grabbed Mel's thigh. Doesn't waste time... - she thought.
The young girl smiled so much and licked her lips too.
+ I bring the beers right away, but I'm off the table girls. - and he turned his head with a light smile.
Jack looked at Mel and frowned.
+ Sooo. What can I bring to you? – he smiled at Mel and Joey too. Passion in his eyes.
+ Whiskey! – said Joey. Lot! – and laughed.
Jack immediately gave it to the woman.
+ And you? – smirked at his wife.
+ Uhmm. Orange juice…. and maybe a kiss. - said so loudly that the other two women could hear it. It was deliberate.
The man grabbed the woman's face with two palms. Put a hand into her hair carefully. Looked into her eyes and kissed her softly but strongly. The Angelinos saw everything and gasped for breath.
The man carefully parted from the woman and then went into the kitchen for the orange juice.
+ Wow!... How did you do that?... – asked the blonde one…
+ I don't know… maybe I am his type or something… You know… You are quite young, and he's older… it could be the reason… - said Mel.
+ Okay… But I'll ask his number… - sighed the curly.
Jack came out and put the juice in front of her.
+ I commend you on your choice. – and smiled.
+ Ugf. Hey! I'll pay their drinks. I mean you pay their drinks. – smirked.
Jack stood puzzled.
…
+ Hey! – said the Angelinos.
Jack turned to them and waited for their order…
+ If you don't give a kiss, will you give me your number?
Mel snorted quite loud… Her face became red because of laughing…
+ Uhmm. I think you should ask it from my wife… - he said with proud.
+ But she's not here… - she noticed and grimaced.
Jack hesitated then said:
+ Errr… You are sitting next to her right now… - and he shrugged.
Mel blushed and stroked the counter with her finger.
+ You cheated! - shouted the blonde.
+ Sorry! But I'll pay for your drinks!
Jack folded his arms.
+ What did you do? - asked.
+ Made a bet... - rolled her eyes.
+ For my kisses?
+ Yes... - she was ashamed.
+ Bets?
+ Drinks...
+ Am I that cheap to you? - and pretended to be offended... and went into the kitchen…
AT THE CABIN
Joey looked at everything. She's already had the plan in her mind.
+We break down this wall and extend the room. A portion of the roof will be removed, and the stairs will be placed here. We create three bedrooms and a bathroom upstairs. You will have a huge living room and a large dining room too. It will be wonderful… It will be ready by the time the baby arrives.
+ Three bedrooms? – asked Mel.
+ Yeah… One for you… One for the baby… and One for the other baby or me. – she chuckled.
Jack hugged Mel softly… another baby… What a great idea. He loved the pregnant Mel so much…
TOMORROW
Hope was in the garden shoveling snow. Great exercise.
+ Exercise? - asked Jack and smiled at her.
+ Of course it is. - she replied ... What brought you here?
+ Uhm. I want to talk to you.
+ Ohoh ... Serious? - laughed.
+ I think it is. - and scratched his head.
It was warm in Hope's house. The fire was burning in the fireplace and the scent of vanilla covered everything.
+ Well. Spit it out! – directed Hope.
+ The cabin… I want to buy it for Mel…
+ Just for her? – and raised her eyebrow.
+ No… For us.
+ That's what I wanted to hear… - and stroked his shoulder.
+ So. You sell it?
+ No. It's already yours…
Jack turned to pale…
+ What do you mean?
+ After the wedding I talked with my lawyer. Consider it a gift… - she sighed.
+ Hey! Wait a minute!...
+ That's very kind of you ... But I want to buy her the house. You know ... Male pride and everything.
+ Aham. I get it...
+ Say a price please! - he whispered.
+ What do you say... if I eat at the bar for free for the rest of my life and write a paper about it ...
+ Hope! You have been doing this since I opened it... - he laughed.
+ Then we deduct that from the price! - and hugged the man.