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Chapter 7- Tried and Tired...
In the few weeks that followed, Eric would spend most nights at Hel's. Almost always leaving before the sun was above the horizon. Many a morning he would find her perfectly tucked into his side or sleeping peacefully on his chest. They weren't yet sleeping together, they would simply talk til they fell asleep. They discovered a lot about each other that they would have never known. He discovered that they grew up together in Erudite. He had yet to put two and two together, he was the one who rescued her from that water filled tank. An act that would ultimately seal his fate with Jeanine.
Peter's alibi was full of holes at best. He claimed he couldn't remember anything after Hel had left the Pit that night. Swearing he didn't know how he even made it home or where the girl he was with went. He spent two weeks at Candor, the truth serum failed to help him recall any details of his missing time. Opting to work the gate for the next few weeks. Feeling that his time their might help him remember anything. Peter's blonde was still a mystery. No one knew who she was, only that she wasn't a Dauntless member. Leaving very few places for her to hide. For all they knew she had changed her appearance to blend in. Holding on to what little they had on the girl. Keeping an eye on anything suspicious.
Hel had figured that the girl was probably faction-less and had an ax to grind. For what she had no clue, the girl didn't even look vaguely familiar. Not wanting to feel weak again, she wanted to start training with her friends as often as possible. If there was a next time, she would be ready.
She had sat down with Rena, diving into any important details of her and Eric's undefined relationship. Rena wasn't super excited but if he made her friend happy then she would support her. Even if that meant referring to Eric as 'Cake' to help keep the secret from everyone else.
"Hey." She gave up trying to hide her blushing when it was just the two of them.
"Is right now a bad time?" She was freshly showered and wearing tiny little shorts and an old over-sized shirt that hung off one shoulder.
Holding open the door to let him in. Locking the door behind them.
"Not at all. Would you like a drink?"
"Maybe later. I thought we were training tonight?"
"Well tonight I thought I could use the night off."
"Yeah? I wanted to be the first to tell you that, we officially no longer have to report in to the other Factions."
"Thank fucking god for that."
"So after the weekend, the work load should be down to a minimum."
"Yeah okay. You forget who my main boss is. I'll probably be assisting more when she's away, til after initiations."
"Trust me it won't be that bad."
"Fine. But I'm gonna have a drink with or without you." Sticking her tongue out, then grabbed the brown bottle from the other end of the counter.
"Be my guest, just don't go crazy. Celebrating or not I'm not babysitting." Watching her as she poured herself a glass.
"One glass isn't going to hurt or even make a dent for me. You sure you don't want some?"
"Just one." Swallowing hard as he saw her pout, pouring another glass and passing it to him.
"Any news on that girl?"
"Not yet, we caught a glimpse of her leaving the compound but not where she went."
"And nothing since?"
"Nothing and no new reports of attacks."
"Maybe she's just laying low?"
"We'll find her, don't worry."
"I just want to know why, ya know. It could have been anyone, so why me?"
"Jealousy maybe?" He said pulling her to him, as he leaned his back against the counter, tilting her head back. Giving her a playful smirk as he gently tugged on the back of her hair.
"Maybe..."
Wrapping her arms around his neck, she kissed him. His hand tugged harder at her hair releasing soft moans from her lips. His other hand sliding down her waist to her thigh, pulling it up to his waist. His lips trailed fire down her neck. Dropping her leg and pulled away from her, his hands resting on her hips. She gave him a confused look.
"Aren't you still healing?"
"I'm still a little sore and the doc cleared me."
"He cleared you for work last week but what about training?"
"As long as I take it easy for a little while longer."
"Good. I expect you supervising the final stage of the initiates."
"Alright." A tiny pout on her lips as she tilted her head to the side.
"It starts the day after tomorrow."
"Okay, okay, I'll work. Can we not talk about work right now?"
"Then we should start your training."
"I'm pretty sure we can skip it just for tonight." Biting her lip, her fingers tracing patterns on the back of his neck.
"Oh yeah?"
"Uh huh..."
"So what do you have in mind?" Sliding his hands up and down her sides. Careful of her still healing ribs. For a moment her demeanor shifted, a nagging question played on her tongue as she tried to figure out how to ask it.
"Um are we a...?"
"A couple?"
All she could do was nod and nervously bite her lip. He smiled at her. Unsure of what reaction his answer would bring.
"I thought you didn't want to jump into any relationship?"
"Well not in the beginning but..."
"Your falling aren't you?"
"Maybe but not as hard as you yet."
"Oh really?"
"Yes really and right about now I think my man needs to take care of his woman."
His smirk went from playful to devious. Cupping her ass so her legs were wrapped around his waist. Her knees started to dig into the edge of the counter. Hissing softly, as she clung tighter to his neck. Growling into hers as he turned and sat her on the counter. Kissing her with a fierceness she had never seen before. Stripping him of his jacket in one swift movement. Biting his lip as she undid his belt.
"You sure you want to be mine?"
"Very sure."
Throwing his belt to the floor. She clung to him once again as he scooped her back up into his arms. Carrying her to the bedroom. Sitting her on the edge of the bed, he kicked off his boots. Leaning over her, he peeled off her shirt. Revealing a new dark red and black lace bra. Kneeling in front of her, he slide the straps of her bra down her shoulders then to the back and undid the clasp. Letting it fall from her chest, pausing to take in the sight of her breasts. Pulling off his shirt, her hands trailed up his chest and gripped the back of his neck. Moving backwards til her back hit the pillows and he was on top of her. Kissing her from her lips and down her neck. Feeling the goosebumps forming down her body as the heat from his lips sent shivers through her. Sitting up from her, he pulled off her shorts and panties, tossing them to the floor. Quickly fumbling with his own pants and boxers before those too were out of sight and out of mind. Sitting up on her knees she pushed him down and he propped himself up on the pillows. Kissing down his chest, she ran her hand up his inner thigh. Brushing his growing erection with her fingers. Looking up at him, seeing that he never took his eyes off of her. Licking the tip, before taking him into her mouth. His hips bucked to her rhythm, jolting slightly each time she swirled her tongue.
Gently moving her back up to his lips. Hissing slightly as the cool air hit his now wet cock. Holding both her arms above her head, he dipped his fingers into her. Sucking on each nipple til it peaked between his teeth. Kissing her again, as she grew wetter and her breathes became shallow. Rubbing the tender nub between her legs til her moans grew louder. His voice was velvety and husky every time she moaned his name in his ear.
"Are you sure?" Releasing her arms and positioned his cock before her entrance. Teasing her further by just rubbing his tip against her. Bringing her knees up to his waist. Nodding she gave him a seductive smirk before she wrapped her arms tight around his neck. Slipping into her, he tried to go slow at first. But her moans urged him to go harder and he happily did as he was told.
"Oh god, don't stop!" Her nails dug into his back, changing pace just long enough to raise her leg higher. Allowing him to go deeper, harder.
Leaning back, he flipped her on her side. Laying beside her, he plunged his dick back into her. The room was filled with the sound of slapping bodies and breathless moans. Her body quivered under his touch as the first of many orgasm rocked her body. Clinging to his arm while he bit and kissed her shoulder til his body to quivered.
Slipping out of her, arms still wrapped around each other. Shifting so she could lay on her back. His arm draped over her waist, kissing her passionately. Smiling into his mouth when she pulled away. His hand tracing patterns over the still bruised skin of her ribs.
"Well that was not what I expected." Kissing her shoulder again, then her temple as she spoke.
"Is that a good thing?"
"A very very good thing." Shifting, she pulled the covers up, then cuddled into his chest. Running his fingers through her hair. A smile on her lips as they drifted off to sleep.
The morning would bring more sex and breathless kisses. All worries left outside their little bubble, at least for now. Heading for the Pit with his arm draped around her shoulders. Nearing the Chasm, she roughly kissed him, letting his hands grab her hips and ass. Pulling her closer, she let out a squeal.
"If you keep that up, we might need to head back."
"As much as I would love to have you fuck me again, I have something I need to do."
"You better get going then." Slapping her ass, once he released her. Making sure this time she made it into the Pit.
Finding Tris was easier said then done. The Pit was louder then usual, the initiates were attempting to sober up enough to get through the Final Stage. It was make or break time. If they were getting in they would have to pass. The second two stages underwent an extensive reboot. No one wanted re-occurrences of what happened when Jeanine was alive. The serums were less invasive then they once had been, allowing less of a chance for anyone to hijack someones free will and start another war. She was going to let Tris know she was heading to Erudite for a few hours. Plus grabbing a bite to eat when she realized just how hungry she truly was. Greedily eating a chicken breast when Tris chimed in.
"Slow down before you choke on it."
"Sorry I'm hungry, I skipped breakfast this morning."
"If you die from choking on that chicken, then the chicken wins."
"Ha ha, fine see." Tearing smaller bites off the bone and slipped them into her mouth.
"How are you doing?"
"Better now that I've been cleared."
"I bet, I bet your happy to get back to work."
"As happy as anyone who has to get back after a life changing forced vacation."
"We can't changed what happened, Hel, I'm just glad to see you back."
"Thanks, feels good to be among the living."
"Whats on your agenda today? You not schedule back til tomorrow."
"A little shopping, maybe even a secret train ride to Erudite. Then probably dinner with my favorite people."
"Why do you want to go to Erudite?"
"Something I need to look into. Maybe someone over their can help me, with whats locked in my brain."
"Then I'll go with you."
"I'm a big girl and if you really want me too, I'll take a ear piece with me."
"I still don't like the fact your going alone."
"You don't have to like it. Deep down you know I'll be fine."
"Be careful."
"I will and don't tell Four."
"Why not?"
"Because as my big brother, I'm pretty sure he'd send a search party after me." Laying her best puppy dog eyes and pout on one of her best-friends. Hoping she would keep her mouth shut.
"Fine I won't say anything just stop looking at me like that."
"Thank you, thank you."
"One condition."
"I know ear piece."
"No my promise to keep quiet is null and void if your not back before dark."
"I get it. I should be back way before then."
"Just go, stop by the control room and grab the ear piece. Then train should be here soon."
Rushing off she didn't stay to see Tris shaking her head in her direction. Dodging a few members who were standing around chatting among themselves. Popping into the control room she grabbed a ear piece, giving her ex an awkward smile as she slipped back out. Soon as the train pulled up, she was on it, slipping the ear piece into her pocket. Watching the city zip by as she leaned against the wall and waited for her jump.
Meeting up with Sean and Corrine. A pair of twins who knew their shit when it came to memories. Their techniques where less evasive and far less painful then the truth serum of Candor. If there was anything she had mentally blocked out, they would be the ones to find it. Seeing the Erudite tower come closer into view, she readied herself and made the jump.
Taking a deep breath as she near the tall glass doors. It had truly been years since she had stepped foot into this part of Erudite. Picking up the occasional supplies was easier when she was simply waiting in the truck. Walking inside and smelling the cool and sterile air sent chills down her spine. Heading up the stairs to the elevator, ignoring the questioning looks from people she once knew.
Eric and Four took it upon themselves to make sure everything was ready for the final stage. Updating the rooster and double checking everything they could think of. Everything was going according to schedule and much to Leadership's relief running smoothly.
"Where's Hel up to today?" The smile on Four's face did little to lessen the tension in the room.
"I don't know. She doesn't work til tomorrow." Locking the serum in a refrigerated locker.
"I figured you were spending a lot of time with her lately."
"Why would you figure that? Did someone say I was?" Tossing the keys to Four.
"No but the way you just answered that question says you are."
"Kinda." Eric sighed as he rubbed his temples.
"Kinda just hanging out or are you sleeping with my sister?" Four's tone turned serious.
"I made a promise I wouldn't tell either way." The smirk on his lips, made Four's jaw tense.
"Only curious, you already know I'm not a fan."
"Hey you were the one that told me I should talk to her."
"Talk to her, yes, not start banging her."
"I never said we crossed that line. Besides if you haven't forgotten, she's been healing."
"No I haven't forgotten."
"Good because If we were to start it wouldn't be any of your fucking business." The sound of Eric grinding his teeth was starting to echo in the small room.
"If you hurt her."
"If I were to ever in anyway, then you have my permission to beat my ass."
"Like I would need it."
Shaking their heads as they updated the score board. Taking into account the one initiate who couldn't seem to over come the his fear landscapes of stage two.
"Make sure to add Kyle's name to the very bottom. He was on the train this morning back to Amity."
"I don't think I've seen any one not at least try."
"Not everyone can make it, just be glad he didn't piss himself."
"I am grateful for that, maybe not as much as him but still glad."
"Any escorts with him?"
"No? He should be fine, not hard to get off the train at the gate, its stopped for fucks sake."
"I take it no one has any insight to our mystery girl?"
"Nothing other then she vanished just as quickly as she seemed to show up."
"Control room is still keeping an eye out for her."
"Doesn't help unless she's still in the compound. Since then security has gone up."
"That's a good thing."
The two headed for the Pit, hoping to grab a quick bite to eat before returning to work. Four spotted Tris and immediately headed in her direction. Eric spotted Rena leaving the tattoo parlor, offering her a small smile. She was keeping his relationship with Hel a secret.
