Takes place at the Marina wedding reception...it will be my favorite moment, when it happens on screen. LOL. This one's for you, Brightspot! - XO, Reddixon
In a dark suit and crisp white shirt, Robert fumed as he hugged the bar. He was watching his wife dance wild and carefree as if nothing was going on and he was sure it was a passive aggressive f*ck you after the fight they'd that morning. In another moment he'd be appreciating the view, but right now he was mad and he'd had enough.
They'd sat through the wedding and toasted at the reception looking like a perfectly happy married couple. They'd smiled, held hands and even exchanged meaningful glances as Maya & Carina shared their vows, but that didn't change the fact that the past two days had been a rollercoaster. Joy, frustration, anger. Yesterday had been the happiest day of his life, next to marrying his wife. Andy was late, she took a test and yes, they were having a baby. They hadn't really talked about kids and the reality was that it was probably too soon, but nothing about their relationship had been conventional and while their marriage wasn't perfect, it was grounded in love and a commitment to never give up or walk away. They would figure this out too.
Last night, they celebrated, shared their fears about parenthood and how all this would change their lives then went to bed in a happy, we're having a baby bubble. This morning reality smacked them in the face. Robert wanted Andy to go on light duty right away and she was insistent on waiting. In fact, she didn't even want to tell anyone until they were out of the first trimester. "My body, my choice." Were the words she spoke that kept ringing in his ears. He'd told her she was being selfish, reckless and what made it even more frustrating was that department policy backed her. She didn't have to say anything right away. All he wanted to do was protect his wife and unborn child, but she wasn't allowing him to have a say.
"I'm still mad at you," Andy whispered harshly as Robert's muscular arm slid around her waist and pulled her off the dance floor.
"Let's talk," Robert replied back. Frustration deep in his voice as he pulled her down a dark hallway and into a storage closet.
As soon as the door closed, Andy shrugged herself free. "I don't want to do this with you right now?" Defiant, anger flashed across her face. "What could you possibly say that would excuse what you did?"
"I didn't follow through, that should count for something." Robert replied back in exasperation. He knew he'd crossed a line when he threatened to tell Maya and report Andy's pregnancy without her permission. He hated that he'd even thought to do it and of course hadn't followed through, but it was out there now. He couldn't take it back.
"Oh yes, let's give you credit for that." Andy was furious. "The bigger problem is that you thought about it. You thought giving me an ultimatum would be the best way to get what you wanted." Andy yelled and shook her head in disbelief.
"Excuse me for being worried about my wife and trying to get her to be reasonable." Robert replied back. "You run into burning buildings for a living, Andy. It is crazy to risk something so important when you don't have to."
"So you're calling me crazy?" She shrugged her shoulders a bit. "Well, what does that say about you? You married me. Pretty damn quickly if I remember correctly." Andy knew it was a bit of a low blow, but he'd started it.
"Oh that's rich coming from you…" Robert said incredulously. He stopped himself before he went further. He could point out her hypocrisy. Remind her that she'd married him while her dad was dying and his cancer diagnosis definitely played a role in how quickly they walked down the aisle...but he wouldn't do that.
Andy knew exactly what he was saying, but wasn't saying and it pissed her off even more. "Let's not get off track here. The real issue is that you tried to give me an order and I put my foot down. I am a grown ass woman, Robert. I don't need you trying to protect me from myself and I certainly don't need you trying to control me. I got enough of that from my father." Her heart was pounding and her chest heaved. Adrenaline and anger pulsed through her veins.
"What is it with you thinking I want to control you? If I wanted a wife who followed orders, I sure as hell wouldn't have married you. It's not exactly one of your strong suits." Robert replied back with venom.
"Ugh," Andy growled in frustration. Why couldn't he see things from her perspective. "You don't get it do you? The moment I tell the department "I'm pregnant" I get mommy tracked. People start looking at me and treating me like I'm some flimsy, fragile damsel in distress who can't still do her job. It's bad enough that I have to worry about how my career will take a hit after the baby is actually here. Why should I put that kind of pressure on myself now? Especially before I have to." Her hands were firm at her hips and she returned his frustrated stare with an icy look of her own.
"Because every single day you put yourself in dangerous situations to save other people, Andy," Robert yelled in frustration. "It's not rocket science. There are all sorts of things that could go wrong, that could be harmful to you and our baby." Robert said. "Do I need to list them out for you?" He added with a smug expression.
Andy ignored his condescending question. "I'm healthy, smart and a damn good firefighter. And while I don't always listen to my limits, I do know them."
"This isn't about knowing your limits? It's about the fact that at any time, on any call, something could go wrong?" Robert argued. "And as strong and capable as you are, you aren't indestructible." Yes, Robert was angry, but really he was worried. He'd spent the last 24 hours thinking of every possible scenario that Andy could find herself in that might hurt her or their baby. "Almost thirty percent of female firefighter pregnancies end in miscarriage. Is that your goal?" The words slipped out before Robert could catch them. When he saw the reaction on her face, he knew it was the wrong move.
"What?" Andy heard the words, but she couldn't for the life of her understand why Robert would say something like that now. Incredulous, anger seethed through her. "How could you say something like that to me? All I'm saying is that I need time, dammit. And you accuse me of wanting to kill our baby? Do you really think so little of me?" Her thoughts were running a mile a minute, her breathing was ragged and she couldn't believe what had just happened.
"I'm sorry...I didn't...I'm just…" There were many things Robert wanted to say at that moment, but nothing would come out just right. Yes he was angry and frustrated with her, but really he was just worried. And everything in him told him to grip on tightly.
Andy heard what he was saying, but she'd considered the risks and they seemed acceptable. He was being overbearing and unreasonable. It's not like she planned to be out in the field with a baby bump, but she did want a few more weeks. Honestly she just needed more time to process and was disappointed that Robert couldn't understand that. "I'm done with this conversation." With that she shook her head in frustration and took a step towards the door.
Robert reached for her arm and pulled her back towards him. He took in the sight of his wife, skin slightly damp from her time on the dance floor, cheeks flushed, hair curly and wild, cleavage peeking out of the v-cut of her body-hugging, burgundy dress. Even angry with her, deeply frustrated, he could still acknowledge that she was the most stunning woman he'd ever laid eyes on and he was deeply in love with her. Leaving all rational thought behind, he did the one thing he knew would soothe them both.
He cupped both cheeks and pulled her into a bruising kiss. He kissed her roughly, his tongue taking possession of hers. Andy resisted at first. She pushed him away and gave him a look that said, what the f*ck. But it was milliseconds before their lips met again in an angry, passionate exchange.
When her back hit the firm wood of the shelves, Andy wrapped her arms around Robert's neck and got lost in the intoxicating feeling of his tongue. She shivered and opened wider to him, giving him the access he was so ruthlessly demanding. He slid one hand under her hair, lightly stroking the underside of her neck, but also holding her in place. His action was both sensual and dominant. Andy's body was on fire and her core flushed with need. Robert's kiss was irresistible. Hot, hard, persistent...he gave her everything he had and it was driving her insane.
Breathless, Robert ripped his mouth away from hers and moved his kisses to the exposed skin of her neck. Andy's head fell back in pleasure as he explored her with his tongue. Eyes closed, she felt every nerve in her body pulsating. His hands grazed over her breasts and through the smooth material of her dress. He squeezed gently and another involuntary moan was pulled from her.
Andy felt Robert's growing erection at her stomach and squeezed her legs in anticipation. Her hands coasted across his firm ass and pulled him closer. She wanted him and she wanted him bad. It didn't even matter that moments ago they were tossing insults back and forth, at the end of the day, they loved each other. Couples argued and made up. They would figure this out just like they did everything else. It wasn't long before her nimble fingers were unbuttoning Robert's dark suit jacket and pushing it off his shoulders. She loosened his tie, pulled his crisp white shirt from his waistband and sighed in pleasure as her hands slid underneath to the warmth of his skin.
Robert's hands moved to Andy's butt and he gripped her tightly, he was aching to sink into her. Pushing the hem of her dress up, he slipped a hand into her barely there panties and stroked her wet center. "Robert…" She moaned. He teased the sensitive bundle of nerves and listened as inaudible sounds of pleasure poured from her lips. It wasn't long before his patience got the better of him. He hooked a finger on each side and lowered her panties.
Andy's hands reached for Robert's slacks, and made quick work of the belt and buttons. In one smooth motion his boxer briefs were pushed down and she heard a strangled moan come from Robert's mouth as she stroked his length. In a flash she found herself hoisted up, legs cinched snuggly around Robert's waist and him pressing forward.
"Oh, God, Yes…" Andy breathed loudly as Robert thrust deep and hard inside her. He set a fast determined pace. One hand wrapped snugly around his neck, the other gripping the shelf behind her tightly. She was so wound up, she knew it wouldn't take much to send her over the edge.
"I will never get enough of you," Robert growled breathlessly in Andy's ear. Deeper, harder, faster... Adrenaline pumped through Robert's body. He bit back a groan as sensations of pleasure vibrated throughout his entire body.
"Robert…" Andy panted, louder this time. She was never good at staying quiet.
"Ssshh…" Robert said in a futile attempt to quiet her. He could feel her climax about to tear through her body and he knew he wouldn't be far behind. Bringing his hips up, he grabbed her ass more firmly to position her exactly where he knew they both needed. Feeling the slightest bit of contractions, Robert knew just what his wife needed to tumble over the edge. Reaching between them, he fingered her sensitive bud and made her detonate. He captured Andy's lips in a heated kiss, absorbing her vocal release. Robert groaned into their kiss just as she toppled over the cliff of pleasure, taking him with her and milking his release. Their muffled sounds of satisfaction mingled in the air as their bodies tried to recover.
Wordlessly, they held one another gaze and caught their breath. Robert eventually broke the silence. "I'm sorry. I hate fighting with you. I'm just worried." Robert said gently as he held Andy's gaze. Both of their crazed eyes were calm now.
"I know you are, but I need you to trust me. I promise I won't do anything I think will put our baby in jeopardy." Andy pleaded with softness in her voice.
"Okay," Robert responded, "Will you at least tell Maya? She won't make it official, but she will look after you. I can't be everywhere at once." They both chuckled slightly knowing he'd be watching her like a hawk. "And promise me you'll be more careful? I know you Andy. You take risks if you think it will save someone. " He added.
"I promise," Andy responded. "I love you."
Robert replied back easily. "I love you too." They shared a sweet, toe curling kiss. Andy's legs dropped to the ground and Robert made sure she'd regained her footing. They redressed, shared one more meaningful look and exited the closet. After a quick stop at the bathrooms to freshen up, hand in hand, they rejoined the party.
A short while later Maya asked Andy. "Did I see what I think I saw?" A small grin of approval grew on her face.
"What do you think you saw," Andy asked as she sipped her ice water to cool herself down.
"Private party for two?" Maya replied with a raised eyebrow, while Andy said nothing only gave her a knowing smile. "Nice."
"I think I'm going to dance with my husband," Andy said casually, never confirming or denying her friend's assessment. With that, Andy found Robert in the mix of the station 19 fam and pulled him onto the dance floor.