Chapter 2 Caught in the Office
The next day was Saturday. Steve didn't have to go to work. He could spend the day inquiring about the young lady that he met the night before. He would start with his father. Mark was preparing breakfast when Steve entered the Kitchen.
"Good morning, son. How did things go last night after everybody left the restaurant?" Mark asked innocently.
"You tell me, dad. You and Amanda probably arranged the whole thing." Steve said with a smile.
"Steve, Amanda and I thought that it would be a perfect opportunity for Cindy to meet a nice guy and I know that you haven't been out on a date for awhile. By the way, Cindy works today if you want to drop by the hospital later."
"Dad, you're doing it again." Steve teased Mark. "I think I will do that and ask her out to a dinner and a movie."
Steve and Mark sat and ate breakfast.
At the hospital Cindy was hard at work when Mark arrived.
"Hello, Cindy. I hope you got home without any problems last night." Mark asked.
"No problems at all, Doctor Sloan. Your son was a perfect gentleman. I hope I can see him again some time."
That is what Mark wanted to hear. He continued on his way to his office.
The remainder of the morning was quiet in the E.R. Cindy was on her way to lunch when Steve came into her range of vision.
"Oh hi, Steve. Looking for your father? He's still in a board meeting. He should be finished soon."
"I was actually searching for you. Would you like to go somewhere for lunch?" Steve asked hoping that Cindy would accept his offer.
"I would very much like to have lunch with you, Steve. I have to stay at the hospital. Since I'm the new kid on the block this crazy beeper is stuck to my side." Cindy smiled.
"Well, I'll have to see if dad can do something about removing that." Steve chuckled.
"I still have to eat. Let's go to the cafeteria. The food isn't the best, but it's lunch. I think."
Both Steve and Cindy laughed.
"I have a better idea. We need to talk about last night. You know that dad and Amanda set us up."
"Yes, I do. I knew because I came to BBQ Bob's with your dad and Amanda. I thought it was strange when your dad only took Amanda home and ask you to take me home. I was glad to spend a little more time with you."
* She does like me * Steve thought.
"I know a place that is a bit more private for lunch then the cafeteria."
Cindy was intrigued. "I will get a salad and we can be on our way."
Steve and Cindy walked the halls on Community General until they came to Mark's office. He knew that his dad was still at the board meeting and not in his office. The office would be private. Once in Mark's office, Steve closed the door behind them.
Cindy sat on the sofa that Mark had in his office.
"Cindy, would you mind if I sat closer to you?" Steve questioned.
"Steve, I enjoy being with you."
* I don't believe that I let that slip out . * Cindy thought to herself.
Steve put his arms around Cindy and held her close to him. * Ummm, it has been so long * Cindy thought again. "Steve, you feel so good." Cindy sighed softly.
Steve was thinking that it was a long time for him since he held a woman in his arms. Mark was right. He needed Cindy. Steve leaned in closer to Cindy and kissed her gently on the lips.
Realizing what he just did, Steve pulled away from Cindy. "Sorry Cindy. I didn't ..."
"Steve, come here." Cindy pulled Steve in closer to her. She gave Steve a tender kiss on the lips. "I liked it, don't quit." Steve kissed Cindy again softly.
"I could get very used to this." Cindy said with a smile.
"That's the idea." Steve answered.
Steve and Cindy continued to hold each other close. Steve kissed Cindy in the inside of the neck. She tingled from head to toe. Then unexpectedly there were voices outside the locked office door. It was Jesse and Mark.
"I have those reports that you need on my desk in my office. I'll go get them." Mark told Jesse from the other side of the door.
"Okay, I'll wait here."
Mark unlocked his office door. He saw Steve and Cindy with their arms around each other.
"Steve, Cindy. Sorry I didn't know that my office was in use." Mark said apologetically. "I just need to give these reports to Jesse. Please excuse me."
Mark left his office.
Steve and Cindy were astonished that Mark didn't say anything. They were grateful for small favors.
Cindy bounded off of the sofa.
"Cindy, what's wrong? It was only my dad. He was the one who wanted us to be together." Steve questioned.
"Steve, you don't understand. Mark may be your father, but he is my boss. That was not a good situation for a boss to see." Cindy was almost in tears. So now we are only together because your father wanted us together, is that it detective Sloan?"
"Cindy, that's not true. My father arranged for us to spend a little time together after we ate. After that we are together because I want to be with you, and you wanted to be with me."
Cindy turned to walk out of the door.
"Cindy, please don't leave me like this. I care for you. I know deep down that you care for me too. Don't let this one thing poison your mind against me, against us. Cindy, I don't want to go on without you."
Cindy turned around and walked back to Steve and put her arms around him.
"Steve, I do care for you. I was just afraid of what your dad would think of me. "Cindy kissed Steve gently.
"I know dad likes you, almost as much as I do. "Steve said with a smile. "How about dinner and a movie tonight?"
"I would like that very much, Steve."
"Great. I'll pick you up at 6:00. Do you like Italian? I know a great little Romantic Italian place on the edge of town."
"I love Italian. I better be getting back to work. I'll see you tonight." Cindy said as Steve kissed her good-bye.
"Me too."
"Bye, Steve."
"Until later." Steve said as he left Mark's office.
Cindy walked quietly through the halls until she reached the E.R.
The remainder of Cindy's shift was quiet. At the end of her shift, she went home and waited until it was time for her to prepare for her date with Steve.
It was nearly time for Steve to arrive. Cindy was dressed in a white, short sleeved cotton blouse and a skirt of the appropriate length.
Steve arrived with a dozen red roses and he gave them to Cindy.
"Steve, they're beautiful. Thank you." Cindy was genuinely surprised.
"Not as beautiful as my lady." Steve answered and kissed Cindy tenderly.
Minutes later the couple arrived at A'Roma. It was a quaint restaurant with a definite Italian ambience. The tables were separated by dividing walls that looked like Italian cafe windows. The lights were at a low romantic level. The restaurant attendant came and took their order. A minstrel strolled around the restaurant playing soft, Italian accordion music.
"This is wonderful, Steve. You certainly know how to spoil a girl." Cindy said as she smiled at Steve.
The waiter arrived with the couple's dinner. While they ate the minstrel came to their table and sang an Italian love song.
The couple finished their meal and departed from the restaurant. While they were in the restaurant it began to rain. Steve took Cindy's hand as they ran to the car, pretending to dodge the raindrops. They were both
drenched. They kissed each other tenderly in the down pour.
They arrived at Cindy's apartment door shivering.
"Want to come in for a night cap? It's awful wet out here." Cindy invited.
"Okay, maybe for one." Steve answered.
Steve wanted to make the remainder of this evening unforgettable for both him and Cindy.
The couple sat close on Cindy's sofa. Each was afraid to move. Cindy had poured both of them another glass of Italian wine that they brought home from the restaurant.
Tell me something about yourself, Steve " Cindy asked hoping Steve would talk to her.
"I'm not very interesting, but you.. Your a different story. "
"You are interesting to me Steve."
"Well, okay." Cindy could tell that Steve was a bit nervous. Steve continued. "I live in Malibu, where I share a two unit house with my dad. It's right on the beach. I've been on the LA police force for about twenty years."
"I love the beach at sunset." Cindy answered. "It's can be so relaxing after a hard day. quiet, just the sound of the surf against the shore."
"What about you? How did a nice girl like you ever join the Air Force?" It was Cindy's turn to tell all.
"There's nothing interesting about me. I joined the Air force to get away from an overbearing father. My mother left when I was a child. My father always blamed me for her leaving. He was always drunk and dictatorial . The only reason that he allowed me to go to nursing school was so I would meet and marry a doctor."
"Instead, you've found a cop." Steve and Cindy laughed.
In the apartment Steve held Cindy close and kissed her tenderly.
Cindy walked slowly and seductively into the bedroom. "I'll be right back." Cindy whispered softly.
Steve waited as long as he could for Cindy to return. He followed her.
A candle was the only light in the room. Its dim but strange glow engulfed the small room.
Steve and Cindy stood near the bed.
"Want some more wine?" Cindy asked Steve as she poured two more glasses of wine from the restaurant into the glasses. "It will keep you warm on such a cold, wet night."
"I know something else that will keep both of us warm on such a cold, wet night. "Steve whispered as he held Cindy closer and massaged her arms and shoulder gently.
"Mmmmmm, Steve, you feel so good."
Steve laid Cindy back on the bed. "This is only the beginning Cindy." Steve said softly.
He removed his own shoes and wet socks. Then he gently removed Cindy's shoes and wet socks. She kissed him gently. Steve returned the kiss.
Steve and Cindy lay facing each other on the bed, as the Italian wine started to take its' effect. They lay comfortable in each other's arms. Cindy's head was on Steve's strong shoulder. The rain continued outside with occasional flashes of lightning.
While Steve lay on his back, Cindy laid her head on his strong shoulder as she massaged the hairs on his chest.
"That tickles, Cindy, but a good tickle. A very good tickle."
Cindy smiled. Steve was holding her close. He kissed her gently.
Suddenly lightning flashed and thunder rumbled.
Cindy pulled the blanket up over her head.
"What's the matter, Cindy? It's only a little thunder and lightening from the storm."
"I know. I am afraid of lightening. Always have been, always will be." Cindy said from under the blanket.
Steve joined Cindy under the blanket.
"Hello there, beautiful." Steve smiled.
"You probably think I'm silly. "
"No, not at all." Steve answered.
Cindy started to get out from under the blanket. Steve stopped her.
"Not so fast my pretty."
Steve kissed Cindy tenderly. "You are something special, Cindy James."
"Steve, You make me special. I've never met anyone like you before. Please take care of yourself out there."
"I'll be fine as long as I have you." Steve whispered in Cindy's ear.
"You will always have me, I promise," Cindy said very softly.
Steve kissed her gently.
"Steve, I care for you." Cindy said returning Steve's kiss.
"I care for you too."
Cindy detected playfulness in Steve's voice.
Steve tenderly drew Cindy closer to him and kissed her passionately. She returned the kiss with all the passion that she felt in her being. As Steve held her close, he began mischievously to unbutton her blouse. Next came the skirt and then everything else. Cindy was nervous. It had been a long time since she had been alone with a man. A man who she really wanted to be with and care for.
Cindy was apprehensive, but her heart was pounding so hard that she was sure that Steve could hear it. She thought that it would jump out of her chest. Cindy couldn't believe that she was allowing this man to touch her in such a way. She was both excited and eager and very ready. The pressure of Steve's touch and the heat of his body, told Cindy that he was feeling the desire as well.
Two can play this game." Cindy whispered as she kissed Steve's chest and slowly disrobed him. Steve offered no resistance. Cindy ran her fingers through Steve's thick, dark hair. Steve stroked Cindy's long blonde hair that was now cascading down her chest. He pulled her closer to him as he started to kiss her back and neck.
"Let's never move." Cindy sighed, as the two lovers lay in a pile of twisted and knotted bedding.
"Deal. This is too perfect." Steve answered.
Both collapsed and lay in silence, listening to the symphony of the breeze that was created as the rain cascaded down outside.
The night's shadows turned into the morning dawn.
Cindy woke up first. She quietly slipped into her bath robe and walked outside on the balcony. There she stared into the sky thinking about how wonderful last night had been with Steve. She wanted it to continue forever.
The next day was Saturday. Steve didn't have to go to work. He could spend the day inquiring about the young lady that he met the night before. He would start with his father. Mark was preparing breakfast when Steve entered the Kitchen.
"Good morning, son. How did things go last night after everybody left the restaurant?" Mark asked innocently.
"You tell me, dad. You and Amanda probably arranged the whole thing." Steve said with a smile.
"Steve, Amanda and I thought that it would be a perfect opportunity for Cindy to meet a nice guy and I know that you haven't been out on a date for awhile. By the way, Cindy works today if you want to drop by the hospital later."
"Dad, you're doing it again." Steve teased Mark. "I think I will do that and ask her out to a dinner and a movie."
Steve and Mark sat and ate breakfast.
At the hospital Cindy was hard at work when Mark arrived.
"Hello, Cindy. I hope you got home without any problems last night." Mark asked.
"No problems at all, Doctor Sloan. Your son was a perfect gentleman. I hope I can see him again some time."
That is what Mark wanted to hear. He continued on his way to his office.
The remainder of the morning was quiet in the E.R. Cindy was on her way to lunch when Steve came into her range of vision.
"Oh hi, Steve. Looking for your father? He's still in a board meeting. He should be finished soon."
"I was actually searching for you. Would you like to go somewhere for lunch?" Steve asked hoping that Cindy would accept his offer.
"I would very much like to have lunch with you, Steve. I have to stay at the hospital. Since I'm the new kid on the block this crazy beeper is stuck to my side." Cindy smiled.
"Well, I'll have to see if dad can do something about removing that." Steve chuckled.
"I still have to eat. Let's go to the cafeteria. The food isn't the best, but it's lunch. I think."
Both Steve and Cindy laughed.
"I have a better idea. We need to talk about last night. You know that dad and Amanda set us up."
"Yes, I do. I knew because I came to BBQ Bob's with your dad and Amanda. I thought it was strange when your dad only took Amanda home and ask you to take me home. I was glad to spend a little more time with you."
* She does like me * Steve thought.
"I know a place that is a bit more private for lunch then the cafeteria."
Cindy was intrigued. "I will get a salad and we can be on our way."
Steve and Cindy walked the halls on Community General until they came to Mark's office. He knew that his dad was still at the board meeting and not in his office. The office would be private. Once in Mark's office, Steve closed the door behind them.
Cindy sat on the sofa that Mark had in his office.
"Cindy, would you mind if I sat closer to you?" Steve questioned.
"Steve, I enjoy being with you."
* I don't believe that I let that slip out . * Cindy thought to herself.
Steve put his arms around Cindy and held her close to him. * Ummm, it has been so long * Cindy thought again. "Steve, you feel so good." Cindy sighed softly.
Steve was thinking that it was a long time for him since he held a woman in his arms. Mark was right. He needed Cindy. Steve leaned in closer to Cindy and kissed her gently on the lips.
Realizing what he just did, Steve pulled away from Cindy. "Sorry Cindy. I didn't ..."
"Steve, come here." Cindy pulled Steve in closer to her. She gave Steve a tender kiss on the lips. "I liked it, don't quit." Steve kissed Cindy again softly.
"I could get very used to this." Cindy said with a smile.
"That's the idea." Steve answered.
Steve and Cindy continued to hold each other close. Steve kissed Cindy in the inside of the neck. She tingled from head to toe. Then unexpectedly there were voices outside the locked office door. It was Jesse and Mark.
"I have those reports that you need on my desk in my office. I'll go get them." Mark told Jesse from the other side of the door.
"Okay, I'll wait here."
Mark unlocked his office door. He saw Steve and Cindy with their arms around each other.
"Steve, Cindy. Sorry I didn't know that my office was in use." Mark said apologetically. "I just need to give these reports to Jesse. Please excuse me."
Mark left his office.
Steve and Cindy were astonished that Mark didn't say anything. They were grateful for small favors.
Cindy bounded off of the sofa.
"Cindy, what's wrong? It was only my dad. He was the one who wanted us to be together." Steve questioned.
"Steve, you don't understand. Mark may be your father, but he is my boss. That was not a good situation for a boss to see." Cindy was almost in tears. So now we are only together because your father wanted us together, is that it detective Sloan?"
"Cindy, that's not true. My father arranged for us to spend a little time together after we ate. After that we are together because I want to be with you, and you wanted to be with me."
Cindy turned to walk out of the door.
"Cindy, please don't leave me like this. I care for you. I know deep down that you care for me too. Don't let this one thing poison your mind against me, against us. Cindy, I don't want to go on without you."
Cindy turned around and walked back to Steve and put her arms around him.
"Steve, I do care for you. I was just afraid of what your dad would think of me. "Cindy kissed Steve gently.
"I know dad likes you, almost as much as I do. "Steve said with a smile. "How about dinner and a movie tonight?"
"I would like that very much, Steve."
"Great. I'll pick you up at 6:00. Do you like Italian? I know a great little Romantic Italian place on the edge of town."
"I love Italian. I better be getting back to work. I'll see you tonight." Cindy said as Steve kissed her good-bye.
"Me too."
"Bye, Steve."
"Until later." Steve said as he left Mark's office.
Cindy walked quietly through the halls until she reached the E.R.
The remainder of Cindy's shift was quiet. At the end of her shift, she went home and waited until it was time for her to prepare for her date with Steve.
It was nearly time for Steve to arrive. Cindy was dressed in a white, short sleeved cotton blouse and a skirt of the appropriate length.
Steve arrived with a dozen red roses and he gave them to Cindy.
"Steve, they're beautiful. Thank you." Cindy was genuinely surprised.
"Not as beautiful as my lady." Steve answered and kissed Cindy tenderly.
Minutes later the couple arrived at A'Roma. It was a quaint restaurant with a definite Italian ambience. The tables were separated by dividing walls that looked like Italian cafe windows. The lights were at a low romantic level. The restaurant attendant came and took their order. A minstrel strolled around the restaurant playing soft, Italian accordion music.
"This is wonderful, Steve. You certainly know how to spoil a girl." Cindy said as she smiled at Steve.
The waiter arrived with the couple's dinner. While they ate the minstrel came to their table and sang an Italian love song.
The couple finished their meal and departed from the restaurant. While they were in the restaurant it began to rain. Steve took Cindy's hand as they ran to the car, pretending to dodge the raindrops. They were both
drenched. They kissed each other tenderly in the down pour.
They arrived at Cindy's apartment door shivering.
"Want to come in for a night cap? It's awful wet out here." Cindy invited.
"Okay, maybe for one." Steve answered.
Steve wanted to make the remainder of this evening unforgettable for both him and Cindy.
The couple sat close on Cindy's sofa. Each was afraid to move. Cindy had poured both of them another glass of Italian wine that they brought home from the restaurant.
Tell me something about yourself, Steve " Cindy asked hoping Steve would talk to her.
"I'm not very interesting, but you.. Your a different story. "
"You are interesting to me Steve."
"Well, okay." Cindy could tell that Steve was a bit nervous. Steve continued. "I live in Malibu, where I share a two unit house with my dad. It's right on the beach. I've been on the LA police force for about twenty years."
"I love the beach at sunset." Cindy answered. "It's can be so relaxing after a hard day. quiet, just the sound of the surf against the shore."
"What about you? How did a nice girl like you ever join the Air Force?" It was Cindy's turn to tell all.
"There's nothing interesting about me. I joined the Air force to get away from an overbearing father. My mother left when I was a child. My father always blamed me for her leaving. He was always drunk and dictatorial . The only reason that he allowed me to go to nursing school was so I would meet and marry a doctor."
"Instead, you've found a cop." Steve and Cindy laughed.
In the apartment Steve held Cindy close and kissed her tenderly.
Cindy walked slowly and seductively into the bedroom. "I'll be right back." Cindy whispered softly.
Steve waited as long as he could for Cindy to return. He followed her.
A candle was the only light in the room. Its dim but strange glow engulfed the small room.
Steve and Cindy stood near the bed.
"Want some more wine?" Cindy asked Steve as she poured two more glasses of wine from the restaurant into the glasses. "It will keep you warm on such a cold, wet night."
"I know something else that will keep both of us warm on such a cold, wet night. "Steve whispered as he held Cindy closer and massaged her arms and shoulder gently.
"Mmmmmm, Steve, you feel so good."
Steve laid Cindy back on the bed. "This is only the beginning Cindy." Steve said softly.
He removed his own shoes and wet socks. Then he gently removed Cindy's shoes and wet socks. She kissed him gently. Steve returned the kiss.
Steve and Cindy lay facing each other on the bed, as the Italian wine started to take its' effect. They lay comfortable in each other's arms. Cindy's head was on Steve's strong shoulder. The rain continued outside with occasional flashes of lightning.
While Steve lay on his back, Cindy laid her head on his strong shoulder as she massaged the hairs on his chest.
"That tickles, Cindy, but a good tickle. A very good tickle."
Cindy smiled. Steve was holding her close. He kissed her gently.
Suddenly lightning flashed and thunder rumbled.
Cindy pulled the blanket up over her head.
"What's the matter, Cindy? It's only a little thunder and lightening from the storm."
"I know. I am afraid of lightening. Always have been, always will be." Cindy said from under the blanket.
Steve joined Cindy under the blanket.
"Hello there, beautiful." Steve smiled.
"You probably think I'm silly. "
"No, not at all." Steve answered.
Cindy started to get out from under the blanket. Steve stopped her.
"Not so fast my pretty."
Steve kissed Cindy tenderly. "You are something special, Cindy James."
"Steve, You make me special. I've never met anyone like you before. Please take care of yourself out there."
"I'll be fine as long as I have you." Steve whispered in Cindy's ear.
"You will always have me, I promise," Cindy said very softly.
Steve kissed her gently.
"Steve, I care for you." Cindy said returning Steve's kiss.
"I care for you too."
Cindy detected playfulness in Steve's voice.
Steve tenderly drew Cindy closer to him and kissed her passionately. She returned the kiss with all the passion that she felt in her being. As Steve held her close, he began mischievously to unbutton her blouse. Next came the skirt and then everything else. Cindy was nervous. It had been a long time since she had been alone with a man. A man who she really wanted to be with and care for.
Cindy was apprehensive, but her heart was pounding so hard that she was sure that Steve could hear it. She thought that it would jump out of her chest. Cindy couldn't believe that she was allowing this man to touch her in such a way. She was both excited and eager and very ready. The pressure of Steve's touch and the heat of his body, told Cindy that he was feeling the desire as well.
Two can play this game." Cindy whispered as she kissed Steve's chest and slowly disrobed him. Steve offered no resistance. Cindy ran her fingers through Steve's thick, dark hair. Steve stroked Cindy's long blonde hair that was now cascading down her chest. He pulled her closer to him as he started to kiss her back and neck.
"Let's never move." Cindy sighed, as the two lovers lay in a pile of twisted and knotted bedding.
"Deal. This is too perfect." Steve answered.
Both collapsed and lay in silence, listening to the symphony of the breeze that was created as the rain cascaded down outside.
The night's shadows turned into the morning dawn.
Cindy woke up first. She quietly slipped into her bath robe and walked outside on the balcony. There she stared into the sky thinking about how wonderful last night had been with Steve. She wanted it to continue forever.