Happy Holidays! Here is yet another part of my story Unusually Unusual
because I'm in the holiday spirit and had some time to write while my
relatives chat upstairs. Enjoy and please review to tell me your ideas for
future parts (a.k.a. suggestions) or comments on what I've done so far. As
I said earlier enjoy and have a happy holiday.
Unusually Unusual Chapter 5
Serena opened her blue eyes and looked at the darkened room around her. It felt strange yet so comfortable. She held the blanket close to her shivering body when she noted her lack of clothing spare a dark blue bathrobe. She looked around her and sniffed the air with wonderment when she remembered what had happened.
Blushing slightly at the fond memories of falling asleep in his bed, well actually on top his bed then how had she been tucked in? She held the dark comforter close to her body when she felt a smooth satin brush against her soft skin.
Looking around her to make sure no one was around Serena let the covers drop and removed the warm bathrobe. She pulled the cold satin over her slightly damp hair that she noted had curled at the ends. She shrugged the satin over her body and noted with amusement that it was awfully short and low cut.
Serena moved to step out of the bed when a familiar fragrance wafted past her. She let her head fall to the pillows and she sniffed deeply. The amiable scent of cinnamon and roses filled her nose and she buried her head in his sheets to smoother herself in his gentle yet masculine scent. She wondered if he always smelled this good but then she crossed the thought from her mind because she would never have another chance to find out.
Deciding that she didn't want to be caught in his bed and figuring he was out of the room Serena stepped from the bed. Feeling slightly exposed and chilly she grabbed his bathrobe and wrapped it around her frail frame. Stepping gingerly towards the door she crashed into his armchair.
"Ouch." She hissed in pain as she continued to stumble across the room. She prayed that if he was in the room he couldn't hear her mumbles or her stumbles. She was about fifteen feet from the door when she felt her fight connect with something soft and warm.
'That's odd.' She thought as she tried to figure out what object she could be forgetting in his room. She moved to her left and walked only to find herself falling to the ground. Serena screamed in fright as she waited for the impending impact with the floor. She was surprised beyond belief to find her delicate hands resting on a warm slowly rising and falling flesh.
"Good morning Sleeping Beauty." A deep voice murmured from underneath her.
Recognizing the voice of her boss Serena suppressed the noise about to emit from her throat. She felt strong arms come about her tiny waist and she nearly gasped in shock. She was entirely pressed against his body and her hands were lying idly on his bare chest.
"Hello." She stammered in reply as she searched the darkness for his mystical blue eyes or his familiar face. She brought her hands up to explore the darkness when her hands found his unruly black hair and soft skin. She carefully traced the contours of his face, the high cheekbones, his worried brow, his silky soft hair, the strong jaw, and his soft lips. She suddenly recoiled her hand as if it had been burnt when she felt one of his hands gently brush a stray curl from her face.
"I wouldn't move if I were you." He whispered as his warm breath on her neck sent chills of delight down her spine.
"Why is that?" she asked innocently as her hands brushed against the slight scruffle of a days old beard on his chin and cheek.
His hand grasped her own and pulled it to his chest. Although his warm hand was lightly resting on hers acting as a distraction she could feel the incredible pace his heart was soaring. "Do you have any idea what you do to me?" he asked her as his other hand began to trace the fabric on her back.
Serena was thankful for the darkness for she knew her face was flushed red. She moved her hands around his neck in a move she knew was extremely daring and so unlike her. "Oh really?"
He nodded in the darkness when he realized she probably couldn't see through the dark. Serena giggled when she felt his soft hair tickle the back of her hands as he shook his head in agreement.
"How long have you been awake?" she asked trying to distract him from continuously making the butterflies in her stomach flutter.
"Since you ran into the chair, but don't try to change the subject on me Sere," he sharply reprimanded, "I don't like it when people try and change a situation or conversation because they don't like it. It leaves unfinished business in the air."
"Oh, sorry then." She mumbled slowly letting her head fall to his chest. The constant rise and fall of his torso brought comfort to her troubled nerves. She felt his arms slowly link behind her back and rest there peacefully. Occasionally one of his fingers would draw imaginary figures in the warm fabric and the action soothed her immensely.
Minutes of silence passed as they laid there peacefully as if in a trance. Serena felt her mind drifting off when suddenly he spoke softly and she could feel the rumble in his chest, "You have nothing to be sorry for."
Feeling no need to reply Serena just lay comfortable with her current situation. Maybe if she were lucky he would think she had fallen asleep and he would do the same, the she could leave this awkward situation. Time passed and she thought he had fallen asleep when she heard him murmur with a tired voice, "I'm the one who fell in love with you."
Serena's eyes opened in alarm as she felt his body sink into a peaceful slumber. 'Could it be true?' she asked herself in amazement that he felt the same. She was about to speak her confession of love to him when the sun filtered through the curtains and etched planes in his tired face. He looked so handsome and gentle when he slept, yet worried and ruggish as well. All in all she thought he looked adorable.
Adjusting her position slightly she felt his arms drop from her waist and to the floor. Seeing an opportunity at escape she pushed off the floor trying not to wake him. With as little noise and movement as possible Serena covered his body with the blanket. She bent down slowly to caress his face when the need to feel his lips pressed against hers overcame her. She stooped down and pressed her lips to his.
After a moment she pulled away. Looking at him in the early hours of the morning she realized that she was in love with him too. Being able to wake by his side and just study his handsome yet troubled features she knew she wouldn't mind repeating in the future. She could easily fall into the habit of calling him darling or hers, she mused with enjoyment that he already had a pet name for her. The more and more she thought of it, Serena realized how much she already was in love with him.
She let her fingers touch his wrinkled brow once, noting with alarm the unusually high temperature. She pulled the robe around her and fled from the room. Darien's sleepy nature concerned her for he was normally an active morning person ready to jog and prepare for a day's work. Coming to the only possible conclusion Serena figured that Darien was sick.
'If he needs a nurse, then I'll be the perfect nurse indeed.' She thought as she changed into a comfortable pair of jeans and a sweater. She pulled her hair back into a low ponytail, fashioned a ribbon around it and went to look for Andrew. She was definitely going to need some help lifting him to the bed.
The more she thought of caring for him, she figured she could show him how much she cared for him personally. It might be a shame he was feeling under the weather but if it could bring her closer to him, then she didn't mind. She saw Andrew's light brown hair and she ran after him.
"Andrew! I need some help!"
Darien opened his eyes and was surprised to find his vision was swirled and blurry. He brought his hand to his aching head and felt the headache growing with each movement. He brought his hands to the covers and pushed them off, he was extremely hot. Throwing the covers to his feet he moved to sit up when a smooth hand pressed him back against the bed.
"I don't think so," a silky voice whispered into the air.
"What?" he asked letting her hands push him back to the bed. He was too tired to argue so he gave in too defeat.
"You are sick and need to rest." With her soothing voice and calm hands stroking his hair Darien felt the need to rest calling him.
"Thank you," he whispered.
"Anytime." She replied with a smile and he shivered when a cold compress was laid on his forehead.
"That's so cold." His hazy blue eyes fluttered before he focused in on her soft features and he smiled.
"My goodness, you're one fire." He could hear the alarm in her voice. Trying to soothe her he placed one of his hands on hers. Offering his best smile he stroked her hand with his fingers.
"I never knew you were a doctor Sere."
He relished in the fact that she giggled at his pet name for her. "I'm not but I do know that when one is sick they are to drink plenty of fluids and rest," she stressed.
She removed the compress from his forehead and shifted her weight so she was leaning on his bedpost. She wrapped her arms around his chest and pulled him to a slight sitting position. When he moved to get up completely she pulled him so he was resting against her.
"Here," she paused and reached to grab a glass from his nightstand, "drink this." Darien tried to grip the glass with his shaking hands and almost spilled the drink. Serena seeing that his limp hands couldn't hold the glass on there own she held the bottom of the glass and lifted it to his parched lips for a drink.
Darien felt his strength leave him completely along with his awareness. He closed his eyes and felt himself drift off into a peaceful slumber. His hand fell from the glass and Serena moved quickly to support its full weight. She removed the drink and placed in on his nightstand. She smiled as his head rolled to the side slightly to rest on her shoulder. Feeling a little fatigued herself she laid her head upon his and welcomed a short nap.
When Serena woke she found a blanket around her tiny body which was stiff from leaning against the post. She looked for a sign of Darien and noticed that his bathrobe was off the hook and his slippers were no where to be found. She got up from the bed and went to look for her patient.
As she searched the mansion she grew more frantic for he was nowhere to be found. When she went to ask Rini if she had seen him she discovered Rini was no where to be found either. "That's strange." She mumbled to herself as she went to the den.
She opened the door after hearing muffled sounds from the room. The cute picture she saw made her heart flutter. Darien was sitting in his pajamas, slippers, and bathrobe reading a storybook to Rini whose head was lightly resting on his shoulder. He looked up to see a touching expression on Serena's face and he smiled.
Rini opened her tired eyes to see Serena walking into the room with a playful grin on her face. She sat up abruptly and waved hello to Serena.
"Hi Rini!" Serena exclaimed as she fell into the big leather couch. Rini got up from the couch grabbed a giant stuffed animal and placed it on the couch next to Serena. "What's this for?" Serena asked in wonderment as Rini placed Serena's arms around the teddy bear.
"Now you have someone to cuddle with too! Plus he's warm and soft!" Rini jumped for joy before leaping onto the couch and resting on her head on Darien's shoulder.
Serena chuckled at the petite girl's antics. How similar she had been as a little girl, it really was quite scary the similarities between them. Serena almost gasped out loud when she saw Rini wink at her. 'That little devil.' She thought silently to herself.
Serena let out a scream as the pillow was removed and she felt her head fall into Darien's lap. One of his hands came about her waist to steady her and the other threw the stuffed teddy to the other side of the room. He laughed out loud a bit at the haphazard look she wore on her face, her hair messy from the fall, her cheeks flushed with excitement, and her lips curved into a smile. His other hand cupped her cheek and he bent down as if he was going to kiss her when he shook his head and stroked her soft hair instead.
"I think someone needs to be taught a lesson." Serena exclaimed before the racing butterflies in her heart exploded.
"Why do you say that?" Darien exclaimed as he helped her to a sitting position so her body was in close contact with his.
"Oh not you but a little pink haired angel who is cowering behind someone I know." Serena winked at Darien and he smiled in understanding.
"There is someone behind me?" Darien asked innocently. Serena and Darien smiled when they heard Rini giggling.
"Yes and I intend to punish her with the worst method ever!" Serena said in her attempt at a scary voice.
Darien looked Serena square in the eye, mouthed the word "Three" and raised one of his hands to count. When he reached three he turned and grabbed Rini forcing her from her hiding spot. Serena bent in and began tickling the child mercilessly and smiled brightly at the child's bouts of laughter.
"Stop!" she pleaded in between giggles, "Please stop!"
"Never!" Darien cried as he began to tickle Serena too. Serena squirmed and then began to laugh as he tickled her sides and pulled her close. Serena gave-up on tickling Rini and began to attack Darien with full force. His hearty laughter filled the room as her chimes of laughter filled in the gaps.
Rini seeing her chance at escape ducked from beneath their arms and crawled away. Andrew opened the door to peak in and smiled at the sight before him, 'She sure works fast.' He thought as Rini ran towards him. He closed the door on the cute couple and gave Rini a high-five.
"Nice." He stated bending down so that he was at her level.
"As always." She smiled as he ruffled her head.
"I'm beginning to think you planned this with out me." Andrew replied.
"Maybe I did," Rini drawled, "and then again maybe I didn't." She laughed out loud at Andrews bemused face. "When do think they'll realize I'm not there anymore?"
"I'm not sure. In the meantime though do you want to go grab a snack?"
Rini's stomach rumbled in reply. They both heard the laughter stop in the room and they ran towards the kitchen laughing all the way.
Unusually Unusual Chapter 5
Serena opened her blue eyes and looked at the darkened room around her. It felt strange yet so comfortable. She held the blanket close to her shivering body when she noted her lack of clothing spare a dark blue bathrobe. She looked around her and sniffed the air with wonderment when she remembered what had happened.
Blushing slightly at the fond memories of falling asleep in his bed, well actually on top his bed then how had she been tucked in? She held the dark comforter close to her body when she felt a smooth satin brush against her soft skin.
Looking around her to make sure no one was around Serena let the covers drop and removed the warm bathrobe. She pulled the cold satin over her slightly damp hair that she noted had curled at the ends. She shrugged the satin over her body and noted with amusement that it was awfully short and low cut.
Serena moved to step out of the bed when a familiar fragrance wafted past her. She let her head fall to the pillows and she sniffed deeply. The amiable scent of cinnamon and roses filled her nose and she buried her head in his sheets to smoother herself in his gentle yet masculine scent. She wondered if he always smelled this good but then she crossed the thought from her mind because she would never have another chance to find out.
Deciding that she didn't want to be caught in his bed and figuring he was out of the room Serena stepped from the bed. Feeling slightly exposed and chilly she grabbed his bathrobe and wrapped it around her frail frame. Stepping gingerly towards the door she crashed into his armchair.
"Ouch." She hissed in pain as she continued to stumble across the room. She prayed that if he was in the room he couldn't hear her mumbles or her stumbles. She was about fifteen feet from the door when she felt her fight connect with something soft and warm.
'That's odd.' She thought as she tried to figure out what object she could be forgetting in his room. She moved to her left and walked only to find herself falling to the ground. Serena screamed in fright as she waited for the impending impact with the floor. She was surprised beyond belief to find her delicate hands resting on a warm slowly rising and falling flesh.
"Good morning Sleeping Beauty." A deep voice murmured from underneath her.
Recognizing the voice of her boss Serena suppressed the noise about to emit from her throat. She felt strong arms come about her tiny waist and she nearly gasped in shock. She was entirely pressed against his body and her hands were lying idly on his bare chest.
"Hello." She stammered in reply as she searched the darkness for his mystical blue eyes or his familiar face. She brought her hands up to explore the darkness when her hands found his unruly black hair and soft skin. She carefully traced the contours of his face, the high cheekbones, his worried brow, his silky soft hair, the strong jaw, and his soft lips. She suddenly recoiled her hand as if it had been burnt when she felt one of his hands gently brush a stray curl from her face.
"I wouldn't move if I were you." He whispered as his warm breath on her neck sent chills of delight down her spine.
"Why is that?" she asked innocently as her hands brushed against the slight scruffle of a days old beard on his chin and cheek.
His hand grasped her own and pulled it to his chest. Although his warm hand was lightly resting on hers acting as a distraction she could feel the incredible pace his heart was soaring. "Do you have any idea what you do to me?" he asked her as his other hand began to trace the fabric on her back.
Serena was thankful for the darkness for she knew her face was flushed red. She moved her hands around his neck in a move she knew was extremely daring and so unlike her. "Oh really?"
He nodded in the darkness when he realized she probably couldn't see through the dark. Serena giggled when she felt his soft hair tickle the back of her hands as he shook his head in agreement.
"How long have you been awake?" she asked trying to distract him from continuously making the butterflies in her stomach flutter.
"Since you ran into the chair, but don't try to change the subject on me Sere," he sharply reprimanded, "I don't like it when people try and change a situation or conversation because they don't like it. It leaves unfinished business in the air."
"Oh, sorry then." She mumbled slowly letting her head fall to his chest. The constant rise and fall of his torso brought comfort to her troubled nerves. She felt his arms slowly link behind her back and rest there peacefully. Occasionally one of his fingers would draw imaginary figures in the warm fabric and the action soothed her immensely.
Minutes of silence passed as they laid there peacefully as if in a trance. Serena felt her mind drifting off when suddenly he spoke softly and she could feel the rumble in his chest, "You have nothing to be sorry for."
Feeling no need to reply Serena just lay comfortable with her current situation. Maybe if she were lucky he would think she had fallen asleep and he would do the same, the she could leave this awkward situation. Time passed and she thought he had fallen asleep when she heard him murmur with a tired voice, "I'm the one who fell in love with you."
Serena's eyes opened in alarm as she felt his body sink into a peaceful slumber. 'Could it be true?' she asked herself in amazement that he felt the same. She was about to speak her confession of love to him when the sun filtered through the curtains and etched planes in his tired face. He looked so handsome and gentle when he slept, yet worried and ruggish as well. All in all she thought he looked adorable.
Adjusting her position slightly she felt his arms drop from her waist and to the floor. Seeing an opportunity at escape she pushed off the floor trying not to wake him. With as little noise and movement as possible Serena covered his body with the blanket. She bent down slowly to caress his face when the need to feel his lips pressed against hers overcame her. She stooped down and pressed her lips to his.
After a moment she pulled away. Looking at him in the early hours of the morning she realized that she was in love with him too. Being able to wake by his side and just study his handsome yet troubled features she knew she wouldn't mind repeating in the future. She could easily fall into the habit of calling him darling or hers, she mused with enjoyment that he already had a pet name for her. The more and more she thought of it, Serena realized how much she already was in love with him.
She let her fingers touch his wrinkled brow once, noting with alarm the unusually high temperature. She pulled the robe around her and fled from the room. Darien's sleepy nature concerned her for he was normally an active morning person ready to jog and prepare for a day's work. Coming to the only possible conclusion Serena figured that Darien was sick.
'If he needs a nurse, then I'll be the perfect nurse indeed.' She thought as she changed into a comfortable pair of jeans and a sweater. She pulled her hair back into a low ponytail, fashioned a ribbon around it and went to look for Andrew. She was definitely going to need some help lifting him to the bed.
The more she thought of caring for him, she figured she could show him how much she cared for him personally. It might be a shame he was feeling under the weather but if it could bring her closer to him, then she didn't mind. She saw Andrew's light brown hair and she ran after him.
"Andrew! I need some help!"
Darien opened his eyes and was surprised to find his vision was swirled and blurry. He brought his hand to his aching head and felt the headache growing with each movement. He brought his hands to the covers and pushed them off, he was extremely hot. Throwing the covers to his feet he moved to sit up when a smooth hand pressed him back against the bed.
"I don't think so," a silky voice whispered into the air.
"What?" he asked letting her hands push him back to the bed. He was too tired to argue so he gave in too defeat.
"You are sick and need to rest." With her soothing voice and calm hands stroking his hair Darien felt the need to rest calling him.
"Thank you," he whispered.
"Anytime." She replied with a smile and he shivered when a cold compress was laid on his forehead.
"That's so cold." His hazy blue eyes fluttered before he focused in on her soft features and he smiled.
"My goodness, you're one fire." He could hear the alarm in her voice. Trying to soothe her he placed one of his hands on hers. Offering his best smile he stroked her hand with his fingers.
"I never knew you were a doctor Sere."
He relished in the fact that she giggled at his pet name for her. "I'm not but I do know that when one is sick they are to drink plenty of fluids and rest," she stressed.
She removed the compress from his forehead and shifted her weight so she was leaning on his bedpost. She wrapped her arms around his chest and pulled him to a slight sitting position. When he moved to get up completely she pulled him so he was resting against her.
"Here," she paused and reached to grab a glass from his nightstand, "drink this." Darien tried to grip the glass with his shaking hands and almost spilled the drink. Serena seeing that his limp hands couldn't hold the glass on there own she held the bottom of the glass and lifted it to his parched lips for a drink.
Darien felt his strength leave him completely along with his awareness. He closed his eyes and felt himself drift off into a peaceful slumber. His hand fell from the glass and Serena moved quickly to support its full weight. She removed the drink and placed in on his nightstand. She smiled as his head rolled to the side slightly to rest on her shoulder. Feeling a little fatigued herself she laid her head upon his and welcomed a short nap.
When Serena woke she found a blanket around her tiny body which was stiff from leaning against the post. She looked for a sign of Darien and noticed that his bathrobe was off the hook and his slippers were no where to be found. She got up from the bed and went to look for her patient.
As she searched the mansion she grew more frantic for he was nowhere to be found. When she went to ask Rini if she had seen him she discovered Rini was no where to be found either. "That's strange." She mumbled to herself as she went to the den.
She opened the door after hearing muffled sounds from the room. The cute picture she saw made her heart flutter. Darien was sitting in his pajamas, slippers, and bathrobe reading a storybook to Rini whose head was lightly resting on his shoulder. He looked up to see a touching expression on Serena's face and he smiled.
Rini opened her tired eyes to see Serena walking into the room with a playful grin on her face. She sat up abruptly and waved hello to Serena.
"Hi Rini!" Serena exclaimed as she fell into the big leather couch. Rini got up from the couch grabbed a giant stuffed animal and placed it on the couch next to Serena. "What's this for?" Serena asked in wonderment as Rini placed Serena's arms around the teddy bear.
"Now you have someone to cuddle with too! Plus he's warm and soft!" Rini jumped for joy before leaping onto the couch and resting on her head on Darien's shoulder.
Serena chuckled at the petite girl's antics. How similar she had been as a little girl, it really was quite scary the similarities between them. Serena almost gasped out loud when she saw Rini wink at her. 'That little devil.' She thought silently to herself.
Serena let out a scream as the pillow was removed and she felt her head fall into Darien's lap. One of his hands came about her waist to steady her and the other threw the stuffed teddy to the other side of the room. He laughed out loud a bit at the haphazard look she wore on her face, her hair messy from the fall, her cheeks flushed with excitement, and her lips curved into a smile. His other hand cupped her cheek and he bent down as if he was going to kiss her when he shook his head and stroked her soft hair instead.
"I think someone needs to be taught a lesson." Serena exclaimed before the racing butterflies in her heart exploded.
"Why do you say that?" Darien exclaimed as he helped her to a sitting position so her body was in close contact with his.
"Oh not you but a little pink haired angel who is cowering behind someone I know." Serena winked at Darien and he smiled in understanding.
"There is someone behind me?" Darien asked innocently. Serena and Darien smiled when they heard Rini giggling.
"Yes and I intend to punish her with the worst method ever!" Serena said in her attempt at a scary voice.
Darien looked Serena square in the eye, mouthed the word "Three" and raised one of his hands to count. When he reached three he turned and grabbed Rini forcing her from her hiding spot. Serena bent in and began tickling the child mercilessly and smiled brightly at the child's bouts of laughter.
"Stop!" she pleaded in between giggles, "Please stop!"
"Never!" Darien cried as he began to tickle Serena too. Serena squirmed and then began to laugh as he tickled her sides and pulled her close. Serena gave-up on tickling Rini and began to attack Darien with full force. His hearty laughter filled the room as her chimes of laughter filled in the gaps.
Rini seeing her chance at escape ducked from beneath their arms and crawled away. Andrew opened the door to peak in and smiled at the sight before him, 'She sure works fast.' He thought as Rini ran towards him. He closed the door on the cute couple and gave Rini a high-five.
"Nice." He stated bending down so that he was at her level.
"As always." She smiled as he ruffled her head.
"I'm beginning to think you planned this with out me." Andrew replied.
"Maybe I did," Rini drawled, "and then again maybe I didn't." She laughed out loud at Andrews bemused face. "When do think they'll realize I'm not there anymore?"
"I'm not sure. In the meantime though do you want to go grab a snack?"
Rini's stomach rumbled in reply. They both heard the laughter stop in the room and they ran towards the kitchen laughing all the way.