A hot bath.. Steam covering the mirrors.. The smell of vanella latte and lavender mixing in the air.. The water running loudly as she sat in wait for the tub to fill...
I was never ready for you to leave...
She slowly takes off her clothes. Piece by piece.. And steps in toes first into the water...
I miss you, I miss you too much. I miss you too often...
The bubbles over flow some... She stops the water and leans back against the tub side.. Closing her eyes and taking in a deep breath...
It's hard to forget someone who gave you so much to remember. I was told it would get better in time, the pain and heart break. But that was a lie...
Inhale.. exhale... Relax and pouring the water over her arms...
It never gets better. You told me never to fear failure, but to fear not having the chance. Until now, I never realized how true that was. Because I chose to ignore it. As ignorant as that sounds. I know the odds are against me...
She cleans herself. Touching her most delicate of places and thinking of him.. The one she wants.. The one she loves...
But you are to important to me. I have to try even if my chances are close to none. I know I have been a complete jerk the last couple times we have spoken. I am sorry for that. But I tried being nice.. You pushed away...
She drains the tub. The sound of water draining down... Her body is damp, drops of water falling from her body... She steps out so gracefully. One foot following the other...
Why do you play games with me? well... I guess I've played my share of games with you haven't I?.. I'm sorry for that. I have grown use to this though. My feelings for you being pushed away. I got use to it and for the most part I have been okay with that. Just being near you from time to time and our amusing little chats were enough, our occasional meetings as you called them. I felt safe in accepting that that was as close as we'd ever be again..
Wrapping her robe around her body and tying a small bow at her navel. She searches for her best finds it and lays it across the bed so she can brush her hair and do her make up...
I know you liked my poems and metaphors. So let me try to write this to you as such. A ship is safe when at it's harbor. As captian of my ship, I sailed to find riches. I found the most rare jewel of the sea. Stupid, I traded her. I did try to buy her back.. But was too late. So, I have made the harbor my home... Vowing to never set sail again. Which has made me bitter, cold, and all alone. Forever to be in my safe place. But we both know that's not what ships are for.. And it's time I set sail and take a chance. This chance, to reunite us, our love, or to move on for good and find a new me. A me without you. After all.. You can't make new discoveries without leaving the shore. Leaving the comfort of what we have made within the past two years. Of whatever it is we have. Because it's not enough for me anymore. It'll never be enough...
She zips up her dress, slips on her shoes, the finishing touches, a diamond necklace. Just as strong but delicate as she is...
I'd be lying if I said I wasn't afraid. Because once I leave the comfort of the harbor. I know that means leaving and losing what we made here. It means possibly never setting foot on this shore again. It means I could be sailing into the biggest storm of my life, only to swallowed by the sea and I may never see you again as I do now...
The spray of expensive perfume on her wrists, her neck.. Behind her ears.. A bit of hair spray to make sure her hair stays as she has carefully pinned it. Snapping the lock on her watch. With one last glimpse in the mirror...
The truth is you are forcing me out of this comfort zone. Out of the harbor. That may sound strange.. But let me explain... Something is coming. The wind is strong, the sky dark, waves are getting stronger and more violent. They are coming over from all sides, Port, bow, starboard, stern. The waves are crashing over and I am worried my ship won't hold up. Because it's taken a lot the last few years...
She is satisfied with her appearance. She smiles. Thinking. If Chester is Lightning?.. No. He can't be. Lightning wouldn't do that. Lightning is a jerk but he's not Crazy...
A lot of hits, a lot of pain and abuse and neglect. Your love is coming in waves.. And today I'm drowning...
The door bell rings. He's here to pick her up...
Unless I sail. I don't really know if that makes any sense to you or if you even liked how I wrote this. But Now that our date tonight has come to an end. It means you know the truth. Now whether you're angry and hurt or relieved and by chance happy. You have to know why. Because I'm guessing you ran out on me after hearing the truth. And that's okay! You are probably a little shocked. I'm sick. I make myself sick with the things I do to you...
Sally smiles, standing in front of the door and tells herself it's not him. Chester is an honest and decent man. Not like Lightning...
So why? Because you pushed me away. It was by chance. Chester Vitte was not meant to have ever met you. Ever known you. It just happened and at first, I couldn't blow my cover Annie. But.. Then a spark lit between us! I know you felt it to! It was the most amazing feeling I have ever felt! If you think falling in love was amazing, It's nothing like having what you thought lost from you back in your arms!... I didn't want it to end. And you didn't either. We fell back in love. At least I did. I know because of my past, you may think I just wanted to sleep with you. I did. But not like it happened. I never tricked you into sex. Everything I said and did as Chester was as myself. I love you. I know that still makes me a lousy person...
Sally opens the door...
So I am sorry if I have embarrassed you. I am. Sally you are everything to me. If you want me? Don't fear the sea..Come and sail away with me.. If you don't?... Than we must watch each other fade into the horizons as I sail alone.. Because if I stay, I'll drown. And I'm willing to die for you.
"You look nice." Sally complimented. Chester had to make himself smile at first. "What's wrong?" Sally asked. Chester snapped out of his thoughts. About how badly this could go. "I wrote you a letter." He reached in his pocket and handed her a yellow envelope. Sally smiled "Oh? A letter?" she wasn't expecting that. She began to open it but Chester stopped her, grabbing her hands. "Not yet. Once the dates over.. Please.." He said softly. Sally shrugged and set it down on the table next to the door. "Okay. I'll just.. Leave it right here for when I get home." She smiled. She looked beautiful.
A short black dress with long sleeves that hung off her beautifully perfect shoulders. A small diamond necklace. So danty and small. Bringing out that gleam in her eyes and those teeth brightening her smile. Her hair done up in this odd bob curl like style. Panty hose. Of course. What a little tease. And black pumps. A small black purse with gold accent. "You look stunning." Chester complimented. Sally smiled hearing that and brushed some hair behind her ear. "You ready?" he asked. Sally nodded "I am." she answered. She seemed happy and excited for the date...
The two walked from the car to the entry door of the restaurant. Very nice, elegant dining. This could very well be there last night. That's pretty much all Chester could think about. They stopped at the door. Sally wasn't sure why? "Is something wrong? You seem?.. Different.." Sally asked as she felt concerned. Chester sighed and smiled gazing at his girl. "Nothing's wrong. I just like to look at you. Take you in." Sally smiled softly. The couple walked in and stood at the front for a moment. Enough time that Sally wasn't sure why? "What's going on?.." she whispered. Chester leaned close explaining "Oh, we're just waiting on the food." Sally raised a brow.
"Wait?.. We're not eating here?" she asked. Chester chuckled and shook his head. "What are we doing than?" she added. "You'll see. It's a little surprise. You'll love it, I promise. But I wanted the food to be warm so we're picking it up on the way." He explained. Oh. Sally wasn't expecting that. But okay. She couldn't help but wonder where Chester was taking her than?
They got their food in the to go boxes. Making their way back to Chester's clunker, He placed the food in then opened the car door for Sally. "Thank you." she said kindly. But before she could step into the car, Chester grabbed her hand, stopping her. She stared at him confused. "You trust me?" he asked. Sally wasn't sure how much. But who was she kidding, she loved him and nodded. "Good. Cause I'm gonna trust you. I want you to keep your eyes closed. Just until we get there." Sally glared a little at this man and asked "This isn't a trick is it?" Chester shook his head. "Okay.. Only because I trust you... Chester." Chester sighed and smiled. Holding her hand as she got into the car. He shut her door.
He was nervous. Dreading tonight's outcome and ending. But he planned a perfect night for her. Who cared how it went for him...
Keeping her eyes closed. The car came to a stop arriving at it's destination. "Can I open them now?" Sally asked. Chester smiled answering "Nope. Hold on. I'll help you inside the place." He came around and helped her to the door. "Now.. I gotta grab dinner from the car. Don't move, don't open your eyes.. I'll be right back for you.." Sally nodded. So she was left alone. Eyes closed. She did put her hands out. Feeling the slick glass and stone of the building she was in front of. They walked on pavement up from the parking lot. She kept her word and kept her eyes closed.
Where were they? She wondered. Suddenly, "Did you miss me?.." Chester's deep whisper in her ear over her shoulder. His breath sending a chill! She flinched slightly. His hands brushed her arms gently. "I did." She smiled. "Sally.. I love you." He said. Sally swallowed loud enough he heard her. With her eyes closed.. Chester sounded so much like Lightning. It was undeniably Lightning's voice. "Can I open my eyes?" she asked. Chester smiled answering "Almost my dear. Come with me.. I'll help you." Now, Sally tried thinking.. Where was she?
His house maybe?.. But she heard a ding? An elevator? Where the heck were they? Not many places here in Radiator Springs had elevators. The hospital, which they were definitely not at! The business place down town?.. Maybe?... Lightning's academy... Cal's school...
They made it to the floor and Chester guided Sally to a sqeaky door opening then closing. "Now?" she asked "Almost." Chester answered and laughed "You're impatient, aren't you?" he asked. Sally smiled admitting "At times, a little." Chester rolled his eyes. She was funny. A few more steps and they stopped. Sally felt a breeze. That's weird..
"Where are we?" She asked. Chester sighed "You can open your eyes now." he replied. So Sally opened them, blinking a frw times fast and adjusting. Her jaw dropped slightly. Lightning's office balcony... Candles and roses on the rail.. Rose petals on the ground.. The two door wide open letting in the moon light and stars.. The table set up so perfectly. Wine. "Chester?.. For one, this is too much!... And... Lightning's office?.." She pointed out and stared. Chester sighed and frowned admitting "I have something to tell you.. I was going to wait until after dinner.. But I can just say it now?.. If you want?.." Sally stared.
She swallowed hard and glanced at the table set up. Even red heart shaped baloons. She sighed and smiled at Chester "After dinner. Whatever it is can wait an hour or so." Chester smiled back. Taking her hand they sat down to enjoy this little private date. "Wow.." She muttered. "Lightning sure has a nice view of the old dirt track from here." Sally admitted. Chester looked out at it. Where he and Doc use to race. "Yeah.. Perfect." He looked at Sally. Yeah, perfect.
"So Chester? How did you manage to steal this little office for a night?" she asked suspiciously. Chester knew it, "Lightning owed me." He answered. "Well.. How did you come up with the idea?" she asked. Chester snickered. "I wanted to do this sense I.. Saw it.. Lightning doesn't really use it for much other than smoking." Sally sighed. Right.. That nasty habbit Lightning had picked up.
"I hate that he smokes..." Sally muttered. Chester just gazed at her. They began eating the warm food. Chester grabbed the wine off the table and asked "Would you?.. Like some?" Sally smiled and nodded "Sure." He poured her a glass and carefully scooted it to her. She sipped it and then looked up at the stars above. "You really are stunning. Stunning is an understatement." Chester complimented. Sally snickered and smiled. But the office, hints she had before.. Chester being Lightning wasn't seeming so far stretched. Sally frowned. Dinner was so quiet and.. It was rather tense. Both could feel it.
"Why are you doing this?.." Sally asked softly. Her facial expression looked down and upset. Chester wasn't sure what she was talking about yet and shrugged. "I did this for you. I wanted to give you a perfect date. Although... Tonight doesn't feel like it's going well.." he blushed. Sally sighed and thought a moment. If this was Lightning, she was ready to scold him for using her and tricking her! Why would he go to this amount of crazy!? But she still wasn't sure of it. Sally wiped her face and tried to lighten the tension between them. "Come on. Get up." she ordered as she stood up herself.
"What?.. Where are we going?" Chester asked and stood up. Sally grabbed his hand and pulled him close. Face to face, nose to nose close. Chester was giving this stupid stare. "You can dance right?" She asked. Chester nodded and took her hand, and middle. "Dance with me?.." she asked. Chester of course couldn't refuse her. Sally lay her head tucked under his chin feeling him swallow. He was nervous. Why was he nervous? "You should really calm down Chester. I don't know... If you have a reason to be the way you are right now or not?.. But you're with me. I love you.." Chester sighed. He was with her right now. So get your shit together and stop moping about how all this will end!
"You're right. I'm sorry." He replied. Sally snickered saying "The world would be a much better place if people would realize I was right most the time." Chester couldn't help laughing at that a little. But he agreed. They danced, more of a sway. Holding each other. Chester kissed her forehead. "How was your day? You said it was rough?" he asked. Sally sighed. "Yeah.. Ex husband was a jerk all day.. Kept being dirty and rude and he called me easy." she griped! Chester snickered correcting "I'm sure he was just trying to get on your nerves. Want me to rough him up a bit for you?" he asked. Sally stopped and pulled away, laughing, "What? No! You are strange." Chester shrugged explaining "He loves you. That's why he does the stupid shit he does."
Sally rolled her eyes and snarled "Oh like sleeping with younger women?" Crossing her arms. Well.. Okay.. Chester honestly didn't even care that she said that. He grabbed her hands, holding them in his replying with a smile "I know he made a mistake.. A few mistakes. But you were the one thing he did right." He brushed her hair behind her ear. Sally stared. Stared into this man's face and her brows lowered as she smacked his hand away snapping "STOP IT!" Chester was shook.
"Stop playing your game!" she yelled. "I know it's you! Stop lying to my face!" Oh god she knew!? seriously!? Chester opened his mouth to say something but Sally hit his chest! Over and over! "You son of a bitch! I can not believe you lied and tricked me! I slept with you! God you disgusting person!" She hit him one more time and he was against the wall. Chester rolled his eyes snarling "Says the woman hitting me!?" Sally grabbed the wig and pulled it off! Throwing it down "Monty!" she yelled! Lightning glared and sighed. This wasn't what he wanted to happen! How this was suppose to go! "I can't believe I trusted this Chester shit! You lying piece of shit!" she hit him again! Lightning grabbed her arms explaining "I had to do it! You wouldn't let me near you! All I wanted was to fuck you and get in your head! Get you to see that I'll never change and never stop hurting you! You are a heartless and cold bitch! You deserved this!"
"Sally?.. Sally?" Chester said. Sally blinked a few times. Staring into Chester's eyes. Her arms were still crossed. Sally blushed and cleared her throat. "Sorry.. Just... What did you say? I spaced out.." she admitted. Chester chuckled and repeated "I said you were the one thing he did right." Sally nodded slowly. "You okay?" Chester asked. Sally put on a smile and nodded again. "Dinner might not be going so well.. Maybe I wasn't ready for this.. I feel funny.. Maybe I'm sick.." She lied. Chester sighed. If she was already hurting there was no reason to ruin her more with admitting the truth and telling her who he really was. "I love you.. If you need me to I can take you home." He offered kindly like a gentleman. Sally shrugged and glanced at the table "But you made everything so perfect.. I shouldn't waste your efforts."
Chester smiled "It's only perfect if you're here. They'll be more times." Sally stared. Would there be? "Maybe we should fast forward to the end of the date?.." she suggested seductively and began taking off Chester's suit jacket. He didn't fight it and the jacket was on the floor. "That's gonna get wrinkles.." Chester pointed out. "I don't care." Sally replied. Next she began at the buttons of his shirt. But Chester grabbed her hands and stopped her. "Sally"-"Please don't speak.. I want this to happen. Please make love to me again." Chester frowned a bit and looked around. They were in his office... Was Sally really willing to fuck another dude in HIS office?
"Not here.. I don't.. Think I can." Chester admitted. Sally sighed and put her hands down. Lightning's office. If Chester were Lightning? Why did he care to do it or not here? "Fine.. The car?" She asked. Chester glanced at the bolt and hesitated to explain "That's.. A race car... Not really"-"Your car dummy." Sally corrected. Chester blushed smiling "Right.. My car." Mack's wife's car. oh god.. Chester couldn't do this! "As much as I want to fuck you.. I can't.. Not here, not my car.. Not like this." Sally was embarrassed at this point. Being shot down like this. "Why not? Is there something wrong with me!? Aren't I being easy enough for you!?" Chester wasn't sure what to say back..
"Am I too old? Is that what it is?!" she yelled. Chester frowned. No. "So what is it Chester?.. What now?.. I know I've ruined this date already.. So why don't we get to the thing all men want and what you expect anyway after a date like tonight!? Hmm!?" She was angry and expecting him to come onto her as payment.. That did sound like something Lightning would do to her.
"I'm sorry you feel this way.. I'm sorry tonight isn't going well.. I shouldn't.. I just want you to be mine." Chester replied softly. Sally had tears in her eyes. What was goin on? She was obviously in a bad place at this moment. Telling her the truth could make it worse he feared. "And I just wanted Lightning to mine, but I had to share him with the world and women of all ages!" She snapped. Yip.. Make it worse. Chester sighed. Sally pulled away and walked over to Lightning's desk. She opened a drawer where she knew he kept cigarettes. Wait? how did she know that? Chester wondered. Sally grabbed them and the lighter and walked back "You smoke, I've seen you. Here. Light one." She said this and Chester was just a little confused.
"Come on.. This date is ruined thanks to me.. You probably need a smoke." But Chester didn't budge. Sally grabbed out one and lit it herself before Chester could explain that wasn't.. A normal cigarette.. That was what Cruz gave Lightning and it wasn't just a little smoke.. "Um.. You really don't wanna do that.." He mumbled. Sally snickered snarling "Oh I think I do. I also... Want to do this.." She replied and walked over to the bolt. Taking off her heel and then eeeeeeeeeeeeerrrhrhhh... Down the side now was the longest fucking scratch!
Oh Chester was biting his tongue! "Was that?.. Really necessary?.." Chester asked as calmly as he could. Sally stared at him then glanced at the scratch. Oh.. Bring out the Lightning in Chester. "It was for me. That felt good.." she answered admitting. Chester sighed. Alright... One scratch.. Now she got it out of her system. "You know.. Maybe.. I should take you home." He turned toward the balcony and blew out the candles. He didn't care that tonight wasn't going all that well. He would do this another time. He knew Sally was probably going to be embarrassed by her actions later. And now he had to plan how to react as Lightning to that scratch later to!
"Oh Chester!.." She called. Chester turned around and his eyes widened. Oh fuck no.. She was completely naked, beautiful bare ass naked, leaning on the side of the bolt. Come on.. So now she was Lightning's little fantasy coming true and it wasn't exactly how he wanted it to go. Not to mention he was CHESTER right now and not LIGHTNING! "Why don't you come over here.." She said. Chester stared at her. Hell no.. He was weak. He couldn't handle this. "Uh..." was all he managed to say. Stupid idiot. Sally walked toward him. He wanted to yell at her to stay away! But how could he! He swallowed hard as she stood in front of him. Rubbing his chest. "I want you to take me.." She said. Chester was probably sweating at this point.
Then she kissed him. Oh god.. She was naked, pressing her body against him and now kissing him!.. Chester pulled away and whined "You smoked something that is just... Getting to your head.. Here." He took it and stomped it. Ruining it. He didn't care. Sally wasn't herself. "Let's play a little role playing too.." Sally suggested. Chester stepped backwards away from her. "R-Role playing?" he asked then oomph. His back side hit his desk. Sally grabbed his tie, wrapping it in her hands. Pinning him against the desk. "Yea role playing Chester.." She pulled him close, sniffing his collar, taking in his scent. "You can call me Annie, Chester." She whispered. "I'll be your whore for the night.. You.. Y-you.." She was stuttering. She was dizzy. Chester grabbed her hands and pulled her from his tie. He turned her around and sat her on his desk. Walking over he grabbed his jacket and her dress, he walked back and handed her her dress and wrapped his jacket around her. "I love you. Get dressed." he ordered.
Sally rubbed her fingers over the dress. She wasn't feeling right at all. She slipped it over her head and quickly apologized. "I am so sorry Che-Chester.. I-I.. Don't know w-why I.. Am.. so?.." Chester sighed. Fully dressed again Sally rubbed her throat.. "Wow.. I-I'm.. Thirsty.. Is-s it d-dry in he-re?" She asked Chester stared as he watched her go and walk over to grab her drink. Wine. Maybe not the best idea. Now Chester was wondering what the fuck Cruz really had given him!?
Sally chugged her drink down. He hadn't seen her drink like that in?.. Ever?.. "Sally slow down.. Let me get you some water." He offered. Sally staggered but managed to sit down in her seat. Staring at this perfect date she had ruined! Ugh! Chester handed her some water and knelt down next to her. "I love you.. Let me take you home.." She shook her head explaining "I gotta.. I-I.. Gotta get thiss.. Out o-of my system.. Th-the kidss.." Okay, it was decided. Lightning was gonna have to have a talk with Cruz after this. "You need a hospital." Chester said. Sally's eyes widened. Nope.. Wait?.. Those were her pupils!? "Now." He added. But she pushed him away when he tried to help her stand! "Get away! I-I.. Can walk." She snapped! Chester sighed. Sally stood up and then started laughing. Only scaring Chester a little..
"Please don't fight me." He begged. Sally let out a deep and slow breath. "I feel good!" She said with a smile. "I bet you do.." Chester mumbled under his breath. He reached for her but she slapped his hand! "Sally.. Stop." he scolded. She smiled but staggered. "The car was broke down on the side of the road the other day.. Not my car.." She said. Chester raised a brow. Nonsense. "Sally, come with me." He grabbed her hand. She was breathing loud and slow. "I need to go to bed baby.. Lightning has the kids Francesco.." Chester froze and stared at her Francesco!? Really!?
"I am.. S-so tir-red.." She repeated and she could feel her heart beat in her head, throbbing. Chester was so concerned for her! "Isss.. it raining?" she asked. "That's it!" He snapped and picked Sally up into his arms. She was going to the hospital, one way or another!
Yeah i know, WTF just happened!? Lightning never told Sally the truth though yet, that date DID NOT go as planned! Poor Sally, I know.. Let's see what happens next, shall we! Just hold on everyone, everything is gonna be okay!