What If I Said
Emma Strachan
hnchick@hotmail.com
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Chapter 3
1.1 JAG Headquarters
Falls Church, Virginia
Harriet walked back to her desk, happy to see that the Colonel and Commander were talking like they used to. Things had been pretty tense between the two of them since Mic proposed. She wanted to see the two of them together, but she wasn't sure how to go about it. She shouldn't play matchmaker when it was two higher ranked officers but she knew they belonged together. I wonder what I can do?
'What are you thinking about?' Bud asked a little worried. His wife could be very sneaky and the look on her face was that she was up to something.
'Oh nothing.' She replied with a devious smirk.
'That look doesn't look like nothing.'
'I'm just considering playing matchmaker,' she whispered looking at the Colonel's office.
'Harriet!!'
'Bud, they belong together. All I'm going to do is give them a little push.'
'But the Commander is going out with Ms Petterson and the Colonel is engaged to Commander Brumby.'
'For one thing. She is not officially engaged to him and I'm sure others would agree with my matchmaking.'
'You shouldn't be considering this. They're our superiors. We could get in a lot of trouble.'
'Bud, I would be the only one who would get in trouble because you're not going to help me. I love you, but this is my project. I will get them together.'
'Harriet, why are you doing this?' He was getting nervous. Why her? Why couldn't someone else play matchmaker?
'Because I feel they belong together and they are AJ's godparents so I feel it is my duty to get them together. I know!!'
'Know what?'
'I have the perfect way to get them together. Meet me in the courtyard for lunch and I'll explain our little idea.'
* * * * *
1300 hours
JAG Headquarters
Falls Church, Virginia
'Ok Bud, I'm going to talk to the Colonel while you go talk to the Commander.'
'Harriet, I really don't think this is a good idea.' Bud complained, trying to think of a way to stop his wife going ahead with her plan.
'Bud J Roberts, would you just trust me. This will work out perfectly.' She said, leaving her husband and walking straight to the Colonels office.
* * * * *
'Ma'am, sorry to bother you.' Harriet said after knocking on the door.
'It's fine Harriet. Come on in and have a seat,' Mac said pointing at the seat in front of her desk. 'So what can I do for you?'
'Bud and I were wondering if you wanted to come out to dinner with us on Sunday night. We were thinking of trying that new restaurant on fifteenth avenue.'
'Sure I would love to come. I've heard that place is really good.' What was Harriet up to? Mac wondered to herself.
'Great! How about we meet there at around 7.' Good, Mac's coming. Let's hope Bud convinces Harm to come along. 'I'll let you know if there are any change in plans.' Harriet said before leaving her office.
'Well Bud. Operation Matchmaker is a go ahead.' Harriet said walking up to Bud with a huge grin on her face. 'Mac agreed to come. Now I think you have to go talk to someone.'
'Can you go do it? I don't know what to say.'
'Just go in and ask if he wants to go to dinner with us on Sunday night. Now go.' She said giving him a push towards the Commanders office.
* * * * *
Harm looked up from his work when he heard the knock on the door.
'Sorry sir, you're busy. I'll come back later.'
'Bud, come in. Work can wait. You look like you need to talk,' he said motioning Bud to a chair. 'What can I do for you?'
'I was wondering sir, well actually Harriet and I were wondering if you wanted to go to dinner with us on Sunday night.'
'I would love to. Where are we going?' Bud and Harriet were up to something, he could sense it by the way Bud was acting.
'That new place on fifteenth avenue,' Bud replied fidgeting in his seat.
'What time?'
'7 o'clock.'
'Perfect. I'll meet you there then.'
'Ok, thankyou.' Bud said before quickly rushing across the bullpen to Harriet's desk.
'Well?'
'He said yes.'
'Yippee!! This is going to be perfect. I can't wait to see their faces.'
'I still think this is wrong.'
'It's too late now. Everything is set. I better ring the restaurant now to make sure we get a table.' Harriet said picking up the phone.
* * * * *
Wednesday, 2200 hours
Harm's apartment
North of Union Station
Washington, DC
Harm sat down on the couch with his guitar wondering what he should play. He didn't really know what he wanted to do. Renee was meant to come over but she got called in to work. It felt good to have a night to himself, with work and Renee he hadn't had much time. And he was going to use this time to think.
He was in love with two women and he had to decide fast, which was the one he wanted to be with. He was still feeling happy about his conversation with Mac on Monday morning. He could sense that she was having second thoughts about marrying Mic and Harm felt glad. He knew it was wrong to feel like that. Mac was his best friend and she deserves to be happy. But Harm wanted to be the one she married.
He stood up from the couch, and put the guitar away. He really wasn't in the mood to play. On his way to the kitchen, Harm stopped at the stereo and turned the radio on.
'This hour, we will be playing tracks by the sensational boy band from Down Under, Human Nature. This is their new song What If I Said.'
Great just what I want to listen to. Songs by an Australian group. He considered turning it off, but decided to give it a go instead.
Well I heard about the someone you've been seeing.
And it's everything you dreamed that it could be
There's a battle in my head
And I'm wondering just how to say things right
You've been a friend so long
This feeling can't be wrong
It's the truth I've tried to hide
Oh my god. This is what I'm feeling. We have been friends for four years and I've been in love since I first laid eyes on her. When I heard she was going out with Mic, it completely tore me up inside.
What if I said I loved you
What if that's all that I could say
What if I said I'd hold you
And give you all you needed
Would you love me then
Or let me walk away
I wonder what would happen if I finally admitted my feelings to her? I just hope she feels the same way, otherwise I would never be able to face her again.
If only you could tell what I've been thinking
And know the questions heavy on my mind
Can a friend become a lover
Can a man who kept the honest truth inside
Be too late for you
'Cause I know this much is true
You're the meaning in my life
I have felt this may for so long, it's a wonder she hasn't picked it up. But then again, I've been trying to keep it a secret for the last four years. She's a friend, my best friend. Is it right to fall in love? But I feel so strong about it. But what will I do if I'm too late? She might marry Mic and then I've lost my chance forever.
What if I said I loved you
What if that's all that I could say
What if I said I'd hold you
And give you all you needed
Would you love me then
Or let me walk away
Walk away
And tell me I was wrong for trying
If you stay
Tell me you've been holding on
Just tell me that you'll wait
What if I said I loved you baby
What if that's all that I could say
What if I said I'd hold you
Baby I'd give you all you needed
Would you love me then
Or let me walk away
I have no choice. I have to tell her how I feel. But what about Renee? I don't want to hurt her, but I love Mac more. I always have. Maybe I should tell her on Saturday. The two of use would be alone and I have to get it off my chest.
As Harm, poured himself a cup of coffee, he couldn't help it but laugh. A song by an Australian band convinced him to express his feelings. When it came to Australians, they were nothing but trouble. Actually only one certain Australian. After finishing his coffee, Harm got into bed and fell asleep thinking about his Sarah.
* * * * *
Friday, 1330 hours
JAG Headquarters
Falls Church, Virginia
Mac, Harriet and Caroline, left the building and walked to the first free table in the courtyard.
'So what's everyone doing this weekend?' asked Caroline before taking a bite of her sandwich.
'Well, Bud and I are going out to dinner with Mac on Sunday night. Apart from that nothing.' Said Harriet, reminding herself not to say anything about Harm coming.
'Who's looking after AJ?' Mac asked.
'I haven't organised anyone yet. I think I'll just get one of the neighbours to look after him.'
'What time are you going out?'
'We're meeting at 7. Why?'
'Because I'll look after him if you want me to.'
'Caroline, that would be great. I would really appreciate it.'
'How about I come over at about 6.' Caroline offered.
'Ok then,' Harriet said beaming. If Caroline comes over at 6, it will give me a chance to explain my little plan.
'So, Mac what are your plans?'
'Well, Harm's coming over on Saturday night….'
'Is he?' Caroline interrupted with a huge grin.
'He is coming over for pizza and videos. That's it.' Mac replied sharply.
'Yeah. We believe you.'
'Can't I have dinner with my best friend without the two of you jumping to conclusions?'
'Come on Mac. We all know how you feel about him.'
'Caroline, there is nothing going on between us. He's with Renee and I'm with Mic.'
'But if you were given the chance, would you like something to happen between the two of you?'
'Harriet. He is my best friend and my partner.'
'You still haven't answered the question.' Caroline replied. Mac was avoiding the question, so she must have some feelings deep down that she didn't want to let out.
'No. Our careers mean too much to us to let anything happen.' Why was she saying this? Mac knew in her heart that she wanted something to happen, but she wasn't going to confess her feelings to her friends. There was too much risk with work.
'Sorry to interrupt. I was wondering if I could join the three of you?' asked Lt Singer walking up to the table.
'Sure Lt. Have a seat. I was just about to leave.' Mac said rising from her seat.
'Ma'am, don't leave because I'm here.'
'I'm not. I have work to do.' Mac replied picking up the rest of her lunch.
'Mac, stay. We're sorry. We just wanted to know what your answer would be. Please stay.' Caroline pleaded.
But it was no use. Mac turned and walked back to the building and entered.
'What was that all about?' Lauren asked, sitting.
'We asked her a question about something and I don't think she liked it.' Harriet said, finishing the last of her lunch.
'I have a feeling she was lying.' Caroline replied with a smirk at Harriet.
'Yeah, me too.'
* * * * *
1.2 Saturday, 1815 hours
Mac's apartment
Georgetown
Mac was rushing around the apartment getting everything ready. She had just walked in the door to find Jingo lying in a pile of mess. While she was out, he must have gotten bored and decided to 'entertain' himself by ripping to shreds one of the cushions off the couch.
Mac couldn't get angry at him. He had a look on his face saying 'it wasn't me, if just fell apart.' She walked into the kitchen and opened the fridge. After checking that there were enough drinks, she rushed into the bedroom and got changed. Putting on a pair of black pants and a blue shirt, she turned to Jingo. 'Does this look ok?' Jingo barked a response and started wagging his tail. 'I take that as a yes.' She said bending down and scratching him behind the ear. Mac stood quickly, and rushed out of the room, when she heard the knock on the door.
Opening the door, she saw Harm standing there holding a pizza box.
'You're late.'
'Only by two minutes.' Harm replied glancing at his watch.
'Two minutes and fifty eight seconds to be exact.'
'Will you except this pizza as a peace offering?' he said holding up the box.
'Depends on what kind of pizza it is.'
'Vegetarian,' he said, flashing her his best flyboy grin.
'Vegetarian! I'm sorry, that is unexceptable.' She was about to close the door on him, when he bent down and picked up another box.
'How about a nice messy pizza with onions, pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms and black olives.'
'Ok, I'll let you in,' she replied holding the door open for him. She couldn't help but smile.
'What are you smiling about?'
'Just about how well you know me. Not many people know how I like my pizza.'
'Well we have been best friends for four years so I think I know you very well.'
'Ok flyboy, you think you know me. What am I thinking?' she said giving him a blank look.
'You want to eat this pizza.'
'Very good. I'll go get some plates. Did you want a drink?' Mac yelled as she walked into the kitchen.
'Sure. So what videos did you get?'
'Um, I got A Few Good Men. I thought we could sit down and find all the faults in it.'
'Good idea.'
'I also got Courage Under Fire, and for my favorite flyboy, I also rented Top Gun.'
'You know me so well.' Harm said sitting on the couch. As he was settling in, Jingo can bounding up and jumped on top of him.
'Jingo! Get down.' Mac yelled trying to drag him off Harm. 'You can sit on the floor, only if you behave yourself.'
Jingo just turned around and looked at her.
'I take it he's not going to listen to you.' Harm said laughing.
'What are you laughing at?' she replied glaring at him.
'You. I think it's funny that you can tell everyone at work what to do and they listen. But when it comes to Jingo, he doesn't do a thing.'
Finally, when he discovered he wasn't going to get much attention, Jingo got off the couch and flopped down on the floor in front to the TV.
'Ok that's better. Let's eat.'
They began dishing themselves up the pizza while the previews were playing.
'I love Top Gun.'
'Why doesn't that come as a surprise.' She said sarcastically.
* * * * *
'That was a great movie. Always was and always will be.' Harm said as the credits rolled onto the screen.
'How would you know? You don't have a TV.'
'Well it's a movie about tomcats, it must be good.' Again, he flashed a stunning flyboy grin. 'Do you want to just talk for a bit before we watch the next one?'
'Sure. I was actually going to suggest that,' Mac replied, dumping her plate on the coffee table.
'So have you made a decision about Mic?'
'Harm!'
'I was just wondering,' he said putting his hands up in defense.
'What's happening with you and Renee?'
'Not much. We hardly see each other. Work seems to take up so much time.'
'I agree.'
'So if you marry Mic, will you be living here or going back to Australia with him?'
'I would love to stay here. All my friends are here and I couldn't leave work…..'
Harm sat back and looked at her. She looked really beautiful. Then again, she always did. He had the urge to kiss her but knew that he shouldn't. She was with Mic and as much as he hated him, he wouldn't make a move on his girl. But she was so beautiful. He couldn't help the way he was feeling. He had to take the chance.
While she was still talking, he slowly moved forward and gave her a gentle kiss on the lips.
* * * * *
to be continued…
Emma Strachan
hnchick@hotmail.com
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Chapter 3
1.1 JAG Headquarters
Falls Church, Virginia
Harriet walked back to her desk, happy to see that the Colonel and Commander were talking like they used to. Things had been pretty tense between the two of them since Mic proposed. She wanted to see the two of them together, but she wasn't sure how to go about it. She shouldn't play matchmaker when it was two higher ranked officers but she knew they belonged together. I wonder what I can do?
'What are you thinking about?' Bud asked a little worried. His wife could be very sneaky and the look on her face was that she was up to something.
'Oh nothing.' She replied with a devious smirk.
'That look doesn't look like nothing.'
'I'm just considering playing matchmaker,' she whispered looking at the Colonel's office.
'Harriet!!'
'Bud, they belong together. All I'm going to do is give them a little push.'
'But the Commander is going out with Ms Petterson and the Colonel is engaged to Commander Brumby.'
'For one thing. She is not officially engaged to him and I'm sure others would agree with my matchmaking.'
'You shouldn't be considering this. They're our superiors. We could get in a lot of trouble.'
'Bud, I would be the only one who would get in trouble because you're not going to help me. I love you, but this is my project. I will get them together.'
'Harriet, why are you doing this?' He was getting nervous. Why her? Why couldn't someone else play matchmaker?
'Because I feel they belong together and they are AJ's godparents so I feel it is my duty to get them together. I know!!'
'Know what?'
'I have the perfect way to get them together. Meet me in the courtyard for lunch and I'll explain our little idea.'
* * * * *
1300 hours
JAG Headquarters
Falls Church, Virginia
'Ok Bud, I'm going to talk to the Colonel while you go talk to the Commander.'
'Harriet, I really don't think this is a good idea.' Bud complained, trying to think of a way to stop his wife going ahead with her plan.
'Bud J Roberts, would you just trust me. This will work out perfectly.' She said, leaving her husband and walking straight to the Colonels office.
* * * * *
'Ma'am, sorry to bother you.' Harriet said after knocking on the door.
'It's fine Harriet. Come on in and have a seat,' Mac said pointing at the seat in front of her desk. 'So what can I do for you?'
'Bud and I were wondering if you wanted to come out to dinner with us on Sunday night. We were thinking of trying that new restaurant on fifteenth avenue.'
'Sure I would love to come. I've heard that place is really good.' What was Harriet up to? Mac wondered to herself.
'Great! How about we meet there at around 7.' Good, Mac's coming. Let's hope Bud convinces Harm to come along. 'I'll let you know if there are any change in plans.' Harriet said before leaving her office.
'Well Bud. Operation Matchmaker is a go ahead.' Harriet said walking up to Bud with a huge grin on her face. 'Mac agreed to come. Now I think you have to go talk to someone.'
'Can you go do it? I don't know what to say.'
'Just go in and ask if he wants to go to dinner with us on Sunday night. Now go.' She said giving him a push towards the Commanders office.
* * * * *
Harm looked up from his work when he heard the knock on the door.
'Sorry sir, you're busy. I'll come back later.'
'Bud, come in. Work can wait. You look like you need to talk,' he said motioning Bud to a chair. 'What can I do for you?'
'I was wondering sir, well actually Harriet and I were wondering if you wanted to go to dinner with us on Sunday night.'
'I would love to. Where are we going?' Bud and Harriet were up to something, he could sense it by the way Bud was acting.
'That new place on fifteenth avenue,' Bud replied fidgeting in his seat.
'What time?'
'7 o'clock.'
'Perfect. I'll meet you there then.'
'Ok, thankyou.' Bud said before quickly rushing across the bullpen to Harriet's desk.
'Well?'
'He said yes.'
'Yippee!! This is going to be perfect. I can't wait to see their faces.'
'I still think this is wrong.'
'It's too late now. Everything is set. I better ring the restaurant now to make sure we get a table.' Harriet said picking up the phone.
* * * * *
Wednesday, 2200 hours
Harm's apartment
North of Union Station
Washington, DC
Harm sat down on the couch with his guitar wondering what he should play. He didn't really know what he wanted to do. Renee was meant to come over but she got called in to work. It felt good to have a night to himself, with work and Renee he hadn't had much time. And he was going to use this time to think.
He was in love with two women and he had to decide fast, which was the one he wanted to be with. He was still feeling happy about his conversation with Mac on Monday morning. He could sense that she was having second thoughts about marrying Mic and Harm felt glad. He knew it was wrong to feel like that. Mac was his best friend and she deserves to be happy. But Harm wanted to be the one she married.
He stood up from the couch, and put the guitar away. He really wasn't in the mood to play. On his way to the kitchen, Harm stopped at the stereo and turned the radio on.
'This hour, we will be playing tracks by the sensational boy band from Down Under, Human Nature. This is their new song What If I Said.'
Great just what I want to listen to. Songs by an Australian group. He considered turning it off, but decided to give it a go instead.
Well I heard about the someone you've been seeing.
And it's everything you dreamed that it could be
There's a battle in my head
And I'm wondering just how to say things right
You've been a friend so long
This feeling can't be wrong
It's the truth I've tried to hide
Oh my god. This is what I'm feeling. We have been friends for four years and I've been in love since I first laid eyes on her. When I heard she was going out with Mic, it completely tore me up inside.
What if I said I loved you
What if that's all that I could say
What if I said I'd hold you
And give you all you needed
Would you love me then
Or let me walk away
I wonder what would happen if I finally admitted my feelings to her? I just hope she feels the same way, otherwise I would never be able to face her again.
If only you could tell what I've been thinking
And know the questions heavy on my mind
Can a friend become a lover
Can a man who kept the honest truth inside
Be too late for you
'Cause I know this much is true
You're the meaning in my life
I have felt this may for so long, it's a wonder she hasn't picked it up. But then again, I've been trying to keep it a secret for the last four years. She's a friend, my best friend. Is it right to fall in love? But I feel so strong about it. But what will I do if I'm too late? She might marry Mic and then I've lost my chance forever.
What if I said I loved you
What if that's all that I could say
What if I said I'd hold you
And give you all you needed
Would you love me then
Or let me walk away
Walk away
And tell me I was wrong for trying
If you stay
Tell me you've been holding on
Just tell me that you'll wait
What if I said I loved you baby
What if that's all that I could say
What if I said I'd hold you
Baby I'd give you all you needed
Would you love me then
Or let me walk away
I have no choice. I have to tell her how I feel. But what about Renee? I don't want to hurt her, but I love Mac more. I always have. Maybe I should tell her on Saturday. The two of use would be alone and I have to get it off my chest.
As Harm, poured himself a cup of coffee, he couldn't help it but laugh. A song by an Australian band convinced him to express his feelings. When it came to Australians, they were nothing but trouble. Actually only one certain Australian. After finishing his coffee, Harm got into bed and fell asleep thinking about his Sarah.
* * * * *
Friday, 1330 hours
JAG Headquarters
Falls Church, Virginia
Mac, Harriet and Caroline, left the building and walked to the first free table in the courtyard.
'So what's everyone doing this weekend?' asked Caroline before taking a bite of her sandwich.
'Well, Bud and I are going out to dinner with Mac on Sunday night. Apart from that nothing.' Said Harriet, reminding herself not to say anything about Harm coming.
'Who's looking after AJ?' Mac asked.
'I haven't organised anyone yet. I think I'll just get one of the neighbours to look after him.'
'What time are you going out?'
'We're meeting at 7. Why?'
'Because I'll look after him if you want me to.'
'Caroline, that would be great. I would really appreciate it.'
'How about I come over at about 6.' Caroline offered.
'Ok then,' Harriet said beaming. If Caroline comes over at 6, it will give me a chance to explain my little plan.
'So, Mac what are your plans?'
'Well, Harm's coming over on Saturday night….'
'Is he?' Caroline interrupted with a huge grin.
'He is coming over for pizza and videos. That's it.' Mac replied sharply.
'Yeah. We believe you.'
'Can't I have dinner with my best friend without the two of you jumping to conclusions?'
'Come on Mac. We all know how you feel about him.'
'Caroline, there is nothing going on between us. He's with Renee and I'm with Mic.'
'But if you were given the chance, would you like something to happen between the two of you?'
'Harriet. He is my best friend and my partner.'
'You still haven't answered the question.' Caroline replied. Mac was avoiding the question, so she must have some feelings deep down that she didn't want to let out.
'No. Our careers mean too much to us to let anything happen.' Why was she saying this? Mac knew in her heart that she wanted something to happen, but she wasn't going to confess her feelings to her friends. There was too much risk with work.
'Sorry to interrupt. I was wondering if I could join the three of you?' asked Lt Singer walking up to the table.
'Sure Lt. Have a seat. I was just about to leave.' Mac said rising from her seat.
'Ma'am, don't leave because I'm here.'
'I'm not. I have work to do.' Mac replied picking up the rest of her lunch.
'Mac, stay. We're sorry. We just wanted to know what your answer would be. Please stay.' Caroline pleaded.
But it was no use. Mac turned and walked back to the building and entered.
'What was that all about?' Lauren asked, sitting.
'We asked her a question about something and I don't think she liked it.' Harriet said, finishing the last of her lunch.
'I have a feeling she was lying.' Caroline replied with a smirk at Harriet.
'Yeah, me too.'
* * * * *
1.2 Saturday, 1815 hours
Mac's apartment
Georgetown
Mac was rushing around the apartment getting everything ready. She had just walked in the door to find Jingo lying in a pile of mess. While she was out, he must have gotten bored and decided to 'entertain' himself by ripping to shreds one of the cushions off the couch.
Mac couldn't get angry at him. He had a look on his face saying 'it wasn't me, if just fell apart.' She walked into the kitchen and opened the fridge. After checking that there were enough drinks, she rushed into the bedroom and got changed. Putting on a pair of black pants and a blue shirt, she turned to Jingo. 'Does this look ok?' Jingo barked a response and started wagging his tail. 'I take that as a yes.' She said bending down and scratching him behind the ear. Mac stood quickly, and rushed out of the room, when she heard the knock on the door.
Opening the door, she saw Harm standing there holding a pizza box.
'You're late.'
'Only by two minutes.' Harm replied glancing at his watch.
'Two minutes and fifty eight seconds to be exact.'
'Will you except this pizza as a peace offering?' he said holding up the box.
'Depends on what kind of pizza it is.'
'Vegetarian,' he said, flashing her his best flyboy grin.
'Vegetarian! I'm sorry, that is unexceptable.' She was about to close the door on him, when he bent down and picked up another box.
'How about a nice messy pizza with onions, pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms and black olives.'
'Ok, I'll let you in,' she replied holding the door open for him. She couldn't help but smile.
'What are you smiling about?'
'Just about how well you know me. Not many people know how I like my pizza.'
'Well we have been best friends for four years so I think I know you very well.'
'Ok flyboy, you think you know me. What am I thinking?' she said giving him a blank look.
'You want to eat this pizza.'
'Very good. I'll go get some plates. Did you want a drink?' Mac yelled as she walked into the kitchen.
'Sure. So what videos did you get?'
'Um, I got A Few Good Men. I thought we could sit down and find all the faults in it.'
'Good idea.'
'I also got Courage Under Fire, and for my favorite flyboy, I also rented Top Gun.'
'You know me so well.' Harm said sitting on the couch. As he was settling in, Jingo can bounding up and jumped on top of him.
'Jingo! Get down.' Mac yelled trying to drag him off Harm. 'You can sit on the floor, only if you behave yourself.'
Jingo just turned around and looked at her.
'I take it he's not going to listen to you.' Harm said laughing.
'What are you laughing at?' she replied glaring at him.
'You. I think it's funny that you can tell everyone at work what to do and they listen. But when it comes to Jingo, he doesn't do a thing.'
Finally, when he discovered he wasn't going to get much attention, Jingo got off the couch and flopped down on the floor in front to the TV.
'Ok that's better. Let's eat.'
They began dishing themselves up the pizza while the previews were playing.
'I love Top Gun.'
'Why doesn't that come as a surprise.' She said sarcastically.
* * * * *
'That was a great movie. Always was and always will be.' Harm said as the credits rolled onto the screen.
'How would you know? You don't have a TV.'
'Well it's a movie about tomcats, it must be good.' Again, he flashed a stunning flyboy grin. 'Do you want to just talk for a bit before we watch the next one?'
'Sure. I was actually going to suggest that,' Mac replied, dumping her plate on the coffee table.
'So have you made a decision about Mic?'
'Harm!'
'I was just wondering,' he said putting his hands up in defense.
'What's happening with you and Renee?'
'Not much. We hardly see each other. Work seems to take up so much time.'
'I agree.'
'So if you marry Mic, will you be living here or going back to Australia with him?'
'I would love to stay here. All my friends are here and I couldn't leave work…..'
Harm sat back and looked at her. She looked really beautiful. Then again, she always did. He had the urge to kiss her but knew that he shouldn't. She was with Mic and as much as he hated him, he wouldn't make a move on his girl. But she was so beautiful. He couldn't help the way he was feeling. He had to take the chance.
While she was still talking, he slowly moved forward and gave her a gentle kiss on the lips.
* * * * *
to be continued…