Lil bit more light-hearted baby chapter hereee for all ur fluff needs
Caitlyn stirred slightly as the morning light seeped in through the intricate lace curtains of her childhood bedroom. She was entwined safely within her enforcers strong arms, the suit jacket she had worn the evening before draped carefully over her legs to keep her warm. Vi's eyes opened as the sleepy murmurs of the sheriff beneath awoke her. She stayed still, completely aware of the body that was curled into her.
She looked down at Caitlyn, sleeping so peacefully, no one would ever believe the words that left her mouth last night, let alone what happened to her. She thought about it some more. That was the closest they'd been, and Vi wanted to see it as a good thing, but it scared her. Caitlyn was vulnerable in that moment, and she was there holding her hands, stroking her forearm, trying to soothe her... but what if she thought she was taking advantage.
She thought about the way she felt under her fingertips, her skin was so soft and so smooth. Nothing like her own, she thought glancing at her forearms. They were covered in various tattoos and littered with scars from fighting, but Caitlyn... she was flawless, she looked like a doll to Vi.
Just goes to show that some scars aren't visible.
Vi looked back down at the woman sleeping against her chest, her long black eyelashes delicately brushed her cheeks as her eyelids quivered, she wondered if she was dreaming, smiling at the thought.
Caitlyn was a powerful woman, and Vi knew that better than most people, but here, right now, she was like a child to her and she felt the strongest compulsion to protect her. No more recklessness, no more heavy-handed Vi, she promised herself from now on, to obey every order that left Caitlyn's mouth.
Caitlyn murmured something else, her body writhed in her sleep. "No.." She said sleepily, her eyebrows furrowing over her closed eyelids. Vi shifted herself slightly, cradling Caitlyn closer. Her eyes snapped open and she gasped sharply, sitting up. Her breathing was fast and heavy, as it was the night before.
"Shh, it's alright, you're safe." Vi said, sitting up with her. Caitlyn looked around the room, her head pounded as the story she told Vi the night before floated around her mind. She couldn't help her eyes drifting back to the spot where he laid, it made her shiver. One of Vi's hands gently caressed the bottom of her forearm, to gently remind her that she was there. It calmed her and her posture relaxed slightly, leaning back into Vi.
"You stayed." Caitlyn whispered.
"I wasn't going to leave you here alone." She said, meaning every word.
Caitlyn turned to face her, she didn't say anything, she just looked at her enforcer. She was still dressed from the night before, she'd removed her tie, and her shirt sleeves were roughly rolled up to her elbows. She looked good in a clean white shirt, it fit just well enough to show off the muscle of her arms, and you could just about see the black ink of her tattoos through the cotton.
Caitlyn had a lot to process, but she was surprised. Surprised that she had found it so easy to tell Vi what happened to her that night, it was something she had sworn to herself to never tell another soul. But Vi, well she made it easy, she didn't make her feel ashamed, or weak. Vi had a way about her, she could take any negativity within her life and use it to empower herself, and thats exactly how she made Caitlyn feel. Empowered.
They looked into eachothers eyes for what seemed like minutes, however their blue and lilac pupils were only focused on the perfection of eachother for a few seconds, before their lips met once again. Vi was anxious, still unsure if it was a bad time to let this happen, but she was quickly soothed by the hand that rose up and cupped her cheek, telling her that the kiss was very much wanted.
Caitlyn's bedroom door flew open, her mother gracefully wandered in completely unaware of what she had interrupted. She had a tray with a plate of cookies and a cup of tea, in attempt to bring her daughter smoothly out of a hangover.
"Oh!" She said as her eyes finally clued her in. Caitlyn and Vi seperated as soon as the door clicked open, the sound alone surprised them.
They both stared wide-eyed as Eliza strolled in, very aware of what she would assume seeing them curled up in bed together.
"I assumed when I didn't see you back downstairs you had gone home Vi" She said, she didn't sound angry or annoyed, just genuine and confused.
"I made her stay. The alcohol made me a little over emotional I think." Caitlyn said, half telling the truth at least.
Eliza smiled, she'd half expected Caitlyn to be a little nervous last night, hence why she kept a keen eye on the pair. She was glad, that Vi was with her, she'd seen the hand that was subtly stroking Caitlyn's elbow, and it comforted her. After studying the pair for a few seconds, it was very clear that they didn't sleep together, they were laid ontop of the blankets, dressed in exactly what they were the night before. But Liz would be lying if she said she'd be angry if they had. She adored Vi, she realised that ever since that zaunite bruiser walked into her daughters life she could relax a little more, knowing she was protected.
When they returned home after their kidnapping Cedric was adamant that they would sell their house and move somewhere else. It was Eliza that reminded him of their clan's strength, that if they moved away, it would be like letting them win. She never told Cedric, but she was relieved when Caitlyn wanted to start building her own life, she felt comforted knowing that her daughter slept far away from those dark memories.
"I'd better go and get another tea then." She said with a smile, turning to leave the bedroom. Caitlyn turned her head to look at Vi, she couldn't help the laughter that bubbled out of her throat. Poor Vi did not handle awkwardness well, and that was evident from the look on her face. She looked back at Caitlyn, who was still giggling like a little girl. She covered her hand over her mouth to stop herself. "I'm sorry. You just looked so.."
"She thought we had sex!" Vi said, still shocked.
Caitlyn chuckled "She knows you're too honorable for that."
Vi furrowed her brow in disbelief, earning another chuckle from the sheriff.
There was a loud boom. An explosion had gone off in the distance.
"What the bloody hell was that?" Caitlyn said, frustration lined her voice. Now was not a good time for something like this to happen, she thought. She ran out of the bedroom and into another room on the opposite side of the hall. Vi followed her, with no idea what she was doing, but as Caitlyn stopped at the double doors of the front balcony, throwing them open, Vi saw the view and realised.
The view was vast, usually looking down you could see the Sun Gates in all their glory, the surrounding docks between them, except this time the view was hazy. There was smoke billowing from behind the Sun Gates, there were screams as the trading docks descended into chaotic panic. There was a small crackle and pop as a brightly coloured explosion spread into the sky above the scene.
"Was that a firework?" Vi said, sounding confused.
"Don't be silly, it's the middle of the d-"
Another one flew out at another direction, and then another and another, all different colours. They were definitely fireworks.
"We need to go!" Caitlyn said, she ran back to her own room and threw on some old trousers and a jumper. The trousers were a little tight in fit, but it would have to do, a floor-touching gown was not something she could police in.
The two of them rushed down the marble staircase, as they reached the bottom Caitlyn flew in to her father.
"Oh - sorry daddy! I'll bring it back-" She said as she swerved past him, she returned with his own rifle, it wasn't hers, but it would have to do for now.
Eliza walked out into the hallway, she greeted her husband with a kiss on the cheek as she watched the two officers rushing out of the front door and into action. She sighed slowly, there wasn't a day that went by where she didn't worry about her daughter and her dangerous life choices, but still she remained tall and proud.
"What on EARTH was she doing up there." Cedric said to his wife, anger filled his voice.
"Oh Cedric darling really, Caitlyn is 26 now. She can do what and who she wants!" She said turning on her heel and heading to her office. He opened his mouth to reply but by the time he had thought of a response she had gone. He shook his head, this didn't sit well with him. Not at all.
Honestly the words 'her enforcer' are actually gonna melt me one day