Warning this chapter is rated M for mature content. Enjoy reading. Amber
Chapter 17
It was six AM and Frank was making eggs for breakfast. He knew that Ford would be waking up any minute and wanted them ready. He put them in a serving dish with a cover and it was just in time. He heard Ford on the baby monitor. "DaDe! Ma Ma!"
Frank passed Brooke on the stairs. He kissed her cheek as they passed. "I made eggs, can you toast some bread please."
"Sure!" She went down the rest of the stairs.
Frank went into Ford's nursery. "Morning Bud!"
Ford reached for him. "Up!"
Frank lifted him into his arms. He had just finished changing his diaper when crying from the next room was heard.
"Osh!" Ford said.
Frank found some blue jeans and red top to put on Ford. Along with some white socks and his blue shoes. He placed him on the floor. "Wait here while I get him."
"Ok Da De."
Frank went next door into a nursery decorated with race cars. "Morning little man!" Josh was crying. Frank went and changed his diaper and put some clothes on him. He put him in a fox onesie and matching pants, white socks and his little shoes. Josh was still not happy. He wanted his bottle.
Brooke came up. "I can take Ford and get him his breakfast."
"Thanks kiddo."
Frank picked up Josh and carried him down the steps. He put him in the bouncer seat that was in the kitchen, and made his bottle. Ford was in his highchair eating under the watchful eye of his big sister. Frank took Josh to the den where he sat on the sofa to feed him in comfort. Josh reached for the bottle. Frank kissed his little head. "There you go son."
Claire came downstairs. She sat beside them. Frank rubbed her back. "Morning sweetheart."
"Daddy I know a lot has been going on but can I have Rena, Maggie, Lydia, and Jenny over for a little while this weekend. I want to watch some movies, play music, and hang out."
Frank pulled the bottle back. Josh fussed. He put his son over his shoulder and burped him. "I will have to see how your mother feels and how you feel, it's not a no, but I can't say for sure."
Claire smiled. "Thanks daddy." She kissed his cheek. Then she kissed her brother. "Enjoy that bottle little man!"
Josh reached for her. She allowed him to take her finger. Claire melted. "He's so sweet daddy."
"He is, isn't he. Go get some eggs and toast honey. NO salt!"
Josh finished his bottle and Frank put him in his swing, gave him his passy, and a crinkle book. Josh took the book happily and started playing with it while swinging side to side. Ford came walking in. "Da De! Pway!"
Frank sat on the floor and scooped him up. "What do you want to play?"
"Cars."
Frank repeated. "Cars! Fun! Are we going to race?"
"Vroom!"
Frank looked up and saw Brooke watching them. She was so pretty. Her dark brown hair was straightened and pulled into a ponytail. She wore a denim skirt, yellow flats, and a yellow top. "You look nice sweetie."
"Thanks. Dad, when is mom going to be home?"
"Hopefully sometime today."
Brooke looked relieved. "Oh good. I'm going to pick up Ben. See you."
"Bye baby." His first baby was growing up. It made his heart both swell with pride and ache a little.
Claire came in with her book bag. She sat on the chaise and started working on her schoolwork. Frank sat and played with Ford until he started getting sleepy. Frank scooped him up and took him upstairs for his mid morning nap. Josh was ready to eat again. The nanny came in. "I didn't hear them wake up. Sorry."
"No worries. I got them. Everyone needs to sleep in every once in a while. Ford is napping."
"Did you have a good time with him? "He's so much fun!" Sophia said.
His cell phone rang. Frank recognized the number. He was smiling when he answered. "Hello darling. They're discharging you in an hour. That's fantastic. When do you see Dr. Barry? In two days, great! I'll be there shortly."
Frank went up and got a shower. He put on his ankle holster and put his weapon in it. Then he put on black slacks,a white cotton button up shirt, and blue sweater vest. He shaved and put on his cologne and was ready for the day. He went down the stairs. He bumped into Joanne. "I'm going to get Callie. Do you have everything you need to make the duck?"
"I do. We'll see you soon. I'll keep an eye on Claire."
Frank left and pulled up to the hospital. He went upstairs to the psych unit and buzzed the door. "May I help you?"
"Yes my wife Callie is being discharged, her patient number is 87686."
The door buzzed open. Frank stepped inside. He saw his wife in the day room. The unit secretary put the duffle on the desk. "Here are her belongings, I have her valuables here including her gorgeous wedding rings."
Frank nodded. "Thank you. Do I need to sign for them?"
"She will."
He felt her arms wrap around him. "Hey."
Frank turned and kissed her. "Hey."
She sat down. "What do I need to sign?"
"This after you confirm that I gave you all your valuables."
Callie looked through everything. She was missing a sock that wasn't a big deal. She signed the form.
"You have your followup information?"
Callie held up the papers. "Yep."
She smiled. "Good luck to you. Enjoy your kids."
Callie was beaming. "I will thank you for everything."
Frank raised an eyebrow. "You like her?"
"She's a very nice woman. Very nice to talk too, non judgemental, and encouraging. I made her a painting and she loved it."
Frank took the duffle from her hands. "Lets get home."
"I want to see your dad first." Callie said.
Frank grinned. He should have known. "Alright, we'll stop by there. George is over at the house with him right now. Since mother is working. He's a bit put out."
"Well he's going to have to get over that."
Frank opened the door to his father's home with his key. "Dad?"
"In here son."
Callie rushed in and hugged him. "Hi Fenton!" She kissed his cheek.
He hugged her back. "Hello sweetheart! It's so good to see you." He studied her closely. "You look well and rested."
"I feel a lot better. No hallucinations in 3 days. It's a relief. I have haldol if I get one. But I'm doing well."
"I'm so glad. How long will you be on these meds?"
Frank answered. "A year then she'll be weaned off."
Fenton took a sip of water. "Good."
George came in with Fenton's lunch. He smiled. "Callie honey! It's good to see you sweetie."
She kissed the man she considered to be an honorary uncle. "You too George. Thank you for keeping an eye on Fenton while Laura is working."
Fenton pouted. "I can watch myself."
Frank soothed. "It's only for another week. When is PT getting here?"
Fenton checked his watch. "Around one."
Callie kissed his cheek. "Enjoy your lunch. I'm going home to my children."
Fenton kissed her forehead. "Enjoy every minute kids."
Frank pulled up into the garage. He opened Callie's car door and they went inside the house together. Claire was sitting on one of the island stools eating a sandwich. She turned and saw her mother. She climbed down and rushed over to her. "Mom!"
Callie hugged her tightly. "Hi baby! I missed you."
"I missed you too."
Claire could smell her mother's perfume. It was a pleasant smell. She pulled away. "Brooke is at school. I wish I could be in school."
"I know honey but this is what's best for now. You need to rest."
"I know it just sucks."
Sophia came in with Ford. Ford squealed when he saw Callie. Callie hurried over to him. "Hey Ford! Mommy missed you!" She kissed both his cheeks.
"MaMa!" Ford put her face in his hands leaned over and kissed Callie right on the mouth. "Ove you."
"I love you too sweet boy." She put him in his highchair. Then went to go find Josh. He was playing on the floor on his belly. Callie laid down in front of him. "Hey Josh! Mommy's home!"
Josh cooed and reached for her cheek. Callie kissed his little hand. She picked up a rattle and shook it. Josh's eyes followed the movement and sound. He reached for the rattle, took it from her, and shook it himself. Frank watched them as they played for a few minutes. Then Callie stood up. "I really want a shower."
Frank noted her tone. He sucked in his breath. He turned and saw that Claire was neck deep in school work again. He grinned and followed her upstairs. He locked their bedroom door and followed her to the bathroom. She started the shower. Frank reached around her and started unbuttoning her blouse. She moaned as his fingers touched her bare skin. "It's been so long Frank."
It had been for them. They usually made love at least twice a week. Now it had been four weeks and he was dying to have her. He undressed her sensually. Callie turned and gave him the same treatment. They stepped into the shower. The water was steamy and suited his mood perfectly. He ran his fingers through her beautiful blond hair, put shampoo in it and began to massage her scalp.
Callie sighed. His touch felt amazing and he was right against her. She could feel him hard as steel. Then he put shower gel on his hands and rubbed it on her body. She turned to face him and devoured his mouth in a feverish kiss. Their tongues mating.
By the time he was done Callie was clean and panting. She kissed him hard. "My turn Mr. Hardy."
Frank swallowed. "Is it now?" She took his shower wash and put some first in his hair. She gave him the same treatment. His eyes closed as the tension drained from his body. Then she put the soap in her hands and roamed his body. Frank moaned as she touched him. "God! Baby I want you."
"Then have me."
Frank pinned her against the tiles and lifted her. She wrapped her legs around his waist. He entered her on a moan. Callie clung to him as he thrusted. She gasped. "Oh yes! Yes!"
Frank thought he was dying of pleasure. His body was on fire. She kissed his chest then the nape of his neck. He could feel her tighten and her body started to tremble. "That's it Cal...go over baby!"
They were both gasping now. Callie felt the pressure build up within her to the point of pain. She was about to burst. "Oh Frank! Ahh! Yes! FRAANK!"
Frank let go seconds after she did. He moaned. "Oh Callie sweetheart!"
Callie growled. "Again Frank God!"
Frank turned off the water and wrapped them both in a towel and took them to the bed. He was desperate. He commanded. "Get on your knees."
Callie did. He rubbed her back then took her hips and thrusted deep and hard inside her. Callie let out a small scream. Frank kept his pace, his body dripping now with sweat. Callie grabbed a pillow and bit it as she started screaming with each thrust. Frank could feel how tight she was. She was again on the brink. His own loins were aching, the delicious tension was almost unbearable. Then her body emploaded. She screamed he grunted as his orgasm washed over him. They both collapsed onto the bed. Callie turned and wrapped her arms around his neck. Frank kissed her tenderly. "I love you so much."
Callie kissed him back. "I love you. That was pretty hot Mr. Hardy."
Frank kissed her neck. "You always bring out the best within me darling."
Callie snorted and they both chuckled.
They laid there a few minutes just enjoying the closeness and being in each other's arms. Frank eyed the time. "Brooke will be here soon."
Callie stood up and went to get a change of clothes. Frank put his clothes back on. It wasn't a moment too soon because a knock was heard at the door. It was Claire. "Dad...I need help with a math problem."
Frank opened the door. "Sure kiddo."
Callie came out of the bathroom. "Is it a new concept?"
"Yeah and I wish I was there during the lecture."
Frank said. "I'll walk you through it kiddo."
Claire had moved to the kitchen table. Frank sat beside her and went through the process of the problem step by step. He showed Claire an example and she answered the first one correctly.
Frank beamed. "Good job!"
The door opened and Brooke came into the house. She saw them at the kitchen table. "Is mom home yet?"
Frank smiled. "She's upstairs."
Callie came down the steps. "I'm here! Hi honey!"
"Mom!" Brooke hugged her tightly.
