Shortly after 5:00 Kendall arrived back at the suite. She was trying to be quiet in case Zach was still asleep. She snuck into the bedroom to check on him, but the bed was empty.
'hmmm at least he got some sleep' she thought to herself as she looked at the messed up bed. Suddenly she felt something behind her , then she felt Zach's arms warp around her tiny waist. She could feel his breath as he nuzzled her neck
"Welcome back" he said as he turned her to face him
"Zach, your naked " she exclaimed "and your wet"
"Well technically I am not naked, I do have a towel on, but I can remove it if you prefer. As far as being wet, that usually happens when you take a shower" he said as he kissed her neck
"I think it would be wise if you kept the towel on, other wise I might be more tempted then I am right now to make love to you" Kendall stated
"and would that be such a bad thing" Zach asked as he began to unbutton her blouse
"Zach, stop it, you promised we wouldn't make love until we were married" she protested
It was all Kendall could do to keep from ripping that towel off of him 'My God he looks good. This is going to be a lot harder then I thought' she thought to herself
"That I did, however I never once promised to behave myself" he pointed out
"You are impossible" she laughed as she pulled out of his embrace and began to button her blouse
"Fine ruin all my fun, but I thought you were supposed to take care of a sick man, isn't that what you promised Dr. Martin ? " Zach teased
"I don't think this is exactly what he had in mind, nice try though" she laughed
Zach glanced over at the clock on the bedside table "Well even though you aren't giving me proper medical attention, I guess I will still give you the surprise I have for you"
"A surprise for me ? What is it?" Kendall asked looking around the room
" Its not quite that simple, first go get changed, throw on something more comfortable, we have an appointment in 30 minutes" he said as he headed back into the bathroom to finish getting dressed.
Kendall went to her dresser and pulled out a pair of jeans and a sweater. Next she went to the closet and grabbed a pair of tennis shoes. After changing in the guest bathroom Kendall waited for Zach in the living room. A few minutes later Zach came in wearing jeans , a polo shirt and tennis shoes
"Ready to go?" he asked as he headed towards the door. Kendall didn't move or say a word "Kendall, are you ok?"
"Umm, yeah I'm fine. I just never knew you owned a pair of jeans" she said
"Why wouldn't you think I owned a pair of jeans? " he asked
" I don't know, I guess because I have only ever seen you in business suits, except the one time I saw you in docker's on the beach at my Mothers wedding" she answered
"Do I look that bad in them?" he asked as he examined himself
"Oh no, not at all, in fact I think you need to wear jeans at home more often" she teased "I never realized how nice your butt was "
"Look who is being impossible now" he laughed "Come on we're going to be late"
Zach had been driving for fifteen minutes
"So where are we going ?" Kendall asked
"You'll see " Zach said as he pulled into a driveway.
A smile came across Kendall's face when she saw Marian standing next to her parked car at the end of the drive
"Are we doing what I think we are doing ?" Kendall asked
"And what do you think we are doing ?" Zach asked
"I think we are house hunting " Kendall squealed
"Well then you would be right Mrs. Slater. I thought it would be nice if we had our own home by the time we were married" he smiled
"Oh Zach you are to good to me, I love you" she said as she threw her arms around him and gave him a kiss
"I take it she was surprised " Marian said as she approached the car
"You bet I am" Kendall said as she hopped out of the car
"Zach wasn't quite sure what type house you wanted, or how big so we picked out a bunch to show you if you are up for it" Marian said as she walked to he front door and unlocked it.
"Oh I am defiantly up for it" Kendall beamed
As they entered the house Marian began giving the details of the house " This is a bungalow style house, it was built in 1988 and it sits on half an acre of property. The house is 1100 sq feet, 2 bedrooms, living room, eat in kitchen, 1 full bath. There is a utility room off the kitchen. A new deck out back, and as you saw, a front screened porch. The house has new paint, and flooring through out. Take your time and look around "
Kendall walked around the house, Zach followed behind.
" It's a cute little house Marian, but not quite what I had in mind" Kendall finally said
"That's fine, like I said Zach wasn't sure what you had in mind. Why don't you tell me what you are looking for in a home then we can go from there" Marian suggested
"I would like something bigger, maybe something we can entertain in, I would like to have at least 3 bedrooms, and an office for Zach. Walk-in closets are a must. Also something newer maybe." Kendall decided
"Well that narrows the search down a bit" Marian said "I have 3 homes I can show you now if you are interested"
"Lead the way" Zach said as they left the house "We will follow you in our car"
They looked at the next two houses Marian showed them but neither of them were really impressed with them.
"You know, I think I have just the house for you" Marian said with a smile
Zach followed Marian as she turned off the main road onto a private drive that went through the trees, after about 200 feet they came to a clearing where the house stood. Marian parked her car and got out. Zach parked their car and opened the door for Kendall to get out. They followed Marian through the courtyard to the front door as she unlocked it.
"I don't know why I didn't think of this house to begin with " she said as they walked in "This is a new house and isn't quite finished yet. All that is left to be done if for the new owners to pick out the flooring, paint, cabinets, light fixtures, you know those type things."
Kendall just stood there looking at the massive foyer with the high ceilings, her eyes then traveled to the spackled sheetrock walls then to the bare plywood floors. She was speechless
"What can you tell us about the house Marian ?" Zach asked
Marian opened up her book and began to read "The property is 20 acres and includes beachfront. The house is 3,485 square feet. Has 3 bedrooms, all on the second floor. The Master Suite is 16'x20' with 10' ceilings and a fireplace and it has a deck off it. The second bedroom is 12x14 and the third is 11x13'4". Two baths on the second floor and half a bath on the main floor. Three car attached garage. The living room is 14x20 with high ceilings, the family room is 16x24 with high ceilings as well. It has a fireplace and also opens onto the back deck. There is a den that is 14x14 that could be used as an office for you, it also opens onto the back deck. The kitchen is 16x16 with a 12x12 breakfast area. Why don't you and Kendall take a look around, I will be on the back deck enjoying the gorgeous view."
Zach walked alongside Kendall as she wondered through the enormous house. She checked out every square inch of the downstairs before going upstairs. She checked the two smaller bedrooms first then entered the master suite. The entire time she hadn't spoken a word
"Well what do you think ?" Zach finally asked
"This is the most beautiful house I have ever seen" she said as she opened the doors and walked out on to the deck "Just look at that view, its beautiful "
"I would have to disagree, I think it is magnificent " Zach said looking at his wife
Zach took Kendall in his arms and they looked out on the ocean "So what do you say ? "
"Zach this place is so big, way to much room for us" she said
"But you like it don't you ?" He asked
"Like isn't the word, I absolutely love it " Kendall exclaimed
Zach kissed her long and passionately then looked down to the deck below "Marian, we'll take it"
"I haven't even told you how much it is " she said
"It doesn't matter. Kendall loves it and that is all that matters. You can tell the seller it is sold, and you can have the contractors send someone to my office about finishing this place. It has to be done by January 1st"
Kendall just hugged Zach "Thank you so much"
After they left Marian, they headed back to the casino for a late dinner in their suite
"Why don't you go get a bubble bath while I order us some dinner " Zach suggested
"That sounds wonderful" Kendall said as she headed towards the bedroom.
By the time Kendall emerged from her bubble bath, dinner had arrived. Zach had it set up in the living room. He has some soft music playing on the stereo and candles lit all around the room
"Something smells wonderful " she said as she walked into the room wearing one of the casinos plush robes
"I hope you approve of my selection" he said as he pulled a chair out for her
After Kendall was seated, Zach sat across from her and lifted the covers from the trays "Tonight we are having Crab Imperial , sautéed mushrooms and salad. And since I am not allowed to have any alcohol, I ordered us some ice tea"
"It's perfect" she said as he served their dinner
After they finished dinner Zach took Kendall by the hand and pulled her close to him and began to slowly dance with her
"I didn't know you were a dancer" she said in surprise
"There is a lot you don't know about me, but I intend to change that" he said as he moved her around the room. Half way through the second song the phone rang.
"I'll get rid of them" Zach said "I'm doing fine, Thank you for asking……… Yes she is right here hold on a minute" Zach handed Kendall the phone "It's Bianca"
"Oh, I will tell her I will call her tomorrow " Kendall said
"Don't you dare. I know how much you miss your sister, talk as long as you want. I am going to get the dinner dishes out of here and go take a shower so you can have some privacy " Zach said as he wheeled the cart to the door. A few seconds later he was gone
"Bianca what a surprise" Kendall said
"I didn't interrupt anything did I ?" she asked
"No you didn't , but I'm glad you called" Kendall said in desperation
"Why, what's wrong ? " Bianca asked
"Oh Binx, I made Zach promise that we wouldn't make love until we are married" Kendall exclaimed
"What's wrong with that ?" she asked
" I am never going to be able to last until then" Kendall whispered
Bianca just laughed
" When I came back from the office today I snuck into the bedroom to see if he was sleeping " Kendall explained "well he wasn't there, he had been taking a shower, and came out in nothing but a towel. Then he took me out for a surprise and was wearing jeans. Oh my God he looks fantastic in a pair of jeans. And just now when you called we were dancing. I mean my God Binx, you have seen him, am I crazy ?" Kendall asked
"Yes I have seen him, many times. He is hot. In fact, he would even make me want to be straight" she said
Both girls busted out laughing
"Out of curiosity, why do you want to wait until the two of you get remarried ?" Bianca asked
"This is going to sound stupid, but when we got married we did it as a business arrangement. Now we are in love and want to have a life together. That is the reason we are getting remarried, to start out our marriage the right way, in love, and not as a business deal. I want the first time we make love to be as man and wife. I know we are already married, but I want it to be the real marriage, not the business deal one" Kendall explained " I have screwed up every relationship I have been in and I don't want to start this one off wrong. I love Zach more then I ever thought I could love anyone, I don't want to mess this up"
"Kendall that is the most beautiful thing I have ever heard" Bianca cried "I don't know what he has done to you, but you sure have grown. The old Kendall would just jump in and ask questions later. I think he is really good for you, and I am so happy that the two of you have found each other"
"So what do I do ? I cant exactly avoid him, can I ?" Kendall asked
"No, you cant avoid him " Bianca laughed "You know there is nothing wrong with a little harmless teasing and playing, just don't let it go all the way, if you know what I mean"
"That's true, I never looked at it that way. In fact you just gave me the perfect idea" Kendall announced
"Kendall what are you going to do" Bianca asked
"Well I have planned a Halloween party at the casino. I had to talk Zach into wearing a costume. He asked me what I was going to dress us up as, but I hadn't really thought about a good costume until just now" Kendall explained "but you just gave me the perfect idea"
Kendall filled Bianca in on the rest of her plan
"Kendall, you are going to give that man a heart attack" Bianca laughed
"Hey its just a little teasing right" Kendall laughed as she walked into the bedroom and laid across the bed.
" I have a feeling you are going to have one wild wedding night if the two of you can hold out that long " Bianca replied "So have you told Mother about the wedding yet ? "
"No" Kendall said hesitantly " I guess I really need to do that soon huh"
"I would think so, you are getting married in 9 weeks" Bianca reminded her
"I don't want to discuss Mother anymore, I am in to good of a mood and I don't want her to ruin it" Kendall announced
"So does something else have you in a good mood besides that hot husband of yours ? " Bianca asked
"Oh Binx, Zach did the most incredible thing tonight " Kendall exclaimed
"Do I want to hear this ? " she asked
Kendall just laughed "He bought me a house"
Kendall filled Bianca in on all the details of the house
"It sounds absolutely beautiful, I cant wait to see it" Bianca said
Just then Zach came out of the bathroom wrapped in nothing but a towel and laid down along side Kendall and began playing with her hair. The girls talked a few minutes longer before hanging up.
"you know we have to discuss your attire" Kendall said
"And what is wrong with my attire ?" Zach asked
"Well it might give a girl the wrong impression " she laughed
" is that so" he said as he got up off the bed
"where are you going ?" she asked as she climbed into bed and turned off the light on the night stand
"To blow out all these candles and turn the lights off" Zach said as he went into the other room.
A few minutes later he returned " I guess now is a bad time to tell you that I sleep in the nude huh" he said as he dropped his towel on the floor and climbed into bed
Writers Note: If you would like to view the house I picked out for Zach and Kendall you can go to dream home source dot com and view plans for #17496 I take no credit for the house, I just thought it was beautiful and suited Zach and Kendall very well