I am really sorry about the delay with this chapter; let's call it my first experience of writers block!
"You glad you came?"
Joseph and Clarisse were sitting on the laid out picnic blanket in a very remote part of San Francisco; her back resting against a shady tree trunk with Joseph lying on one side propped up on his elbow looking at her, whilst Mia, intent on her plan working had gone for a walk around the other side of the lake with Charlotte who had joined them.
"I have to admit that I am glad! It's wonderful to get out of the consulate and spend some time with Mia…where is Mia?"
Joe didn't let his eyes leave her face
"She's taking a walk with Charlotte…how's the paper work going?" he enquired slyly
Clarisse attempted a glare through her half closed eyes
"You know fact that I haven't touched it yet and nor do I intend doing so! Something that I am most definitely going to regret tomorrow!"
"I wouldn't worry about it Clarisse you of all people deserve a rest, you've been through a tremendous amount this last year"
Clarisse looked down at her hands uncomfortably
"Yes well…" she uttered
There was a silence between the two that was more relaxed than uncomfortable; they really were at ease in each others company. Joseph let his eyes linger over her soft features before asking quietly
"Would you like this dance your majesty!"
The Queens head shot up and she looked at him in surprise
"Here? Now? But there is no music…and anyway it would be highly improper"
"No one need know Clarisse, and we can make our own music"
Joseph raised himself up and extended his arm out to the Queen of Genovia. She glanced around and when satisfied that she could see no one and no one could see them she relented and shyly raised her hand up to Joseph giving in to her instincts as a woman.
They began to dance together, (well, a soft sway more than a dance), their bodies moulding into each other perfectly. Neither of them could remember a time when they felt more at peace and nor could Mia and Charlotte as they watched the couple from the other side of the lake.
Right, I have a problem! I don't know whether to continue this or whether it is better left as it its! I would really value some input…thanks folks cat xxx