AN: Hello everyone :) Whew, what a long week. I promised an update so here it is. My beta told me to be prepared to blush, clearly this is an M chapter so I would recommend reading when you're not in public or at work. Happy reading :)
Chapter Forty-Four
Callie
"Torres." Mark's voice stopped Callie in her tracks as she made a beeline for the exit. She was just getting off of work and Arizona was off in an hour.
Tomorrow was their last day off before they left for Miami in five days. They would be meeting the entire wedding party and Torres family plus some guests in Miami on Tuesday night and then they would all board the big Torres jet and fly to Spain. Arizona and Callie had flown on the business jet for domestic flights several times but never on the actual Torres jet that was used for overseas travels. If Callie was honest, she was nervous about displaying that level of wealth to not only Arizona but Teddy and Barbara as well. Not to mention, they had a list of things to get done before leaving and top of Callie's list was talking to Arizona about J.J. She had told her about his checkered past but now that they knew he would be at the wedding and on the plane with them for sure, she wanted a plan in place to keep him away from Arizona. They had hoped at least J.J. would decline the invite once he learned the wedding was in Barcelona, unfortunately that had not been the case. She knew Arizona was going to be resistant to the kind of protection Callie wanted but she was going to convince her otherwise because honestly, the blonde didn't have a choice.
"What's up Mark?" Callie asked without slowing her pace or turning to face him. She was headed straight for Joe's for a little liquid courage while she waited for Arizona.
"Not much, just haven't seen you around in a while. Are you heading to Joe's?"
"Yea, Arizona is out in about an hour and we have a lot to do before we leave for the wedding. You want to grab a quick drink and catch up?"
"Why not? Your woman is keeping my woman here. They're in surgery together."
"I'm aware." Callie replied. It was the other reason why she found herself needing a drink.
Arizona was currently supervising a surgery being performed by Alex Karev and Lexie Grey on Joann's son. It was exploratory to see if they could find the source of the abdominal pain he was currently suffering. Every test had come up negative over the last few weeks and though his labs, insulin levels, and kidney function had improved greatly, his abdominal pain and loss of appetite had continued to persist. Arizona had removed herself from the case but was still supervising as head of the pediatric surgery department. That coupled with the fact that Joann had gone to the Chief and insisted that Arizona be in the surgery had left the pediatric surgeon no other option. Arizona had insisted on Joann and her wife signing a waiver before agreeing to be in the operating room for her own protection, though Stephanie still seemed to be unaware of who Arizona was. The situation was tense and Callie hated that it was looming over them.
"Penny for your thoughts."
"I just can't stand Joann. I know Arizona has to do her job but I hate that Joann keeps dragging her back onto this case."
"Well this time next week you two will be in Barcelona and Joann won't be able to get to her."
"I know. I'm just ready for today to be over." Callie groaned.
"Hey, look at that, Lexie just messaged me. They're out of surgery and going to change and head this way."
"Thank God." Callie replied as they snagged a table and sat down with their drinks. The two friends chatted and caught up for a while. When the doorbell jingled, Callie sighed a breath of relief when she looked up and saw Arizona and Lexie. They both looked solemn though.
"Hey babe. What's wrong?" Callie asked, getting up and pulling the blonde in for a tight hug. She knew something was wrong when the blonde neglected to pull away when the hug was over but instead nuzzled her nose into Callie's neck and held on tighter.
"Exploratory surgery was indicative of cancer. We took some biopsies of the lymph nodes and liver." Lexie explained as she hugged Mark.
"Oh Arizona, I'm so sorry. I know I'm not a fan of Joann but it's her kid, I wouldn't wish that on anyone." Callie said, pulling back and looking at the blonde as she kept her arms firmly on her shoulders.
"I know. I know that. I wouldn't either and we won't know for sure until we get the pathology report. Joanie and Steven are super close and really sweet kids, it's going to be hard for all of them. It just makes me want to call Tim and tell him how much I love him." Arizona replied.
"Well, let's go home and you can call him on the way." Callie said, gathering her purse.
"You don't mind?" Arizona asked, looking relieved.
"Of course not. Mark, rain check?" Callie asked.
"Of course, take your woman home."
Callie listened with a smile on her face as Arizona spoke to her brother on the phone. Callie didn't usually condone speaking on the phone while driving but she had had a drink so Arizona had refused to let her get behind the wheel. They had compromised by Arizona putting Tim on speaker so she could be hands free. He and Sara would be finding out the sex of the baby while they were in Barcelona and Arizona was practically buzzing in her seat by the time they pulled in the driveway. It was just what she had needed and Callie smiled as they said goodbye to Tim.
"Did that make you feel better?" Callie asked, brushing a piece of hair behind Arizona's ear.
"It really did, thank you. I know you were enjoying hanging out with Mark."
"I was but Mark and I can hang out another time. I wanted to be there for you tonight."
"You're the best." Arizona replied, placing a kiss on her lips before the pair moved to get out of the car and head inside.
"Why don't you go ahead and go change, I'll pour us each a glass of wine. Where do you want to sit? Upstairs in the office, out on the deck, the couch?"
"Let's sit outside. I know it's chilly but I could grab a blanket and we could snuggle up together." Arizona suggested.
"I like the way you think, Robbins." Callie replied with a wink.
Callie poured a glass of white wine and a glass of red before running upstairs to change into a pair of yoga pants and a hoodie. Arizona was coming down the stairs dressed similarly and they shared a sweet kiss before the blonde continued down the stairs with a fleece throw blanket thrown over her arm.
"The wine is on the counter, I'll be right out." Callie said as she continued upstairs.
When the brunette came back down moments later, Arizona was just setting their wine glasses down on the glass table between their patio chairs. She crawled into one of the lounger chairs they had purchased and patted the space between her legs for Callie to sit. It took a few seconds of careful consideration before Callie smiled brightly at the blonde and sat down between Arizona's legs, her back leaning against Arizona's chest. Callie grabbed the two glasses of wine and handed Arizona hers before taking a healthy gulp of her own.
"What's on your mind?" Arizona asked, running her fingers through silky locks with the hand that wasn't occupied with a wine glass.
"That obvious, huh?"
"Sometimes I can practically hear you thinking."
"I'll have to keep that in mind." Callie replied, taking another drink before setting her glass back down. Arizona followed suit and began lightly rubbing Callie's shoulders while she waited for her to speak.
"Just talk to me, babe."
"I'm worried about us being on the same plane and in the same hotel as J.J. And my Uncle Junior too for that matter."
"I'm not crazy about the idea either, Callie but now I know so I will keep my guard up."
"That's not good enough for me. I don't trust him and I'm not willing to risk your safety."
"What do you suggest we do? Do you want to take a different flight and stay in a different hotel?" Arizona asked. She was more than willing to do that if it would help Callie relax.
"No, I mean I would do that but it doesn't completely solve the problem."
"What do you have in mind? I can tell you have something in mind but are hesitant to share."
"My father has offered to hire security. I mean the hotel already has security and it's doubled for the wedding but I mean security specifically for us."
"What? Callie, you can't be serious. Don't you think that's overkill?"
"No, no I do not. I think underestimating my uncle and cousin would be a decision that we will all regret. I'd like to have security with us. And I want you to tell your mom."
"My mom! Callie, she is a freaking crazy protective mama bear. She would freak out if she knew that J.J. bruised my arm or threatened me."
"He threatened you? I don't remember you saying he threatened you."
"I told you what he said. It wasn't really a threat, just a comment, something about not disrespecting the men in your family."
"Ok, you did not tell me that. We are most certainly getting security. I at least want someone at the entrance to our room and traveling with us. They don't have to be with us with us, you probably won't even notice that they're there. I also want to upgrade our room to a suite so your mom and Teddy can be in the same area as us. I might have familial duties and I don't want to leave you alone." Callie replied, knowing that was going to be the hardest sell. Barcelona was supposed to be sexy, spontaneous, exciting, having security 24/7 would definitely make those things more difficult. It also took some of the magic away when your mom and sister were just down the hall and security just outside the door.
"Are you trying to not get laid in Barcelona?" Arizona asked, her voice slightly higher than normal. Clearly the women were on the same wavelength. Arizona was trying desperately to understand Callie's point of view and she fought to keep her own temper in check.
"That would be an unfortunate consequence but a price I'm willing to pay if it keeps you safe."
"Grrr, you are so infuriating, Calliope. How can I be mad when you say things like that and I know you just want to protect me? But I really, really want to be mad at you."
"I know it feels like overkill but please, do this for me?"
"Do these suites have adjoining rooms?"
"According to Aria there's one that has two rooms on one side and a master on the other, each with their own bathroom, kind of like how ours was set up last year. They each have a private balcony but the living room, kitchenette, and eating area is in the center of the suite and a shared space. It's technically all one suite but the rooms are spaced out and separated like an apartment." Callie replied. She handed Arizona the pamphlet of the room Aria had already moved them to.
The new room was two floors above their original reserved room in the Torres Hotel Barcelona but no one knew that except Callie, Aria, Carlos, and Lucia. Anyone who had received the guest list with room assignments would have their old room number still listed. Callie felt that was a safety measure she would like to keep in place. They had put Barbara's photographer friend, Clause in their original room instead. What Callie failed to mention was it didn't matter if Arizona agreed or not, the arrangements had already been made but it would be better for all of them if she got the blonde to agree.
"Fine." Arizona replied with a roll of her eyes.
"Are you mad?"
"No." Arizona responded but Callie turned, arching her eyebrow, "Ok, maybe a little but I love you and I know you're worried so I'm doing this to keep you from worrying so much. I want you to relax and enjoy Aria's wedding."
"Thank you." Callie said, turning to place a hard kiss on awaiting pink lips.
"I'm going to need more than just a kiss to convince me though, Calliope." Arizona whispered against the tan flesh behind Callie's ear before placing open mouthed kisses over the area.
"Hmmm, I could think of some things I could do to convince you." Callie replied before turning in her seat so she was facing Arizona.
"I think I'm going to need a lot of convincing then."
Callie leaned in and kissed her blonde hard, demanding entrance into her mouth. Her hands slid under the blonde's hoodie and her fingers found the naked skin of her bare abdomen and chest before seeking out hardened nipples. Arizona moaned softly into Callie's mouth at the feeling of her cool hands on her breasts. In one swift motion, Callie freed the blonde beneath her of her yoga pants and underwear.
"Callie, what are you doing? We're outside." Arizona whispered against her lips as Callie continued with kissing her as if nothing happened.
"Then I suggest you be quiet." Callie replied, breaking their kiss and winking at Arizona before she disappeared below the blanket.
"Oh fuck." Arizona whispered as Callie's mouth wasted no time getting to work between her legs. Callie smiled as she swiped her tongue through wet folds. This talk had gone much better than she anticipated and if this was the price she had to pay, she was more than happy to pay it over and over again.
Callie dipped the tip of her tongue into Arizona's entrance before swiping it up and circling her clit. She followed that pattern several times while the blonde writhed beneath her. As the brunette brought her attention back up to Arizona's clit and added more pressure, she began to hum. The blonde beneath her bucked her hips at the new sensation and Callie smiled as she looked up to see Arizona covering her own mouth with her hand. Callie really didn't care if the neighbors heard them, they couldn't see them and that was all that mattered to her but she knew Arizona would be mortified if they heard her. Callie sucked Arizona's clit into her mouth and continued her humming as the blonde trembled beneath her. Moments later, Arizona stiffened and then her legs tightened around Callie's head. Callie heard her gasping and moaning against her hand clamped tightly over her mouth and she couldn't help but smile to herself.
"I think I could get you to agree to just about anything right now." Callie said with a cocky smile as she pecked Arizona's still sensitive clit and then moved up to pink lips.
"Maybe we should go upstairs and find out." Arizona replied with a lazy smile of her own. Callie handed the blonde her yoga pants and the blonde slipped them on without the panties that Callie was holding captive before she led the brunette up to their bedroom.
Arizona
"I can't believe we are back in Barcelona. I forgot how beautiful it is here." Arizona said. They had arrived in Barcelona earlier that day and had just now made it to their hotel room. They had spent the afternoon getting final fittings for the big day on Saturday and the couple was exhausted.
It was the day before Thanksgiving and both surgeons had had to plead, bargain, and sign their name in blood in order to get yet more time off. In exchange, they would both be working Christmas Eve and New Years Eve and be the attendings on call for their departments on Christmas day as well as New Year's Day. It was a small price to pay to attend the wedding of the year in Barcelona though.
"Me neither. The hotel is beautiful. I can't believe this is a Torres hotel, here, in Barcelona." Callie replied, leaning into the blonde that was holding her from behind as they stood on their balcony enjoying the view.
"It is pretty amazing. I can understand why Aria would want to get married here. The chapel is beautiful and it's fitting that hers will be the first wedding held there." Arizona replied. She was astounded at the magnitude of this wedding. As the Torres name was becoming more and more popular, not just in the U.S. but in Europe as well, the wedding had caught the media's attention and would be broadcast live in all of their hotel lobbies worldwide.
"It is. I was a little bit annoyed that she chose Barcelona at first. Spain has always been my thing and I suppose I didn't like the idea of sharing it with Aria."
"And now?"
"And now I think you're right. She's worked really hard and she chose to open not one but two hotels in Spain because she knows how much I love it here."
"If it makes you feel better, Jared and I talked on the plane. This wasn't Aria's idea. It was your parents. She resisted at first but after realizing the publicity the opening of this hotel would get and by extension, the rest of the Torres chain, she decided to agree to it." Arizona explained.
"Well, Aria deserves this. She worked really hard and she has always enjoyed having attention like this." Callie replied.
"Is this what you would want? Hundreds of people and the media televising it?"
"Absolutely not. I always envisioned a big beautiful Catholic church and a white dress that resembles the one my mother wore. I was always obsessed with her dress when I was a little girl. I imagined big, yes, but nothing like this. What did you imagine?"
"Honestly? A trip to Vegas, quick and dirty and then lots of sex on the beach somewhere. Sangrias in our hands and miles of water around us." Arizona replied with a smile, knowing full well that was no longer an option. But the few times in her life she had ever thought about what it would be like to get married, that is how she had envisioned it happening.
"Really?"
"I was never the type to dream about a big white wedding before."
"Before what?"
"Before now."
"And now?"
"Now I think about white dresses and wedding vows." Arizona replied shyly.
"You do?"
"I do." Arizona replied with a dimpled smile.
Barbara had handed Arizona the mysterious box her husband had given her to give to their daughter the moment she had stepped on the plane that morning. Daniel and Arizona had agreed that he would send her old softball mitt with her Grandmother's ring hidden inside to keep both Callie and Barbara from being suspicious. The Chief had announced that after the holidays, spring training for the annual softball game against Mercy West would begin. It had given Arizona the perfect opportunity to request her mitt and give Daniel a way to smuggle the ring to her. She had yet to see the final product in person but she had seen the pictures her dad had sent and had a video conference with the jeweler twice, once with the finished ring. She couldn't wait to pull the ring out and take a look at it.
"I love you." Callie replied, turning in her arms and placing a tender kiss on Arizona's lips.
"I love you too." Arizona replied with a smile.
"I would love to break in that king sized bed with some crazy, hot sex but I am so exhausted."
"Oh babe, is thirty getting to you?" Arizona teased.
"Hey, you're going to be twenty-nine next week and we both know how much you love celebrating your birthday so unless you want Aria, Abuela, Nonna, and my mom to know you will be celebrating your birthday here while we're in Barcelona, I suggest you stop teasing me about my age."
"You wouldn't?"
"Try me." Callie said, licking the edge of her top lip and arching an eyebrow.
"Fine no more jokes about how you're thirty and I'm not." Arizona replied as she turned to walk back into their room from the balcony.
"That's it, you're in for it now." Callie said running up behind Arizona and flinging them both onto the bed where they landed with a bounce. Arizona giggled as Callie trapped her beneath her and blew raspberries on her neck.
"Stop, stop, I'm sorry, no more." Arizona said. Callie stopped and looked down at her. She pecked her lips quickly and let the blonde up.
"You're lucky I'm tired but next time I will most definitely slip about your birthday to Aria. I wouldn't even have to tell anyone else she would do it for me."
"Fun sucker!" Arizona pouted but she laid down next to Callie with a smile and curled into her embrace. Callie was sure the smiling blonde was asleep before her head hit the pillow and Callie was right behind her.
XXXXX
The next morning Callie was downstairs cooking Thanksgiving dinner with Lucia, Abuela, and Nonna in one of the hotel kitchens. Barbara was with Clause out shooting some test photos for the wedding, leaving Arizona and Teddy alone in the hotel suite. The two had locked themselves in Teddy's bathroom and had the ring Arizona was going to give to Callie out to inspect. It was a simple band, but unique, especially for her grandmother's day. The band was black rhodium with two small oval gemstones on each side of the band. Arizona had the original diamonds on each side of the band replaced with a blue topaz and a sapphire to represent each of their birthstones and to add a bit of color. The round halo diamond in the center had been replaced with a slightly bigger diamond and the vintage setting surrounding the large diamond held eighteen smaller diamonds. The jeweler had cleaned the ring and sized it and now she just couldn't wait to get it on Callie's finger.
"Oh my God Arizona, it is beautiful."
"I know, he did an amazing job, didn't he? It was in a bit of rough shape. He had to replace some of the stones around the center diamond and on the band so I added our birthstones on each side in place of the original diamonds. It just needed a bit of color and the dark and light blues look so good together. I had him put in a little bigger diamond in the center and he resized the band and spiffed it all up for me. Do you think Callie will like it? I mean I know the black band isn't super traditional but when I thought of what I wanted Callie to have, Grammy's ring was all I could think about." Arizona rambled nervously as they held it under the light to see how it sparkled. The scalloped edges of the halo part of the ring that housed the smaller diamonds made the large circular diamond in the center look that much bigger.
"I think the black band will give it just enough of a badass edge that Callie will love it and she most definitely can pull it off."
"Are you sure? I know she's always dreamed of this big white wedding, the ring isn't exactly traditional."
"No, it's not but it is unique, like Callie and your relationship with her. I think it's perfect and she will love it."
"I hope so but if she doesn't, I don't care, I will take her and let her pick out any ring she wants as long as she says yes."
"Wow, I cannot believe I am talking to the same Arizona." Teddy teased.
"You're not. I've grown, I've changed, Callie has changed me."
"As long as you don't lose yourself and you're happy then I am completely onboard with that."
They took turns trying on the ring and admiring it. It was too big for either of their ring fingers but it still felt nice to try it on and admire it against their skin. Arizona had to admit, she couldn't wait to see it on Callie. It would look much nicer against her darker skin and longer fingers. Teddy was just taking the ring off to hand back to Arizona when a knock at the door startled them and Teddy dropped the ring. They both tried to catch it but they stared wide-eyed as it dropped into the drain.
"Oh my God!" Teddy shrieked.
"Arizona? Are you guys alright in there?" Barbara called as she jiggled the door handle. Arizona ran to the door and flung it open pulling both Barbara and Clause inside before slamming it shut.
"Teddy dropped Callie's ring down the drain. I need your help." Arizona exclaimed, nearing a full on panic attack.
"Well, we're going to have to take the pipes under the sink apart. I'll call maintenance." Clause said, exiting the bathroom to go find the number to maintenance.
"What ring, Arizona?" Barbara questioned, staring her daughter down.
"Not now mom, just help me get it back." Arizona replied.
"Maybe I should call Callie and tell her that her ring is missing. Maybe they can get someone up here faster." Barbara suggested.
"No!" Arizona and Teddy shouted together.
"Arizona Monroe Robbins, look at me right now." Barbara exclaimed. Arizona turned and looked at her mom, knowing the gig was up.
"Callie doesn't know about the ring yet mom."
"Oh my God, do you mean? Does this mean what I think it means?" Barbara asked, clutching her chest.
"Mom, don't have a coronary. I'm not ready to ask her quite yet but yes, I have a ring. Well I did anyway." Arizona replied, plopping down onto the floor. Barbara disappeared and came back a few moments later with a screwdriver and some sort of wrench looking thing, Arizona had no idea what it was called or what it was for but she was happy to see it if it meant getting the ring back.
"Where? How?"
"Arizona, I'm a photographer and I'm married to a military man, I travel with a toolbox just in case. Always be prepared, right?" Barbara explained when she gave her mother a questioning look before Barbara laid down on the floor and got to work. With a skill Arizona would have never thought possible from her mother, she had disconnected the pipes, retrieved the ring, and was just putting the pipe back when Clause returned stating maintenance would arrive shortly.
"Nevermind, crisis averted." Teddy sighed in relief.
"Guess I'll call and tell them they're no longer needed." Clause laughed at the sight of Barbara.
"Let me see that." Barbara said, drying her hands on her dirty jeans. Arizona handed the ring over and watched as her mom's eyes filled with tears. "Was this Grammy's?"
"Yea, I called dad and asked him for it. I know Grammy left it for me so it could be my engagement ring someday but it never seemed like me. When I thought of Grammy's ring, it did scream Calliope though. I made a few changes to make it more personal to Callie."
"It's beautiful Arizona."
"Do you think Calliope will like it?" Arizona asked, emotion evident in her voice.
"Like what?" Callie's rich voice was heard from the hallway. Barbara hurriedly stuffed the ring in her pocket.
"None of your beeswax, Calliope. Stop eavesdropping." Arizona hollered just as big brown eyes popped around the corner.
"What's this? A party in the bathroom?" Aria asked, coming into view behind her sister.
"Just some girl talk." Teddy replied.
"Ummm, ok then. Dinner is in an hour so I came to get all of you so you could get ready." Callie replied, clearly not happy with how the conversation had gone and being kept out of the loop. But knowing that Barbara was involved, she didn't push the issue.
"Ok babe, thanks. Go ahead and start getting ready, I'll be right there." Arizona said. She waited for Callie and Aria to disappear before she handed her mom the box and Barbara carefully placed the ring back in it.
"Want me to hide this for you for now?" Barbara asked quietly.
"Yes, please and thank you mom." Arizona replied, hugging her mom quickly before she headed down the hall to her and Callie's room to get ready. Aria sat on the sofa looking over some brochures.
"Hey Aria." Arizona said as she passed.
"Don't mind me, I'm just hanging out here because I'm already ready and if I head downstairs they will put me to work doing something. And Jared is too busy with a basketball game with his family to keep me entertained." Aria replied. Arizona laughed at her honest confession and continued on to the master bedroom.
"Calliope?"
"Getting in the shower." Callie called from the bathroom a moment before the water turned on. Arizona made a split second decision and shed her clothes before stepping into the bathroom.
"Can I join?" Arizona asked through the glass doors of the shower.
"We only have an hour, Arizona." Callie replied. Since she didn't flat out reject her, Arizona opened the door and joined Callie. She stepped up behind her and wrapped her arms around Callie's waist, resting her head on Callie's upper back.
"Please don't be mad. Christmas is coming up and any secrets I'm keeping are good ones, okay?" Arizona said. It wasn't a complete lie, she told herself but it was a necessary one for the moment.
"I'm sorry. It's been a long day and I'm just tired."
"How about, I wash your hair and back for you and then you can go and rest before we leave. I'll even blow dry your hair for you if you want." Arizona said, already reaching for the shampoo. Arizona washed and conditioned Callie's hair and body for her as promised and then shooed her from the shower so she could rest while Arizona finished her shower.
Callie was fast asleep in her robe on the bed when Arizona came into the room ten minutes later. Deciding to let her sleep, Arizona went about doing her own hair and applying her makeup. She dressed in a pair of dark wash jeans and a red sweater that hung off one shoulder. She was just doing a last check in the mirror when she felt eyes on her and turned to see Callie watching her from the bed.
"You're really beautiful, do you know that?" Callie asked.
"You do tell me quite often. How are you feeling, babe?" Arizona asked as she made her way to the bed. She grabbed the brush and blow dryer on the way.
"Better thanks, I guess I needed that little cat nap. Will you still blow dry my hair?"
"Of course I will. I can braid it for you too if you would like."
"Braids are more your thing, honey."
"Oh come on, I can make it badass for you." Arizona replied with a smile as she leaned down and kissed Callie's cheek.
"I think I'll stick with a ponytail." Callie replied.
Twenty minutes later, Callie was dressed in a black sleeveless top with a black blazer and a pair of black skinny jeans. The only pop of color was the purple heels on her feet. Even with Arizona's own small black heels, the height difference was severe when Callie wore heels like that but Arizona couldn't take her eyes off of her. She still found herself completely amazed this wasn't all a dream at times. Callie was stunning and her bare neck with her hair pulled up the way she had it was doing all sorts of things for Arizona.
Barbara joined them in the living room a few moments later dressed in a skirt and green blouse and a few minutes after that, Teddy came out dressed in an oversize grey sweater, leggings, and boots. Aria, who was already dressed in a form fitting white dress, sat and chatted with the four women for a few moments, each of them admiring and complimenting each other's outfits and shoes before they made their way down to the dining room that Carlos had reserved for Thanksgiving dinner.
Only the Walker and Torres families were attending the Thanksgiving dinner in this room but still, it was a lot of people. If Arizona thought she had met all of the Torres family at the engagement party, she was severely mistaken. The rest of the wedding guests were being provided their own complimentary Thanksgiving feast in the main hall where the wedding reception would take place in two days. The Walkers took up part of one side of the table. Callie, Arizona, Barbara, and Teddy sat down next to Lucia while Aria went around and took a seat across from them next to Jared. Introductions were made and friendly conversation was flowing. Everyone seemed happy and enjoying the festivities despite being away from home.
A tension was felt as Barbara's eyes narrowed at the incoming group of people. Arizona followed her mother's gaze and found Junior, Fatima, J.J., and Juan as they made their way to the table. Though they were seated at the far end of the table near Abuela, Paula, Pedro, Alicia and her husband, their daughter, Mario and his wife, and Dominic, and more members of the Torres family that Arizona had yet to meet, Callie's hand instinctively pulled Arizona closer to her as J.J. made eye contact with the blonde.
Barbara had one hand on Arizona and the other on Teddy as she watched them cross the room. Arizona leaned in and whispered to her mother that she was staring and her gaze finally dropped but Arizona knew if looks could kill, J.J. would have dropped dead on the spot. Barbara had been furious to say the least when she had heard the story of J.J. and what had happened with Arizona. She was even more furious that she was only now hearing about it. She had threatened to tell Daniel but Arizona knew that would lead to a mob of uncles and cousins out for blood and she did not want or need that right now. Mama bear was enough for her to contend with.
"Callie, I don't think you introduced me to Alicia's husband and little girl." Arizona said, trying to break the tension.
"Oh that's because Eli and Reina were ill over the Fourth of July but Reina is the flower girl." Callie replied.
"Isn't she adorable?" Aria asked from her spot across the table.
"Yes."Arizona replied simply. She didn't know what else to say. The child was stunning and looked so much like Callie that Arizona had difficulty keeping her eyes off of her. Why were her ovaries suddenly aching? She shook the thought from her head quickly, she was still on the fence about kids. She knew Callie would be a great mother, she had no doubts about that, the doubts she had were about herself alone.
"She looks like Callita did at that age." Lucia said.
"But Callie was much fatter." Aria added with a giggle.
"She was perfect." Lucia added, "Besides, Aria, you were bigger than Callie as a baby."
"Ha, now who was the fat one?" Callie exclaimed.
"Girls, it's Thanksgiving, be nice to each other." Carlos said from the head of the table but Arizona didn't miss the small smile on his face.
"Who are the other two? I don't recognize them either." Arizona replied, nodding to a man and woman around Callie's age.
"Oh, that's Ana and Eduardo. They are my cousins, I mean we consider them cousins at least. My Abuelo's brother, Dante had a daughter, my Tia Marianna, those are her kids. Abuelo took the hotel chains and Dante took the casinos once the business was up and running." Callie replied. Arizona was staring at her with an odd look as she spoke, it made Callie feel slightly self-conscious, "What?"
"You're just so beautiful." Arizona replied, flushing slightly at being caught. What was going on with her?
"Thank you. You're stunning, Arizona."
"Have I told you today that I love you?"
"Maybe but you can tell me again." Callie whispered.
"I love you and I am so lucky. That's what I am thankful for today, that I have you."
"Someone is feeling extra sweet today."
"I am. Maybe it's Barcelona or the wedding but I am just very happy and feeling emotional toward you. Is that ok?."
"It's more than ok, baby. And I am so very thankful for you too, Arizona."
Dinner was served a short time later, Arizona and Teddy both looking at each other guiltily with cheeks full of food as Abuela stood to say "Grace". Arizona quickly averted her eyes to her plate and tried to chew while being as inconspicuous as possible but she knew both Callie and Barbara had witnessed the infraction. She hoped though that neither Lucia nor Carlos had noticed. She whispered a quick "Amen" and when her eyes caught the mischievous wink from Carlos's sparkling blue eyes, she knew he had most definitely seen.
"Your dad saw me eating before Abuela said grace." Arizona whispered to Callie.
"Don't worry, there's a chapel, you can go to confession and all will be forgiven." Callie whispered back. Arizona's head whipped up as she looked at a smiling Callie. She sighed in relief as she heard Callie laugh and knew she was joking.
"You're not funny."
"Actually I think I'm quite funny." Callie replied then added, "It's safe to eat now, dear."
There was a mix of traditional American Thanksgiving food and Cuban dishes that the Torres women had made themselves that morning as well Spanish food that the hotel had supplied. Arizona tried a bit of everything and was feeling uncomfortably full by the time dessert was served. Teddy too seemed too full for dessert and Arizona found herself wishing she had thought to wear leggings like Teddy as her skinny jeans felt uncomfortably snug.
"Want me to have some pie wrapped up for you and Teddy for later?" Callie asked, knowing dessert was Arizona's favorite.
"That would be great, babe, thanks. And could you have them make another two plates with a bit of everything for Pete and Frank? They're away from their families on Thanksgiving because they are guarding me, the least we can do is bring them some food."
"I had food delivered to their rooms for them but if it will make you feel better, we will take them some more."
"Of course you did because you're so thoughtful and sweet. I love that about you and I am so thankful that I'm here with you." Arizona said, placing a quick kiss on Callie's lips boldly. It was chaste and innocent as far as their kisses usually went but it was still bold considering their environment. They were always a bit shy to be affectionate in the presence of Callie's family but no one seemed to notice the tiny display of public affection.
"I'm really grateful you're here too. And I am grateful that I found you. I hope you know I'm never letting you go."
"Good, I don't want you to." Arizona said, nuzzling their noses together.
"Are there going to be more wedding bells in the future?" Aria asked from across the table as she watched her sister and Arizona intently. They both looked up quickly at the younger Torres sister.
"What?" The couple asked simultaneously. Arizona's face flushed and Callie's eyes narrowed at her sister. Aria held her hands up in front of her.
"Hey, I was just saying, you two are obviously in love. It's sweet and I'm happy you have found each other." Aria said.
"That's very sweet, Aria." Arizona said with a smile.
"That was a wonderful meal, thank you so much for inviting us but I am so full and ready for a nap." Barbara interrupted, as she stood. She was aware of both Callie and Arizona's plans and decided to help them by breaking up the awkwardness.
"Of course, Barbara. We are so glad to have you." Carlos replied with a genuine smile.
"Girls, are you joining me?"
"Yes, I think so. Do you mind?" Callie asked her parents.
"No, of course not. Go ahead. We are going to finish our coffee and then go out for a bit of shopping." Lucia replied. The group of four said their goodbyes to everyone and made their way to their room. Callie and Arizona dropped off the food to Pete and Frank on the way to their room and let them know they were back. The men took turns accompanying Arizona places but so far, their assistance really hadn't been required and Arizona felt ridiculous about the entire situation. She had talked to Callie about it several times but Callie wasn't swayed, she would rather be overly cautious and wrong than the alternative.
As soon as the four women returned to their suite, dinner clothes were shed and replaced with comfortable clothes that didn't have buttons or zippers. Arizona lay sprawled across Callie's legs at the end of the chaise lounge the brunette had claimed. Teddy was folded up in a chair like a pretzel and Barbara was curled up on the couch reading a book. A random Christmas movie played on the television.
"We're going to be here for your birthday this time." Callie said quietly, reminding Arizona gently of the upcoming day. She could feel Arizona's mind racing and felt the need to break the silence as the four of them were lazily reclined.
"I know, I was hoping we could go out to eat and maybe do some sightseeing since we leave the next evening to go home."
"It's your birthday babe, we can do whatever you want. Would you like to maybe go back to the fountain?"
"Yes, absolutely yes. Mom, Teddy, you guys should see it, it's beautiful."
"Why don't we all go after dinner?" Callie suggested, then added, "I could see what everyone else has planned and make a reservation."
"I don't want a big thing, Callie." Arizona said, lifting her head off Callie's stomach where it had been resting so she could look at her.
"I promise. I won't even tell them it's your birthday if you don't want me to. We can just say it's a last night in Barcelona celebration dinner." Callie replied.
"Okay, it would be nice if your parents, Nonna, and Abuela want to join."
"I'll ask them tomorrow. Aria and Jared are staying in Barcelona until we all leave on Thursday so I can see if they would like to join as well."
"That sounds nice." Barbara commented, looking up from her book. Teddy shook her head in agreeance.
"It does." Arizona replied.
"Ok, I will call tomorrow." Callie said, brushing hair from a pale forehead.
"Anyone fancy a walk on the beach?" Arizona asked.
"I think I'm ready for bed." Barbara replied, getting up to head to her room. She stopped and kissed them each on top of their heads. It was barely eight pm but it had been a long few days for all of them.
"Night mom." Arizona said as her mom kissed her head.
"I have a phone date with Henry." Teddy replied, wiggling her phone at them.
"I'd love to go for a walk with you." Callie replied with a smile. It was what Arizona had been hoping for but hadn't wanted to exclude Teddy or her mother. Callie texted Pete and Frank to let them know they planned to walk on the beach. The men responded back a few moments later that they would both enjoy a walk so they would both be escorting them.
"Teddy, Frank and Pete are both going with us so make sure you lock up and don't answer the door." Callie instructed.
"Yes ma'am." Teddy replied, covering the receiver.
"I think she and Henry are getting pretty serious." Arizona whispered to Callie as they entered the hallway.
"I like Henry. We bonded, I think he's a good fit for Teddy." Callie replied knowing Arizona could be a bit protective and witnessing Tim's protectiveness first hand.
The couple walked down the hall and met Frank and Pete before proceeding down to the elevator. The men did a good job of keeping their distance while still letting them know they were there. Arizona took Callie's hand in hers as soon as they hit the beach, both of them removing their shoes and going barefoot as they walked along the water in silence for a few moments. Callie could tell something was on Arizona's mind but over a year of dating had taught her not to push so she waited as patiently as she was capable of.
"Callie, I want to apologize for my family." Arizona said, breaking the silence.
"What for?"
"For what happened while we were in Missouri for Tim's wedding. I know the guys can get carried away and I want you to know I'm not okay with them hazing you."
"I appreciate it, Arizona and I know you weren't happy about it but I actually kind of had fun with it. I know I'm not technically a guy but it felt nice to be included in a ritual that they planned on having back when they thought you would bring home a guy. In a weird way I think it was them showing me that they accepted me and our relationship as equal."
"And I get that but I still don't like it. I would be nervous in an unfamiliar place with men I didn't know."
"I normally would be too but I promise, I was never scared for my safety. I was more scared for them once you found out what they were up to. I trust Tim and Nick and I knew Henry was with me. I'm not going to tell you how to feel about it but I was ok. I knew if I really didn't want to be there I could leave."
"Okay well you just say the word and I will make them pay, painfully, I promise." Arizona replied. Callie knew she was serious but she just couldn't help but laugh at the determination in her eyes even as her smaller body swayed in the wind.
"I'll keep that in mind babe." Callie replied, wrapping an arm around Arizona's shoulders. Arizona placed her own arm around Callie's waist and the two continued their walk in comfortable silence.
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Friday found Arizona and Callie being primped, waxed, and pampered as they took on their bridesmaid and maid of honor duties. They would partake in Aria's bachelorette party that night in the hotel club. While Arizona and Callie were performing their wedding duties, Teddy, Barbara, and Clause had gone out exploring and Arizona found herself both excited for them and jealous as she sat down in the chair to get her eyebrows waxed.
By the rehearsal dinner that evening, Arizona was exhausted and somewhat moody if honest. She loved Aria but she was ready to strangle the bridezilla and her bridesmaids. She found it interesting how easily Callie was able to go with the flow and the Latina never once complained. Even when Aria had very nearly thrown a tantrum, Callie had handled it like a pro and no one but the bridesmaids were none-the-wiser to the episode. Arizona realized Callie had grown up with this and Aria being four years younger must have had a tantrum or two that Callie had witnessed and soothed. Since knowing Aria, Arizona had only ever seen her as a rational, professional adult. The pressure of her upcoming nuptials seemed to be bringing out the worst in the soon to be bride. The rehearsal dinner was finally over though and they were now just chatting and sharing post dinner drinks. The blonde made a mental note to make sure Callie got a little extra pampering once all of this was over and they were finally alone. But right now, Arizona had a target and she was desperately trying to get him alone without drawing attention to herself.
"Carlos, how are you this evening?" Arizona asked as he approached Arizona and the other bridesmaids. Callie had taken Aria somewhere to freshen up after her meltdown.
"I'm well. You look like you need to be rescued." Carlos said, leaning down and whispering in Arizona's ear.
"That would be correct, sir."
"Care to join me on the terrace? I was given a new cigar to try by Mr. Walker but my wife is not a fan of my cigar habit."
"I'm not surprised by that. I would love to join you, sir." Arizona replied with a small smile.
"Arizona, call me Carlos, please, no more of this sir stuff."
"Sorry, old habits. When you're raised in a military family, everyone is sir or ma'am."
"Well, I assure you, neither is necessary where I am concerned." Carlos replied. Carlos led Arizona down a short hall and through the french doors opening onto a terrace. Arizona leaned against the railing of the terrace while Carlos lit his cigar. The view was beautiful though they were only on the first floor. They were still elevated off the beach by a giant set of stairs, the width of the entire hotel meaning they had the perfect view of the pier and of the ocean where they stood. Arizona turned to Carlos and swallowed hard before speaking to him.
"I love Calliope, very much. She is the most beautiful person I have ever met, both inside and out. You and Lucia should be so proud of the woman she is. She amazes me every single day. And I can't imagine my life without her. I'd like to ask you, if I may have Callie's hand in marriage."
"That's not my choice, I believe that is my Calliope's choice."
"It is. But I would like your permission to ask her."
"Why do you need my permission?"
"I guess I don't but I would like to have it. I respect you and Lucia and your family. I want you to be involved in Callie's life. In my family, it's respectful to ask a woman's father if it's ok to marry their daughter. Or to ask their daughter to marry them." Arizona rambled nervously.
"Relax Arizona, I appreciate you thinking to ask me." Carlos said. He always enjoyed the rambling blonde and he couldn't resist giving her just a little bit of a hard time. Calliope was his pride and joy after all.
"Right. So, may I have your blessing to ask Callie?" Arizona asked. Brilliant blue eyes locked onto smaller and slightly darker ones as the two stared each other down. Arizona was practicing her breathing to prevent the tears that tended to erupt with authority figures from surfacing. Finally, Carlos blinked and the smallest of smiles graced his face.
"You may."
"Oh thank you." Arizona screeched, launching her arms around Carlos's neck and placing a noisy kiss on his cheek before either of them realized what she was doing. The blonde looked far from embarrassed though as she pulled away with a giant dimpled smile on her face.
"Would you like a cigar, to celebrate?" Carlos asked, unsure how to handle the perky blonde.
"Calliope wouldn't like that." Arizona replied, not wanting to fight with the Latina while they were in Barcelona. She had never tried a cigar and really had no interest. Carlos smiled at this.
"Neither does Lucia. Here, it's one of the lighter cigars I have. If you were a man asking for permission to marry my daughter, we would celebrate over cigars and scotch. I have my scotch, you have a glass of champagne. I'm not sure how to handle this situation, perhaps you should be celebrating with Lucia instead." Carlos replied, feeling slightly uncomfortable and out of his element.
"No, no, I'll take the cigar." Arizona replied. She felt like this was some sort of test even if Carlos had already agreed and was being nice. It wasn't a test she wanted to fail and Callie had been through much worse with her family. She took the cigar and Carlos lit it for her.
"Have you ever smoked a cigar Arizona?"
"No sir."
"Don't inhale." Carlos replied with a wink. Arizona felt a burning in her throat as the smoke coated her mouth. She may have gotten Carlos's approval by participating in this little ritual but Callie was going to murder her for sure. Maybe that was Carlos's plan all along the blonde thought as Carlos smirked at her as if reading her thoughts.
Arizona took a big gulp of her champagne and the pair stood in silence for a moment staring out at the water, each lost in their own thoughts. After each puff, the cigar got less and less potent and Arizona found herself semi enjoying the nostalgia of cigar smoke.
"Calliope will make a beautiful bride." Carlos said suddenly, emotion evident in his voice.
"Yes, she will. I can't wait." Arizona agreed.
"You will too."
"Thank you, sir."
"Arizona, you are marrying my daughter and we are currently celebrating with cigars, please, call me Carlos."
"Yes, sir." Arizona replied and then the two both chuckled, Carlos shaking his head.
"Arizona, I've been looking everywhere for you. You can't just sneak off on your own like that." Callie said, coming through the terrace doors. Both turned with guilty looks on their faces and Carlos quickly removed the cigar from Arizona's hand and placed it in the receptacle.
"Calliope, it's my fault. The bridesmaids were being a bit dramatic and poor Arizona looked like she wanted to melt into the floor so I invited her to join me outside while I enjoyed my cigar." Carlos explained.
"Oh dad, I didn't see you out here. You know Mami is going to have a conniption when she finds out you're smoking cigars again, right?"
"Calliope, your mother and I have an understanding. Cigars are for business transactions and celebrating. My daughter getting married falls in the celebration category."
"Ok Papi, don't say I didn't warn you." Callie said with a smile. She loved teasing her dad but truth be told, the smell of cigar smoke on his collar was comforting to her.
"Is Aria feeling better?" Arizona asked.
"She is. She's napping before the party. It's been a long day for everyone. Are you ready to go upstairs and relax for a little while?"
"More than ready. Thank you for rescuing me, Carlos." Arizona replied, she placed a hand on his forearm and squeezed it.
"You are most welcome." Carlos said, shocking both Arizona and Callie as he pulled the blonde in for a quick hug before turning to his daughter and giving her one as well.
"Night daddy."
"Goodnight Calliope, Arizona." Carlos said, leaving the two women on the terrace. Once they were alone, Callie pulled Arizona into an embrace and nuzzled her face into Arizona's neck and hair only to pull back moments later with her nose scrunched up.
"No offense, Arizona but you stink. No more joining my dad on the terrace when he's smoking cigars, ok?"
"Ok." Arizona replied, momentary relief flooding her before Callie pecked her on the lips and pulled away once again with an arched eyebrow.
"Did you smoke a cigar with my dad?"
"Callie, you don't know how scary your dad can be and I just wanted him to like me and he offered it to me and I said no at first but he looked so disappointed so when he handed it to me I let him light it..." Arizona rambled. She stopped when she heard Callie's laughter.
"For a moment I was about to scold you but the rambling you just performed was just so freakin adorable that I can't even be mad. Come on, let's get you showered and your teeth brushed so we can nap before the bachelorette party. No more cigars with my dad though, deal?"
"Deal." Arizona replied, relieved that she wasn't about to have a fight with Callie which would possibly result in her sleeping on the couch.
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"I'm getting married tomorrow bitches!" Aria announced as they toasted with their first shots of the night. The bachelorette party included the bridal party plus a few of Aria's friends, her cousin Ana, Rita, and Teddy who had joined the group. All in all there were twelve women including the bride.
"It seems like bridezilla pregamed." Teddy whispered to Arizona and the blonde nodded her head vigorously. The two friends walked over to a high top and sat as the rest of the group hit the dance floor.
"Poor Callie has been playing referee all day. I told her tonight I would stay sober so she could relax and have some fun." Arizona explained quietly as the two friends watched the women on the dance floor from a distance. They had each taken the mandatory initial shot and that was the only shot Arizona planned on participating in. For the rest of the night she would sip on her one glass of wine.
"What are the male half of the bridal party up to tonight?" Teddy asked curiously.
"I think they are in the game room down in the lower level of the hotel. There's an arcade and bowling alley with a bar set up."
"Care if I join you guys? I have a toddler that will be up at the crack of dawn and I am exhausted. I can't keep up with them." Rita said as she plopped down at the table.
"Of course, sit, join the land of soberness." Teddy replied with a smile.
"Ok, so I am pretty familiar with Alicia and Vanessa and I know you, Callie, and Jenna, obviously, but who are the other girls?" Rita asked.
"Well, I only met them today but the one with short dark hair dancing next to Callie is their cousin or second cousin I guess. Her name is Ana and I only met her on Thanksgiving. The others are Aria's friends and I honestly can't keep track of their names." Arizona replied.
"Carmen, Macy, Val." Teddy said, pointing out the other three women that were new to the group.
"How do you know that?" Arizona asked.
"We ran into them while we were out exploring earlier and they hiked with us for a while." Teddy replied with a shrug.
The trio sat and chatted while they watched the group of girls on the dance floor. Spanish music was currently playing and Arizona felt flushed as she watched Callie moving her hips. She knew that Callie was aware of her eyes on her while she enjoyed dancing, she also knew the Latina knew what it did to her. It was going to be a long night if Callie was going to insist on dancing like that. Arizona could already feel the throbbing between her thighs but she was determined to let Callie stay and dance even if she wanted nothing more than to drag her back to their suite right this minute.
"Earth to Arizona." Teddy said, snapping her fingers in front of the blonde's face.
"Hmmm...what?" Arizona asked, turning to face the other two women who were both smirking.
"We asked if you want to go dance with us." Rita replied.
"Umm, yea no, I uh, I don't think that's a good idea right now. It's hot in here, are you guys hot?" Arizona rambled. Her skin was flushed and she felt flustered suddenly. She knew if she stepped within one foot of her gorgeous Latina right now she wouldn't be able to resist dragging her to their room or hell, the bathroom for that matter.
"I'm comfortable." Rita shrugged.
"Me too." Teddy smirked.
"Are you ok if we go dance a little?" Rita asked.
"No, no, go ahead." Arizona replied. Her throat was so very dry, she desperately needed some water and maybe some fresh air.
There was extra security for tonight and tomorrow night. More so than usual. Carlos and Lucia were concerned for the safety of their guests and wanted to assure everyone was safe and able to be escorted to their rooms after drinking if need be. Frank was standing outside of the hotel club where the bachelorette party was in full swing. Pete was stationed downstairs outside of the entertainment center holding the bachelor party. If it wasn't for the fact that Arizona had promised not only Callie but Barbara, Carlos, and Lucia that she wouldn't go off alone then she would be tempted to step outside. Callie in general, but dance floor Callie, especially, did something to her libido that made it difficult to control herself and she very much needed some fresh air.
"You look like you're in pain over here." A sultry voice whispered in her ear. Warm breath tickled the hair on the back of her neck and goosebumps erupted over pale skin.
"Mmm, your hips should be illegal." Arizona replied, relishing the feeling of Callie's body pushed flush against her back. Arizona sat on a backless stool at a high top table making it the perfect height for Callie to hug her from behind without needing to bend. Arizona smiled as she heard Callie's beautiful sexy laugh.
"So watching me move my hips is painful?"
"Very." Arizona all but whimpered.
"Seems like I have a problem then. I can't have my girl sitting here being uncomfortable, let me take care of that for you baby." Callie whispered seductively, licking the shell of a pale ear.
"Oh I intend to let you take care of that tonight when we get back to our room and we can take our time."Arizona replied, turning on her stool so Callie was now standing between her legs. She placed her lips against Callie's and kissed her hard.
"Let's go."
"No, I want you to enjoy dancing and having fun at your sister's bachelorette party. Trust me, we will leave with plenty of time for other activities. I'll even let you be top tonight."
"Oh you'll let me?"
"Uh-huh."
"Ok, one more hour then we're going upstairs."
"Deal."
"And you're getting your sexy ass out there and dancing with me." Callie said, pulling Arizona from her stool. The blonde let the sexy Latina lead her to the dance floor because who was she kidding, she would follow Callie anywhere.
Arizona felt her body being forcefully pulled and held against a strong body. Hips moved behind hers, forcing her to move to the same rhythm. Strong surgeon hands and fingers roamed over her hips and abdomen, her tight dress giving Callie the ability to feel through the soft, velvety material. Arizona's body was on fire, literally her nerve endings felt raw with desire. She found Callie sexy during random times; watching her hum and sing while she cooked dinner, stealing glances at her while she was intently reading one of her mystery novels usually a tan finger twisting carelessly in dark locks, at work when she caught a glimpse of her across the room with a radiant smile on her face and her lab coat rolled up revealing muscular forearms, those moments would take her breath away. But when Calliope Torres wanted to be sexy, you just didn't stand a chance, or at least Arizona didn't, she was putty in those very capable hands.
"Calliope…" Arizona whispered, her eyes shut and her mouth slightly agape.
"Are you sure you want to wait an hour, Arizona? I can make this one very long hour for you baby."
It took all of Arizona's will power to force her eyes open and turn in Callie's arms. She hung her arms over broad shoulders and linked her hands together lazily behind Callie's neck. She brought her mouth to Callie's neck and placed open mouthed kisses up to her jawline and then to her ear. She pulled the lobe into her mouth and nibbled gently, smiling as she felt Callie's breath hitch before she let her breath ghost across Callie's wet lobe and whispered in her ear.
"You're playing with fire, Calliope."
Without warning Callie crashed their lips together. They pulled apart moments later, both panting, their eyes shades darker and chests heaving. Arizona could feel the wetness soaking through the thin material of the thong she had worn under her black long sleeved very short and tight dress. Aria had insisted everyone wear black to her bachelorette party so they could say goodbye to her single life. Arizona had to restrain herself from bending down and kissing the cleavage that was popping out of Callie's own black dress. Though the Latina's dress was more flowy than her own, it was tight around her bust line and accentuated her breasts, creating the most glorious cleavage Arizona had ever seen.
"Bathroom now." Callie growled, grabbing Arizona's wrist but they had barely taken two steps when the club doors opened and the men from the bachelor party stormed in.
"Hey, no guys allowed." Ana shouted.
"We tried to tell him but my lovesick brother just wanted one dance with his blushing bride. Then I promise, we will leave you ladies to it." Sam said. And sure enough, Jared had already found Aria and the two were grinding on the dance floor.
"Anyone care to dance?" Mikey asked, wiggling his eyebrows in Arizona's direction. The two had gotten close as they were paired to walk down the aisle together and Arizona enjoyed his goofy personality and quick wit.
"I've already got mine but nice try." Callie said, leading Arizona further onto the dance floor possessively. Arizona smiled, Mikey had merely looked in her direction and she would have said no even if he had asked. There was no one she wanted to dance with other than the woman who currently had her hands on her ass.
"Can we go to our room after this?" Arizona asked.
"Mmmm, you read my mind."
"You're sure? I don't want you to miss out on your sister's bachelorette party."
"Trust me, I am sure. You made me ruin my panties and they are one of my favorites. Actually they're one of your favorites." Callie replied with a smile. She brushed her lips against Arizona's forehead and the blonde closed her eyes, a smile crossing her face.
"I'll buy you a dozen more of the same pair."
"I think that sounds fair and totally worth it."
Arizona and Callie were dancing together in the middle of the dance floor practically glued together. Arizona saw Teddy dancing with Todd and laughing next to where Sam and Rita danced. Everyone seemed happy and Arizona was glad for the carefree night. Both she and Callie had needed it more than she could say. True to their word, when the song was over, the guys left. Arizona told Teddy that she and Callie were leaving a split second before Callie dragged her to the elevator. A security guard escorted them to their room which left them no choice but to behave in the elevator and halls. Barbara was sleeping down the hall so even once the door was shut and locked, the couple kept their hands to themselves and made a beeline for the master suite.
"I can't wait to rip that dress off of you." Callie said as the door to the master shut harsher than was required.
"Ok, but don't actually rip it because I really like it." Arizona said with a smile before she turned her back so Callie could access the zipper. She wiggled the dress down her body and watched Callie visibly swallow as she stood there in her pink bra, thong, and heels.
"Wow."
"You're staring and seriously over dressed, Calliope." Arizona said with a smirk. She undid the zipper to Callie's dress and watched it fall to the ground. Callie wore her own set of matching panties and bra that were black and Arizona noted those were her favorite pair of Callie's g-strings.
"Wipe the smirk off your face, Arizona, tonight, I'm top, remember?"
"How could I forget?" Arizona replied, closing the distance between them and kissing Callie gently. The kiss took moments to turn passionate and full of need and want.
"I brought something."
"Oh yea?"
"Mmmhmm. Climb up on the bed babe." Callie replied, tapping Arizona gently on the ass as she obeyed. Callie rummaged through the drawer and pulled out the item she was looking for. Perks of flying on her parents jet, bags didn't go through the same security.
"You brought that?" Arizona asked as she saw the black dildo in Callie's hand. They had discussed using it previously and had used the strap ons several more times but had never actually used this particular one. She felt liquid coating her upper thighs as she looked at it in Callie's hand.
"As much as I love that bra and thong, they are going to have to go." Callie ordered. Arizona had kicked off her heels before climbing in bed but Callie noticed the hot pink garments still covering important parts of Arizona's body. Callie licked her lips as she watched Arizona remove her remaining clothing seductively. Callie unclasped her own bra and shimmied her soaked pantied down her thighs, kicking them aside.
Callie climbed up on the bed and slowly crawled toward Arizona who was kneeling at the top of the bed. They met with a sloppy kiss, hands roaming over cheeks, necks, backs, and butts. They both sighed happily as naked skin collided and their naked breasts were smashed against each other. Callie's hand was the first to wiggle between them and she swiped her fingers through Arizona's wetness with a moan.
"Lay down." Callie ordered as she brought her fingers to her mouth and licked them. Arizona laid down and watched Callie carefully with lust filled eyes.
"I want to touch you."
"Well, that's not how this is going to work. I'm going to put this inside of you while I ride the dildo on top of you. Spread your legs babe." Callie replied. Arizona's heart fluttered at the thought of Callie riding a dildo and being able to feel it. The shorter end of the two sided appendage was still a decent size. She liked to be in control in the bedroom but she had to admit that a dominant Callie filled her wildest dreams.
Callie took her time rubbing her fingers up and down Arizona's slit. She pushed one finger into her before immediately bringing it back up and circling her clit gently. She repeated the motion several times before she eased the shorter end of the appendage into Arizona. The blonde arched her back off the bed and moaned Callie's name. A split second later, Callie was coating the larger part of the dildo with lube and Arizona watched with wide eyes as Callie lowered herself onto it.
"Oh my God, Callie." Arizona moaned as Callie's motion caused the appendage inside of her to move and it created the smallest amount of pressure against her clit. She placed her hands on Callie's thighs as the brunette moved slowly, adjusting to their position. Callie leaned down and kissed Arizona and they both gasped at the sensation the motion caused.
"Fuck, this isn't going to take long. I'm not sure I can control myself." Callie whispered.
"Let go baby." Arizona whispered, using her hands to help Callie thrust up and down harder.
"Oh God, Arizona." Callie moaned. Arizona stared in awe at the sight of Callie's breasts bouncing as she worked the dildo inside of both of them.
The couple worked up a rhythm. Arizona was going out of her mind with the sensations but the sight of Callie straddling her while riding the strap on was nearly her undoing. Her head was thrown back, dark hair cascading down a strong back, her breasts on full display and beads of sweat dripped down her chest. Her movements became more and more frenzied and Arizona could do nothing but hold on as she brought her hips up to meet Callie's thrusts. Callie bent down once again, a hand on each side of Arizona and the blonde latched onto a dark nipple.
"Callie, you feel so good." Arizona moaned as Callie's new position put pressure exactly where she needed it. Callie leaned down and crashed their lips together once more and the two shared a heated kiss.
"Oh God, Arizona, I'm going to come." Callie whispered as she bit Arizona's shoulder, careful not to leave a mark as it would show in her dress the next day.
"Callie…" Arizona whimpered as her fingers dug into Callie's ass urging her to thrust forward. Arizona felt the rippling in her abdomen and her body went rigid a split second before Callie's body jerked above her as the Latina screamed then went limp against her.
The two women lay panting, still connected by the appendage for a few moments before Callie lifted herself off Arizona and the dildo and removed it from Arizona. They laid together catching their breath for a few moments before Callie grabbed Arizona by the hand and pulled her to the bathroom. The couple showered knowing they had an early morning and long day ahead of them. They spent time washing each other gently and thoroughly, fingers massaging scalps and tender flesh in a different form of intimacy that Arizona relished. The couple climbed into bed naked together and lay facing each other. Arizona's head was pressed against Callie's chest and their legs were entangled together. The couple fell asleep quickly with smiles on their faces. Aria was getting married tomorrow but that wasn't the wedding that either woman dreamed of that night.
What do you guys think? Aria's wedding is the next chapter and it looks like there could be a proposal in the near future. Who do you think will get there first?