Chapter 8 – Sweet Love

Tommy's POV

She pulled away a little and looked at me. Her look asked the question.

Jude: "Tommy? Do you…….?"

I nodded yes. Her smile grew enormous.

Jude: "Oh my God." she threw herself on me. I wrapped my arms around her so tight I thought I would suffocate her. She didn't seem like she'd mind. Before I could say anything more Georgia and Kwest rushed over both noticing what had happened.

Georgia: "It's good to have you back Tommy. I was beginning to give up hope." I hugged her. It was good to remember.

Tommy: "It's good to be back."

Kwest: "Hey man." I even hugged Kwest.

Kwest: "All this time we've tried to show you pictures and play songs hoping to get you back and all it took was a kiss from Jude." we all laughed at his comment. I was happy I had all my closest friends there with me to share this moment with but I just wanted to be alone with her. I think they all sensed it because they said they're goodbyes and left us alone.

I just grabbed her hand and pulled her outside to my car. I turned the engine on and looked at her.

Tommy: "Jude, you look beautiful." she threw her self over the seat and hugged me.

Jude: "Tommy. I missed you so much. I was so scared I would never get you back." I kissed her cheek and held onto her.

Tommy: "Girl, nothing could ever keep me away from you for too long. I will always find my way back to you. I love you." I think I heard her sob. I felt my cheek becoming moist from her tears. I looked at her and wiped them off her face. She just smiled at me. I can't but into words what either of us felt at that moment.

Tommy: "Let's go home. I want you to stay with me tonight."

She kissed my cheek. Somehow when she does that, it takes away all the pain I feel. All the problems I might be facing. All that matters is her. I learned the hard way that when you find that person you better do everything you can to hold onto them. And I am prepared to everything in my power to hold onto Jude.

Finally we arrived at my place. Jude went to the bathroom and put on some shorts she found and a top. I did the same with a pair of sweatpants. The heater in my apartment had been on the whole night so it was really hot inside. I decided not to wear a shirt. I sat down on the couch counting the minutes until she finally come out of the bathroom. All I wanted to do was hold her. She emerged and sat down on my lap. I couldn't resist the urge to kiss her. Passion took over, I let it. I felt a tingle and I gave in. We kissed until I was on top of her. I looked at her laying there under me. Her tiny body covered with mine.

Tommy: "Jude. I love you so much."

Jude: "I love you too Tommy." she raised her head to meet mine and kissed me lightly.

Tommy: "We don't have to do anything." she just smiled at me.

Jude: "I know. I just need you right now."

Tommy: "I need you too."

I kissed her one more time and got up. She pulled me inside my bedroom and we just laid there wrapped in each others arms. I wanted her so bad but I knew she wasn't ready. I fell asleep with her in my arms. I woke up with her in my arms. This is the way life should be. I opened my eyes to find her looking at me.

Tommy: "Morning." I smiled at her.

Jude smiled back: "Morning sleepy head." I love her smile.

Tommy: "How long have you been awake?"

Jude: "Not too long. I didn't want to wake you."

Tommy: "I love you Jude."

She pulled her face closer to mine so that we were not even an inch apart: "I love you too Quincy." and then she kissed me. Her sweet kisses. I knew at that moment that this is the woman I wanted to spend all my morning with. The one I wanted to spend the rest of my life with. Without her life wasn't worth while.

We both took a day off. We wanted to be alone. We stayed at my place the whole day. Ordered some food, listened to music and just talked. It felt like we were the only two people that mattered. We sat there on the couch, my arms wrapped around her. She had her head on my chest.

Tommy: "I am so sorry for what I put you through."

Jude: "I know. It wasn't your fault but just so you know, you're never going on a boat ever again." she said. We both laughed. I kissed her forehead hating the thought of hurting her.

Tommy: "That's fine with me."

Jude: "Oh yeah. You're also never to go on an airplane, helicopter and I'm still debating weather you're allowed on buses."

Tommy: "How am I supposing to tour?"

Jude: "You're in good shape. We'll get you a good bike."

I tickled her. We both laughed. She kissed me. I love when she takes control. She's a tease. It makes me want her even more, if that's even possible.

Jude: "I was so scared I had lost you forever. The days when we didn't know if you were alive were the worst days of my life."

Tommy: "I am so sorry."

Jude: "Promise me you'll never leave me again."

Tommy: "I promise Jude. You're everything to me. I was even staring to fall for you again."

And I was. Even with my memory gone there was this force pulling me to her. I loved everything she did. I love the way her face turns so serious when she's playing the guitar. I love the way she really feels a song when she's singing it and the emotions come out through her voice. I loved everything about her and I was beginning to love it all over again.

The days went on and Tommy's birthday was slowly approaching. Jude walked inside the studio where Tommy was working on something by himself. She walked over to him, kissed him and sat down on his lap.

Tommy: "Is there something you want Harrison?"

Jude taken aback: "Why would you think that?"

Tommy smiled: "Because you only do this when you need something."

Jude: "Ok yes. I need you to do something."

Tommy satisfied: "I rest my case. So what is it you need?"

Jude took out a piece of paper and handed it to him: "I need you to go and buy these groceries for me."

Tommy: "Damn, are you planning on staying in for a month?"

Jude: "Please Tommy." she gave him her puppy eyes and kissed him. How could a guy resist?

Tommy made his way to the grocery store and Jude made her way to Tommy's apartment. She packed a couple of his things and was on her way back to the Studio. Tommy had been back already.

Tommy: "Where were you?"

Jude: "I had to take care of some last minute things. Tommy, come with me."

Tommy: "Where?"

Jude: "We're going on a little adventure. Just come with me."

She pulled him outside and unlocked his car with his keys.

Jude: "Help me move the groceries to my car."

He did without asking why. He knew when Jude was acting weird it was better to just not ask.

Jude: "Go ahead, jump in." he obeyed.

Tommy: "What's going on? Where are we going?"

Jude: "It's a surprise, for your birthday."

Tommy: "My Birth--? I completely forgot that was tomorrow."

Jude: "Yeah I'm sure you would like to forgot about how old you getting. I mean 24? That's only 15 years younger than my mom."

Tommy: "Hey watch it. I am not that old. And 15 years is a long time. So what do you have in store for me?"

Jude: "You're just going to have to wait and see."

Tommy fell asleep while Jude drove. Three hours later they arrived at a little lodge in a deserted area.

Jude: "Tommy. We're here." she whispered trying to wake him up. He opened his eyes and got out of the car.

Tommy: "Jude where are we?"

Jude: "Somewhere far from civilization. It's beautiful here, isn't it?"

Tommy: "Yeah." he walked up behind Jude and placed his hands on her hips. There was a little lodge and a little, frozen lake right in front of it. Trees covered with snow everywhere. No sign of people close by.

Jude: "Do you like it?"

Tommy: "I love it. How did you find this place?"

Jude: "I didn't. Georgia did. Remember she gave me this little gift for Christmas. Now I'm giving it to you."

Tommy: "You mean it's just the two of us?"

Jude: "Yep. Are you afraid of being alone with me Quincy?"

Tommy kissed: "You wish, I've waited for this for 2 and half years. How long are we staying?"

Jude: "A week." she kissed him again.

Tommy: "I didn't bring any change of clothes."

Jude: "Don't worry. When you went shopping I drove to your place and picked up a few things. Now come on let's go inside and bring these groceries in."

The first night was quiet. They put away all the food and drinks. Then they opened all the windows for the fresh air to come in even though it was snowing outside. Around 8:15 PM they decided to take a walk by the lake. Hand in hand they went sight-seeing. They came back around 10:00 PM.

The lodge had only one bedroom, a kitchen, a little dining room, living room and bathroom. There was no TV, no radio, and no phone. They're cell phones didn't have reception either. It was perfect. Tommy had gone to take a shower and Jude went to the bedroom to fix up some things. When he finally came out he was wearing a pair of sweats and a black T-shirt. Jude smiled at him and walked over to where he was standing.

Jude: "Let's go to bed." she grabbed his hand and pulled him towards the bedroom. Tommy followed. "Oh God help me keep my cool. How am I going to be here alone with her for a whole week?" He thought as they walked to the closed door. She stopped in front of it and stood behind him. He looked at her puzzled. She put his hands on the door knobs.

Jude: "Close your eyes and open them when I tell you to."

Tommy: "Jude what are you doing."

Jude: "You'll see. Just do it."

He followed her instructions. Jude put her hands over his eyes.

Jude: "Ok open the door."

He did but her hands were still covering his view. She removed them so Tommy was able to see. He couldn't believe what he saw. She stopped in front of the bed and turned to Tommy.

The bed sheets were white silk. On top of the bed were red rose peddles shaped making a heart. Scented candles surrounded the bed. More rose peddles all over the room. It was beautiful. They were standing there in the candle light.

Tommy: "When did you do all this?" he asked in amazement.

Jude: "When you were in the shower. Do you like it?"

Tommy: "Of course I do but Jude, what's going on?"

She took a step closer to him and kissed him on the cheek.

Jude: "What do you think is going on?" she whispered in his ear.

Tommy closed his eyes taking her in and then took a step back. He took her face in his hands: "Jude I know we're alone here but that doesn't mean anything has to happen. I love you, I will wait." she kissed him again, this time on the lips.

Jude: "You don't have to wait any longer. Tommy I've been ready for a while, I was just waiting for the perfect timing. I can't wait any longer. I lost you once, I'm not waiting any more." she kissed him again this time it lasted for what seemed like an eternity.

Jude: "Make love to me, Tommy." she whisperedHe wrapped his hands around her waist. His left was moving up her shirt while his right was pulling her closer to him. Just the thought of having her drove him crazy.

Tommy: "Jude, I am glad you waited. I can't bear to think of you being with anyone else."

Jude: "Me too." She smiled at him and stepped closer.

Jude ran her hands through his hair. Then she moved down to his hips and removed his shirt. He was standing there against her shaking body, shirtless. His strong arms pulled her closer. He carefully took her shirt off now and threw it on the floor, away from the lit candles. Passion over came him. He couldn't hold back any longer. Jude walked backwards to the bed and threw herself down. Tommy climbed on top of her. He moved on down kissing her neck. "I love you Jude Harrison." he whispered. "I love you too Tommy Quincy" she whispered back.

Tommy's kisses consumed her. He couldn't control himself any longer. He didn't hold back anymore. When he kissed her she couldn't fight back. He send chills down her spine. Emotions took over her actions. She held on to him like there was no tomorrow. Her nails sank into his bare back, grabbing firmer hold of him. His hands moved all over her body caressing her. She never felt more helpless. When he moved down and kissed her navel she threw caution to the wind. Her nervousness left her. There was no going back, not that she wanted to. She knew no one would ever measure up to the way Tommy made her feel.

Her touch melted his insides. His body was screaming for hers, almost demanding it. Aching for her gentle touch. Every time she kissed him, every time her hand moved to one of his fragile places he would let out a cry. He felt her nails sink into his skin. The anticipation was too much too bare. He had to have her that instant. This was what he had been waiting for not only for 2 years, but his whole life. He didn't have to wait any longer. He couldn't wait any longer.

Temptation took over. Wrapped in each others embrace fire was lit. The room had been cold but they were both sweating. The temperature was rising. Love turned to desire, desire to passion, passion to fire and fire into love all over again. Both threw they're guards down. They're security walls crumbled around them. Nothing mattered anymore. Nothing could change the way either felt about the other. That night, they became one. Body, mind and soul.

Tommy's POV

The next day I woke up with Jude cuddled in my arms. Her bare skin pressed against mine under the silk sheets. Her head rested on my chest. I could smell the scent of her hair and I smiled as I looked at her. She looked so innocent but she was far from it now. Every time I think I couldn't love her any more I prove myself wrong. Last night was the best night of my life. I've been with others before but nothing compared to what happened last night. Making love to the one person you care about most in the world changes everything. Jude and I became one. I had waited for her for so long but it was worth every second. She finally opened her eyes and smiled up at me.

Jude: "Tommy? You're awake."

Tommy: "Jude. How are you feeling?" she smiled at me.

Jude: "A little sore but it was worth it. You're worth it." I leaned down and kissed her forehead.

Tommy: "I could get used to waking up next to you." she smiled at me again.

I kissed her deeply this time. Passion took over again. Our feelings had been bottled up for too long. It was like a volcano erupted. We made sweet love again as the snow was falling outside and we were sheltered in each other's warm arms.

A year later Sadie had gotten married to Jason and was two months pregnant. The wedding had been a small ceremony with only close family and friends. Jude always thought Sadie wanted a big wedding but she was wrong. It had been a beautiful day. Jude was the maid of honor and Kat was one of the bridesmaids. EJ had organized the whole thing. As a wedding gift, Jude had bought them a house a little outside the city. They both wanted to escape the city life and start a family. Jason had finished Business school and Jude hired him to manage her financial worries. That way he had flexible hours and could be there for Sadie during her pregnancy.

Jamie and Kat were engaged but weren't getting married until they both finished college. Victoria and Ryan were getting so close that he actually moved in with her. Stuart and Ivette had gotten married. Kwest and Amy were still dating. He is really happy he finally put the player days behind him. Georgia started seeing a man named Andy. She was happy. EJ was still as nosy as ever and single. Shay made it bigger than anyone would have ever expected, including Darius. He loved his free lifestyle and took advantage of it every chance he got. Jude and him were still good friends and he visited her every chance he got.

Jude and Tommy were still pushing it forward. She had moved in with him a couple of months back. They were working on an album, together. Of course there had been a few bumps on the road but nothing they couldn't handle. Tommy hasn't proposed yet but that doesn't stop the rumors from flying around that someday soon he might. They're happily in love, for now, and it didn't matter who knew it any longer. Like promised, Jude hasn't allowed him on boats or airplanes for that matter.