A/N2: Dec 22, 2012: And another edit... Hope you like.
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A/N: Hi! Sorry for the long wait, again. I don't even have a good excuse other than I've been updating my other fic. Anyways this chapter is much longer than the last one. So I hope you like it. And please R&R!
Chapter 12:
Chloe let go of his hand and climbed up onto the bed. Lex held back, still wary, even though she'd given him her consent. He still wasn't so sure that he could just sleep while she was so close to his body.
She watched him, waiting expectantly. Looking into her eyes, he could see her trust there. She trusted him and that was all he needed to know.
Lex followed her, lying back on the pillows flat on his back. Chloe moved a little closer, lying on her side to face him.
"See, this isn't so bad," she announced.
He turned his head so he could meet her eyes and found she was close enough to feel her sweet breath warming his cheek. And, as a result, every other part of him was warming up, too.
Oblivious to his discomfort, Chloe let out a yawn and then snuggled into Lex's side, savoring his warmth. After a moment of hesitation on Lex's part, he put his arms around her, allowing her to get closer to him.
"Lex…" she murmured sleepily.
"Chloe?" he replied, unsure of what to do.
When no reply came, he tilted his head down to find Chloe fast asleep, easily ending any thoughts of doing anything other than sleeping.
He let out a relieved sigh and whispered, "Good night, Chloe."
Kissing the top of her head, he let his eyes close, welcoming sleep to him.
The first thing Chloe noticed when she woke up the next morning was the feel of arms holding her close, creating a cherished feeling in her heart.
She opened her eyes, tilting her face up slightly and came face to face with a sleeping Lex. She smiled to herself, still in disbelief that all this was actually happening to her.
Chloe watched him, noting how much younger he looked in his sleep. In dreamland there wasn't a demanding job and father to weigh him down. She relished how peaceful he looked; glad that he could let his guard down around her.
Reflecting back on last night's events, she remembered how nervous Lex had looked at the prospect of sharing a bed with her. Looking back on it, she realized he'd been right to be nervous. If she hadn't been so tired, sleep would have been the furthest thing from her mind. Chloe was growing increasingly attracted to the man, but her feelings for him were growing as well.
She was reluctant to wake Lex, considering it was pretty early in the morning. So, letting him sleep, she got out of bed and headed to the bathroom for a quick morning shower. Once done, she dressed in the clothes provided, dark blue jeans, and a red, off-the-shoulder blouse. She marveled at how well they fit, chalking up how Lex knew her size to one of his many mysterious quirks.
Exiting the washroom, Chloe found Lex still fast asleep. Grinning, she climbed on to the bed, leaning in close. She reached a hand out to run her fingers across his cheek. "Wake up, sleepyhead," she murmured close to his ear. Not being able to help herself, Chloe pressed a light kiss to his lips that did the trick in waking him.
A few moments later, Lex began to stir, and then finally opened his blue eyes. Blinking a few times, he said, "Good morning, beautiful."
Her mouth formed an 'O' at his unexpected morning greeting. "Morning," she replied after several attempts. Only Lex had the ability to render her near speechless.
Lex propped himself up on his elbows, looking around the room sleepily. "What time is it?"
"Five-thirty," she replied promptly.
His eyes met hers, wide in surprise. "Wow, that's early. I thought you weren't a morning person?"
"I'm not," she answered easily. "But I can't afford not to be when there's still so much to see!"
Her excitement was catching, and he chuckled at her enthusiasm.
"Besides, as soon as you're ready to go you're going to buy me a ton of coffee," she added. "Then we can see the sites… So, up already!"
She practically pushed him out of bed. Laughing, he assured, "Ok, ok, I'm up, I'm up."
It didn't take long for Lex to get ready. They were out the door a mere half hour later. Their first stop was a café around the corner. Lex bought her a huge cup of coffee and a croissant, of course. And then they were off.
"So, Lex, what do you have planned for today?" she asked, eagerly.
"It's a surprise," Lex said cryptically, a smirk on his face.
"You know I hate surprises," Chloe replied, her pout giving way to a grin of anticipation.
"I know. That's what makes it fun for me, watching you squirm," Lex stated playfully.
"Lex!"
Lex watched Chloe peruse the menu before her, a brilliant smile on her face. He was so happy that she seemed to be having such a good time.
She dropped the menu on to the table in front of her, looking up at him suddenly. "I just have to say, Lex," she exclaimed, "This has been so amazing."
The sky was a midnight blue around them; they had spent the entire day checking out the sites Paris had to offer. And now they were right back where the previous night had ended. Chloe was so surprised when Lex had suggested dinner at the Jules Verne, a restaurant inside the Eiffel Tower. They had been seated at a table quickly and given menus. Now they awaited the arrival of their dinner.
Chloe held up her hand, ticking off as she spoke all the places they'd seen. "The Arc de Triomphe, the Bastille, the Conciergerie, the Lourve…" She trailed off remembering everything she saw there.
"Don't forget the Hotel de Ville, and the Musee d' Orsay and the Notre-Dame de Paris," Lex chimed in.
"How could I ever forget?" she asked, looking at him with awe-filled eyes. "And just how did you get us this table? The Jules Verne is one of Paris's most famous restaurants. You've got to book months in advance if you want a reservation here."
He shrugged his shoulders nonchalantly. "I have my ways."
She raised an eyebrow at him. "I guess when you're Lex Luthor the word 'can't' isn't in your vocabulary."
Lex didn't reply, but gave her a knowing smirk instead.
"Lex, I just wanted to thank you," she began gratefully, looking down into her lap. "This… this has been the best time I've had in a real long time… And it's all because of you."
He reached across the table for her hand, giving it a gentle tug, urging her to meet his eyes. "You deserve all of this and so much more… You're a very special person, Chloe. Don't forget that. And don't ever accept anything less than you deserve."
Chloe blushed at the intensity of his words. "I won't," she murmured.
He smiled at her, sitting back in his chair. "Good. You should have the best of everything."
Right now, Chloe was convinced that she had the best sitting right across from her and she was ready to voice that sentiment when the waiter came and interrupted with their dinner.
They ate in a comfortable, content silence. When they finished they made their way to the very top of the Eiffel Tower for one last time before they left the city.
"I don't want to go," Chloe said out loud. "This city is so beautiful."
"We don't have to go, you know?" Lex said without thinking.
"What do you mean?" She turned to face him uncertainly.
He hadn't meant to say that. Of course he knew they couldn't stay, Chloe's dad was expecting her home shortly. But still something about the moment right then had him suggesting otherwise.
"I mean we could stay a bit longer if you want," Lex said plainly, hoping she'd say yes.
Chloe was once again rendered speechless. More time in the city of lights and love with Lex would be heavenly. She was so tempted to accept his offer, but there were things back at home that were impossible to ignore.
"I would love to, Lex," she started slowly, her tone becoming regretful. "But you know we can't. You've got your meeting and I have the interview…"
Looking at his disappointed face, she added quickly, "But, I wouldn't mind doing this again sometime…"
That did the trick, the smile was back. "Anytime, Chloe, you name it," he offered, taking each of her hands into his. Lex pulled her into his arms and began to kiss her soundly.
It was a short kiss; releasing, they stood there for a moment just looking into each other's eyes. Something important passed between them in that moment, something that neither one of them were sorry to have shared.
"So, we um… should get going," Chloe said reluctantly.
"Yeah, we should…" He let out a whimsical sounding sigh and began to lead the way.
Well that's it for now. I hoped you liked it.
A lot of you might be thinking, "I thought this was called Metropolis Love not Paris Love." Well the reason why I named it Metropolis Love will be revealed shortly.
I don't know when I'm going to update again. Hopefully soon. I start school Sept 8, so hopefully some time before them.
Anyways please review!Thanks!
Just realized Lex has got to be part Doctor with a Tardis of his own to pull off this trip. lol.
Done. Liked?
